Estimated expenses
Is WWU affordable? We know it is!
Naturally, if you're choosing a college, you need to look at the price tag. But it's equally important that you then look past it, to the bottom line—because your out-of-pocket cost is what truly counts.
Each family situation is unique, and until you apply for financial aid and factor in the merit scholarships you've earned, you won't know what your actual cost to attend WWU will be.
So look past the price tag—and remember that financial aid makes the difference.
Is community college cheaper?
Starting at a community college may not save you money. If you transfer to WWU after the first two years, your out-of-pocket expense could be more than $4,000 higher than if you attended WWU all four years.
If you are thinking of starting at community college, take a look at the comparison of expenses.
Estimated expenses for 2023-2024
Undergraduate On/Off Campus Student | Per Quarter | Per Year |
Tuition (full-time,12-16 hours) | $10,633 | $31,899 |
General Fee (includes ASWWU Dues) | 376 | 1,128 |
Housing | 1,677 | 5,031 |
Food* | 1,795 | 5,385 |
Books (average) | 255 | 765 |
Transportation | 540 | 1,620 |
Personal | 585 | 1,755 |
Total | $15,861 | $47,583 |
Note: These expenses reflect the total estimated cost of attendance for the student, which includes student account charges (i.e. tuition) and expenses the student may pay on their own (i.e. transportation).
*Estimated food costs are based on 3 meals per day, 7 days per week. For more information about the specific meal plans see the Cafeteria Expenses link below.
Undergraduate Living with Parent/Relative | Per Quarter | Per Year |
Tuition (full-time,12-16 hours) | $10,633 | $31,899 |
General Fee | 376 | 1,128 |
Housing | 605 | 1,815 |
Food* | 605 | 1,815 |
Books (average) | 255 | 765 |
Transportation | 540 | 1,620 |
Personal | 585 | 1,755 |
Total | $13,599 | $40,797 |
Note: These expenses reflect the total estimated cost of attendance for the student, which includes student account charges (i.e. tuition) and expenses the student may pay on their own (i.e. transportation).
*Estimated food costs are based on 3 meals per day, 7 days per week. For more information about the specific meal plans see the Cafeteria Expenses link below.
Masters Student | Per Quarter | 3 Quarters |
Tuition (13 credits) | $9,035 | $27,105 |
General Fee | 121 | 363 |
Books (average) | 550 | 1,650 |
Housing | 3,120 | 9,360 |
Food* | 1,770 | 5,310 |
Transportation | 540 | 1,620 |
Personal | 585 | 1,755 |
Total | $15,721 | $47,163 |
Note: These expenses reflect the total estimated cost of attendance for the student, which includes student account charges (i.e. tuition) and expenses the student may pay on their own (i.e. transportation).
*Estimated food costs are based on 3 meals per day, 7 days per week. For more information about the specific meal plans see the Cafeteria Expenses link below.
Doctoral Student | Per Quarter | 3 Quarters |
Tuition (13 credits) | $9,112 | $27,336 |
General Fee | 121 | 363 |
Books (average) | 550 | 1,650 |
Housing | 3,120 | 9,360 |
Food* | 1,770 | 5,310 |
Transportation | 540 | 1,620 |
Personal | 585 | 1,755 |
Total | $15,798 | $47,394 |
Note: These expenses reflect the total estimated cost of attendance for the student, which includes student account charges (i.e. tuition) and expenses the student may pay on their own (i.e. transportation).
*Estimated food costs are based on 3 meals per day, 7 days per week. For more information about the specific meal plans see the Cafeteria Expenses link below.