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Guide for International Students

2 | INTO Washington State University 2018–2019

Best-in-the-nationuniversity-wide writing program(U.S. News & World Report 2017)

30,000 studentswith 2,128 international students from

90+ countries

Best Colleges(Money Magazine 2016)

$334M+in research and development expenditures (National Science Foundation 2016)

Nationally Recognized ProfessorsLearn from Fulbright Fellows, recipients of international honors and some of the most-cited researchers in the world

#140 Best Universities in the US

(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

Why Choose Washington State University?

Earn a World-Class Degree

WSU graduates work for many top companies, including:

Amazon.com

The Boeing Co.

Expedia

Microsoft

Nintendo

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Starbucks

ZymoGenentics

Top 5 collegesThat Add the Most Value to Students’ Careers

(Money Magazine 2016)

The state of Washington ranked

#1 in STEM jobs by Geekwire in 2015

Employability of WSU Graduates

1 of 81 Public Universities with Carnegie Foundation’s Tier 1

Highest Research Activity(Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education)

Tier 1Research Institute

#37

#14International Business Program(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

Top Programs

#33Agricultural Sciences in the World

#14Veterinary Medicine

#41Nursing

#57Mechanical Engineering

#74Electrical Engineering

#70Computer Science

#103Mathematics

#18Biological/Agricultural Engineering

#68Top Public Schools(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

#70Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs(U.S. News & World Report 2018)

#94Best Undergraduate Business Programs(U.S. News & World Report 2017)

“ Students are the most important thing at WSU. From the simplest to the largest necessities—food, housing, school supplies and entertainment—everything is equipped to serve the student.” Salwa al-Arimi, Oman Finance and Political Science

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Top 25 Schools where major US employers look to hire college graduates(Wall Street Journal)

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About the UniversityWashington State University is home to over 2,100 international students from around the world. Since 1890, WSU has helped students prepare for their careers by offering highly-ranked academic programs taught by world-renowned professors in a supportive environment.

Empower Yourself with KnowledgeNo matter what you choose to study at WSU,

you will experience:

• Highly-ranked academic programs that

are designed with integrity, innovation

and excellence

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and

extensive support services

• Life-changing research with professors who

are among the best in their fields

• Experiential learning opportunities through

residential communities, 350+ student

organizations, competitive athletic teams and

exciting multicultural events

An Ideal University CommunityEach WSU campus is located in a community

committed to supporting the university and

its students. You have access to professional

resources as well as numerous attractions and

the natural beauty of the area. Throughout the

state, you’ll find a wide variety of cultural and

recreational activities year-round.

Find out more about Washington State Universitywww.intostudy.com/wsu/about

“It is with great pleasure I invite you to join WSU as a valued member of our institution. I know you and your families have big decisions to make in establishing a lifelong journey of scholarship, entrepreneurship and global understanding. When you choose WSU, you choose to be part of a worldwide and very proud COUGAR family.”Asif Chaudhry, PhD Vice President Ambassador (Retired)

Research DrivenWSU’s research centers, institutes and labs focus

on specific topics, uncovering new knowledge

that drives innovation. You may have an idea

you would like to test or have wondered what it

would be like to write a play. With a WSU faculty

or staff member as a mentor, your research will

help you build skills and gain new knowledge

that is as unique as you are.

Office of International ProgramsThe Office of International Programs enables

every WSU student to graduate with a rich

understanding of different cultures and nations.

It fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment

for international students, faculty and visiting

scholars from over 100 countries.

Support ServicesThroughout your program, we’ll help you with:

• Language support

• Visa matters

• Cultural adjustment

• Financial and sponsorship issues

• Health insurance

• Academic concerns

• Personal matters


#5Safest Colleges in America(The National Council for Home Safety and Security 2017)

Living in Pullman

Great Place to LiveFor more than 125 years, Pullman and WSU

have grown and developed together to create

an ideal college town. Here, you will find big-

city amenities with small-town friendliness

and charm.

Pullman offers unique opportunities to

experience traditional American life. Join

thousands of visitors at the National Lentil

Festival, attend a major concert or immerse

yourself in Native American culture. Pullman has

public parks, miles of walking paths and plenty

of trees and green spaces. It’s easy to walk, bike

or take free public transit. The region offers a

variety of recreational activities year-round—

there are mountains, rivers, lakes and kilometers

of rolling hills to explore.

Discover the StateWashington is located in the northwestern

corner of the continental US. Here, you will

be surrounded by beauty, adventure and

opportunities wherever you go.

Seattle, the state’s largest city, offers a thriving

cultural scene, famed coffeehouses and

restaurants and is a major tech-industry hub.

Internships and other career opportunities exist

at Washington’s many technology companies like

Microsoft and Amazon.

Closer to Pullman, the city of Spokane offers the

perfect blend of unique attractions, proximity to

the outdoors, fine arts, hip nightlife, world-class

dining, shopping and entertainment.

Find out more about Pullmanwww.intostudy.com/wsu/pullman

Located in America’s Pacific Northwest near Spokane and not far from Seattle, the town of Pullman is home to Washington State University’s largest campus. Pullman is a picture-perfect college town, surrounded by rolling green hills. The community is built around the university, creating a vibrant and student-centric culture.


#6Quintessential College Towns(MSN.com 2013)

Portland

Seattle

San Francisco

Pullman

Los Angeles

Denver

Dallas

Atlanta

New York

Miami

DetroitChicago

Washington, DC

San Diego

• The Boeing Co. WSU alumnus Scott E. Carson is President and CEO

of Boeing Commercial Airplanes

• Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is a former WSU student

• The former President of Hyatt Hotel Corporations and DHL

Corporation Inc., J. Patrick Foley is a WSU alumnus

Major Employers in Washington

• Amazon

• Boeing

• Cray

• Eddie Bauer

• Expedia

• Google

• Microsoft

• Nintendo

• Paccar

• Starbucks

• T-Mobile

• Weyerhaeuser

• Zillow

• ZymoGenetics


WSUPULLMAN

WSU SPOKANE

BRITISH COLUMBIA

OREGON

WASHINGTONMONTANA

WSU VANCOUVER

Vancouver, B.C.

Portland

WSU TRI-CITIES

Seattle

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Campus LocationsYou can choose to study at one of five campus locations in the Washington State University system: Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver and Everett. Each offer a different learning experience, backed up with big-university resources.

WSU PullmanPullman is home to WSU’s first and largest

campus. It offers the widest range of degree

programs and research opportunities.

WSU VancouverWSU Vancouver’s urban campus combines a

small college feel with the resources of an

internationally-respected research university,

just minutes from Portland, Oregon.

WSU SpokaneLocated near the medical district of Washington’s

second-largest city, WSU Spokane offers degree

programs that focus on health science and

medical education.

WSU Tri-CitiesWSU Tri-Cities emphasizes the “learning while

doing” approach to educating students while

focusing on the STEM disciplines (science,

technology, engineering and math).

WSU North Puget Sound at EverettWSU North Puget Sound offers bachelor’s

degree completion programs through the

Everett University Center. WSU’s programs in

Everett focus on fields that are in high demand

in nearby Seattle and in the North Puget Sound

areas, such as Electrical Engineering, Hospitality

Business Management and Data Analytics.

Choose Your WSU Experience

While every location offers the same high

standard of education, each WSU campus has

its own unique academic focus and student

experience. Once you complete your Pathway

program in Pullman, you will have the

option to finish your degree in Pullman or at

another campus.

Learn more about WSU’s campus locations www.intostudy.com/wsu/ campus-locations


WSUPULLMAN

WSU SPOKANE

BRITISH COLUMBIA

OREGON

WASHINGTONMONTANA

WSU VANCOUVER

Vancouver, B.C.

Portland

WSU TRI-CITIES

Seattle

PACI

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WSU NORTH PUGET SOUND AT EVERETT

Finish your graduate engineering degree at the Vancouver campus

Pursue a career in health care at the Spokane campus

At the Tri-Cities campus, gain hands-on practical skills

The Pullman campus is the largest in the WSU system

Study close to Seattle at the North Puget Sound at Everett campus


Housing and DiningLiving on campus in Pullman, you are right in the middle of the WSU student experience. You will be surrounded by friends with easy access to libraries, recreation centers, dining halls and study spaces.

Live Better on CampusWSU has created Living-Learning Communities

that match you with students who share

common academic interests. We care about your

success, WSU undergraduates who are under

the age of 20 are required to live on campus.

When you live and study in the same place,

you have support all around you. Your room is

fully furnished and you have access to 24-hour

assistance from Residence Life staff.

DiningWith over 29 eateries on campus, WSU offers

diverse dining options for any diet. Facilities

are open early morning to late at night. Our

dining facilities also offer a great selection of

international recipes as well as halal, Kosher,

gluten-free and vegetarian options. Meal plans

are preloaded onto your student ID card, so you

can dine anywhere on campus and you don’t

have to worry about carrying cash.

Check out more about housing and dining www.intostudy.com/ wsu/housing

Find out more about housing at the Vancouver campus

www.intostudy.com/wsu/vancouver


Single Room - McEachern Hall

Double Room - Stephenson Towers

Double Room - Rogers Hall

Dimensions are approximate and furniture is not to scale. Decor is for display purposes only.




Ways to start your academic studies

Undergraduate AdmissionsThere are three ways to begin your undergraduate studies at WSU. With more than 95 bachelor’s degrees, flexible study plans and multiple start dates throughout the year, we’ll help you find the path that’s right for you.

2.7+ GPA

TOEFL 79

IELTS 6.5

2.3 GPA

TOEFL 79

IELTS 6.5

2.3 GPA

TOEFL 60

IELTS 5.5

1-Semester Pathway

2-Semester Pathway

3-Semester Pathway

Year 1 Freshman

Year 2 Sophomore

Year 3 Junior

Year 4 Senior

High School Diploma(or equivalent)

What are your scores?

Undergraduate Degree Program

Direct Entry

2.3 GPA

TOEFL 50

IELTS 5.0

First semester of this Pathway program begins before Year 1/

Freshman

International Year One

No TOEFL

or IELTS

Scores

English Language Program(See page 36)

Direct EntryIf you meet the specified language and academic criteria you

may apply directly to WSU. Get started on page 42.

Entry Requirements• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale for Freshman admission

• 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale for Transfer admission

• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• SAT 500 Critical Reading subscore or new SAT Reading test score of 27

• Completion of Academic English Level 5

• Other English language waiver options available, see our website for details.

International Year OneInternational Year One allows you to begin earning credits toward

your degree even if you don’t meet the academic and English

requirements for direct entry. You’ll receive additional support

to help you through the first year without extending the overall

length of your undergraduate degree program. Depending on

your English language scores, you’ll enter International Year

One through a 1-Semester Pathway, 2-Semester Pathway or

3-Semester Pathway program.

Entry Requirements• High school diploma equivalency

• 2.3 out of 4.0 GPA

1-Semester Pathway • TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53

2-Semester Pathway• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password Level 6

• Completion of Academic English Level 4 with 80% average in all classes

3-Semester Pathway• TOEFL iBT 50

• IELTS 5.0

• PTEA 41 or



English Language Program Our Academic English program is designed to improve your

English and prepare you for university studies. Once you have

completed the required level of English language instruction, you

can progress to International Year One. Learn more on page 36.

Entry Requirement• High school diploma

Admissions | 13

Graduate AdmissionsWSU’s 11 colleges prepare students to become productive citizens, strong civic leaders and highly skilled professionals. You can choose from 106 master’s, doctoral and professional degrees and several paths to admission.

Direct EntryIf you meet the specified language and academic

criteria you may apply directly to WSU. Get started

on page 42.

Entry Requirements• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a 3.0 out

of 4.0 GPA

• 3 letters of professional reference

• GRE or GMAT scores for some degrees

• TOEFL 80-93 (dependent on program)

• IELTS 7.0-7.5 (dependent on program)

• PTEA 50-53 (dependent on program)

Graduate Pathway ProgramOur Graduate Pathway program will give you the

academic foundation, essential language skills

and GMAT/GRE test preparation to successfully

move on to your master’s degree. You’ll receive

the highest level of support throughout your

program, including personalized academic

advising. We offer a 1-Semester and 2-Semester

option, depending on your English language level.

Entry Requirements• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2.5-2.75 GPA

on a 4.0 scale (dependent on program)

1-Semester Pathway • TOEFL iBT 75 or 80 (dependent on program)

• IELTS 6.0-7.0 (dependent on program)

• PTEA 53

2-Semester Pathway • TOEFL iBT 66 or 70 (dependent on program)

• IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 (dependent on program)

• PTEA 50



English Language Program Our Academic English program is designed

to improve your English and prepare you for

university studies. Once you have completed the

required level of English language instruction,

you can progress to a Graduate Pathway

program. Learn more on page 36.

Entry Requirement• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent


Academic Programs

Pullman Vancouver Tri-Cities Spokane Everett

B M D B M D B M D B M D B M D

Carson College of Business

Accounting

Business Administration

Entrepreneurship

Finance

Hospitality Business Management

International Business

Management [Specializations in Human Resource Management or Innovation and Change]

Management Information Systems

Marketing

Wine Business Management

College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences

Agricultural Biotechnology

Agricultural Economics

Agricultural Education

Agricultural and Food Business Economics

Agricultural and Food Systems

Agricultural Technology and Production Management

Agriculture and Food Security

Animal Sciences [Specialization in Animal Management]

Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles [Specializations in Apparel Design or Merchandising]

Applied Economics

Crop Science

Earth Sciences

Economics

Economic Sciences [Specializations in Agricultural Economics, Business Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy and Law, Environmental and Resource Economics, Financial Markets or Quantitative Economics]

Environmental and Ecosystem Sciences

Environmental and Natural Resource Science

Earth and Environmental Science

Field Crop Management

Food Science

Forestry

Fruit and Vegetable Management

Horticulture

Human Development [Specialization in Family and Consumer Sciences]

Integrated Plant Sciences

Landscape Architecture

Landscape, Nursery and Greenhouse Management

Molecular Plant Sciences

Organic Agriculture Systems

Prevention Science

Soil Sciences

Turfgrass Management

Winemaking (Viticulture and Enology)

Academic Programs | 15

B = Bachelor’s M = Master’s D = Doctorate Graduate Pathway programs leading to master’s degrees = bold

A Pathway program can lead to this degree or this WSU degree is available through direct or graduate admission. Pathway programs are only offered in Pullman. When a student successfully progresses from a Pathway program, they may have the option to complete their degree at another campus.

pThese Pathway programs begin at WSU Pullman, with the degree completed at WSU Vancouver.

This WSU degree program is available through undergraduate direct or graduate admission.

u Designated STEM degree by the US Department of Homeland Security.



College of Arts and Sciences

Anthropology

American Studies

Asian Studies

Basic Medical Sciences

Biology [Specializations in Biology Teaching, Botany, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Entomology, Pre-Physical/Occupational Therapy or Physician Assistant] [PhD: Molecular Biology]

Chemistry [Specialization in Materials Chemistry]

Chinese

Comparative Ethnic Studies

Criminal Justice and Criminology

Data Analytics

Digital Technology and Culture

English [Specializations in Creative Writing, English Teaching, Literary Studies or Rhetoric and Professional Writing]

Entomology

Fine Arts

French [Specialization in French Teaching]

History [Specialization in History Teaching]

Humanities (General Studies)

Mathematics [Specializations in Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching or Theoretical Mathematics]

Mathematics [Specialization in Computational Finance]

Music

Music Composition

Music Education [Specialization in Music Teaching Certificate]

Music Performance [Specializations in Brass, Percussion, Strings, Woodwinds, Jazz Studies, Keyboard, Keyboard Pedagogy or Voice]

Philosophy

Physics and Astronomy [Specializations in Astrophysics, Biophysics, Computational Physics, Continuum Physics & Acoustics, Environmental Physics, Materials Physics, Mathematical Physics, Nanotechnology, Optics and Electronics or Physics Teaching]

Plant Biology

Plant Pathology

Political Science [Specialization in Global Politics]

Psychology

Public Affairs

Science [Specializations in General Biological Sciences, General Mathematics or General Physical Sciences]

Social Sciences (General Studies)

Sociology

Spanish

Statistics

Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Sciences

Women’s Studies

Zoology


Academic Programs



College of Education

Athletic Training

Education [Specializations in Cultural Studies and Social Thought in Education, English Language Learners, Mathematics or Science Education]

Educational Leadership

Educational Psychology

Elementary Education

Language, Literacy, Technology

Social Studies Teaching

Special Education

Sport Management

Sport Science

Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine

Speech and Hearing Sciences

College of Nursing

Nursing (BSN)

Nursing (RN to BSN)

Master of Nursing [Specialization in Population Health]

Doctor of Nursing Practice

College of Veterinary Medicine

Biochemistry [Specializations in Biophysics or Molecular Biology]

Combined Anatomic Pathology Residency

Combined Clinical Microbiology Residency

Genetic and Cell Biology

Immunology and Infectious Diseases

Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience

Microbiology [Specialization in Medical Technology]

Molecular Biosciences

Neuroscience [Specialization in Computational Neuroscience]

Veterinary Clinical Training Program

Edward R. Murrow College of Communication

Communication and Society [Specializations in Communication and Technology, Risk and Crisis Communication or Science Communication]

Journalism and Media Production [Specializations in Broadcast News, Broadcast Production or Multimedia Journalism]

Strategic Communication [Specializations in Advertising, Integrated Strategic Communication or Public Relations]

Academic Programs | 17

B = Bachelor’s M = Master’s D = Doctorate Graduate Pathway programs leading to master’s degrees = bold

A Pathway program can lead to this degree or this WSU degree is available through direct or graduate admission. Pathway programs are only offered in Pullman. When a student successfully progresses from a Pathway program, they may have the option to complete their degree at another campus.

pThese Pathway programs begin at WSU Pullman, with the degree completed at WSU Vancouver.

This WSU degree program is available through undergraduate direct or graduate admission.

u Designated STEM degree by the US Department of Homeland Security.



Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture

Architecture

Architectural Studies

Bioengineering

Biological and Agricultural Engineering [Specializations in Agricultural Automation Engineering, Bioenergy and Bioproducts Engineering, Food Engineering or Land Air Water and Environmental Engineering]

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering [Specializations in Infrastructure Engineering, Structural Engineering or Water Resource]

Computer Engineering

Computer Science p

Construction Engineering

Construction Management

Data Analytics

Electrical Engineering p

Engineering

Engineering Science

Environmental Engineering (Thesis option)

Interior Design

Materials Science and Engineering

Mechanical Engineering p

Software Engineering

Interdisciplinary

Nutrition and Exercise Physiology


Top-Ranked Degree ProgramsStudy here and you’ll join a close-knit, supportive community of staff and students who share your passions, academic interests and goals. With career-focused degrees, you’ll develop the confidence, skills and experiences you need to achieve your ambitions.

World-Class Faculty and ProgramsWSU has 10 faculty members in the National

Academy and a multitude of top-ranked

academic programs. Since 2008, WSU has

filed 503 patents and developed commercial

relationships that have generated over $10 million

in revenue and $6 million in seed funding

for start-up companies. During this same

period, WSU’s research awards have increased

18%, placing WSU among the nation’s top

research universities.

One of the Best Business SchoolsU.S. News & World Report ranks WSU’s

Carson College of Business No. 14 for Best

Undergraduate International Business Programs

and No. 94 for Best Undergraduate Business

Programs. Experience lies at the core of the

Carson College curriculum. In classrooms that

simulate enterprise environments, in the

organizations of corporate partners and in

locations around the world, Carson students

learn by doing. Successful business leaders

travel to campus to share their expertise, so you

emerge as a capable decision-maker, ready to

make an immediate impact.

Business College AccreditationThe Carson College of Business stands among

the top 5% of business schools worldwide that

have achieved full accreditation in both business

and accounting from the AACSB, the oldest and

most respected international business program

accrediting body.

Highly Ranked Engineering ProgramsOne of the Top 80 Engineering schools in the

country (U.S. News & World Report), the Voiland

College of Engineering and Architecture is

home to a growing community of extraordinary

thinkers. It is committed to inspiring students

like you to reach their full potential through

face-to-face learning, problem solving and

hands-on experiences. You will be encouraged to

create innovative solutions to the world’s most

complex problems.

Learning Outside the ClassroomAt Voiland College, you are offered opportunities

both inside and outside the classroom. You get

an experience-enhanced education that will

prepare you to graduate work-ready on day one.

Get involved in a living-learning community or

join an engineering club or professional society.

The Harold Frank Engineering Entrepreneurship

Institute gives you the opportunity to bring your

tech-business ideas to life.

Pursue a Top 25 Communications DegreeWith three distinct academic fields of study, the

Edward R. Murrow College of Communication is

regarded highly by educators and professionals

nationwide. That’s why NewsPro Magazine ranks

the college in its top 25. It has won national and

regional Emmy awards for student television

productions, is nationally ranked

No. 4 in television news and No. 1 in the

Northwest for its public relations program.

More Top Degrees to Choose FromMany more of WSU’s programs are ranked among

the best nationally and internationally:

• #3 Top Interior Design Programs in the West (DesignIntelligence 2015)

• #8 Hospitality Business Management

Nationwide (TheBestSchools.org 2017)

• #33 Best Agriculture Sciences Program

in the World (U.S. News & World Report 2017)

• #41 Best Nursing Schools (U.S. News & World Report 2017)

• #46 Best Materials Engineering Program (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

• #46 Best Computer Engineering Program (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

• #69 Top Architecture Schools (Architecture-Colleges.com 2015)

• #70 Best Graduate Computer Science Program (U.S. News & World Report 2015)

Academic CollegesTo learn more about the academic colleges at Washington State University, please visit the websites listed below:

College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences cahnrs.wsu.edu

College of Arts and Sciences cas.wsu.edu

Carson College of Business business.wsu.edu

The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication murrow.wsu.edu

College of Education education.wsu.edu

Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture vcea.wsu.edu

Honors College honors.wsu.edu

Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine medicine.wsu.edu

College of Nursing nursing.wsu.edu

College of Pharmacy pharmacy.wsu.edu

College of Veterinary Medicine vetmed.wsu.edu

To learn more visitwsu.edu/academics


ScholarshipsWSU Merit-Based Scholarships for Direct Entry Undergraduate StudentsScholarship Award/Benefits Requirements Frequency

International Academic Award Up to $16,000 Directly admitted first-time freshmen with a 3.60+ GPA

$4,000 per year or $2,000 per academic semester (fall or spring)

International Academic Award Up to $8,000 Directly admitted first-time freshmen with a 3.30-3.59 GPA


International Academic Award Up to $12,000 Directly admitted transfer students with a 3.60+ GPA


International Academic Award Up to $6,000 Directly admitted transfer students with a 3.30-3.59 GPA


INTO WSU Scholarships

Scholarship Award/Benefits Requirements Frequency

Regional Scholarship $2,000-$10,000Must be enrolled in a Pathway program. Requirements vary, please contact your INTO representative.

For Pathway year only


Progression Routes

Agricultural Sciences

Agricultural and Food Business Economics

Agricultural and Food Systems

Agricultural Biotechnology

Agricultural Education

Agricultural Technology and Production Management

Agriculture and Food Security

Animal Sciences

Field Crop Management

Food Science

Fruit and Vegetable Management

Integrated Plant Sciences

Landscape, Nursery and Greenhouse Management


Turfgrass Management

Winemaking (Viticulture and Enology)

Architecture

Architectural Studies

Interior Design

Landscape Architecture

BusinessAccounting

Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles

Economic Sciences

Entrepreneurship

Finance

Hospitality Business Management

International Business

Management and Operations

Marketing

Wine Business Management

Computer Science

Computer Science

Software Engineering

Students who successfully complete their International Year One can progress to the following degree programs.

The courses listed in the following tables are examples and are subject to change.

Social Sciences/Humanities

Anthropology

Asian Studies

Chinese

Comparative Ethnic Studies

Criminal Justice and Criminology

Elementary Education

English

French

Global Politics

History

Human Development

Humanities (General Studies)

Music [Specializations in Composition, Education and Performance]

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Social Sciences

Sociology

Spanish

Women's Studies

Engineering

Bioengineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Construction Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Fine Arts

Art History

Fine Arts

Journalism/Communication

Communication and Society

Journalism and Media Production

Strategic Communication

Mathematics

Data Analytics

Mathematics

Science

Astronomy

Biochemistry [Specializations in Biophysics and Molecular Biology]

Biology

Chemistry

Earth Sciences

Environmental and Ecosystems Science

Food Science

Forestry

General Studies in Biological, Mathematical or Physical Sciences

Genetics and Cell Biology

Mathematics

Microbiology

Neuroscience


Physics

Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Sciences

Zoology

International Year One | 21

3-Semester Pathway ProgramAvailable in the fall and spring semesters, our 3-Semester Pathway program offers more focus on English language preparation

than our 1- or 2-Semester Pathway programs. This option applies to all International Year One and allows you to start earning

credits toward your bachelor’s degree at WSU. The sample course schedule below is for the first semester of the 3-Semester

Pathway program. Additional course samples for subsequent semesters are on the following pages.


Agricultural Sciences

2-Semester PathwayFall: August 13, 2018Spring: January 2, 2019

Degree Program Components120-123 credit hour program28-29 credit hours apply from Pathway91-95 credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information

Entry Requirements • High school diploma with equivalent of

2.3 GPA out of 4.0 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6

• Completion of AE Level 4 with 80% average in all classes

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • 2.5 GPA • No “W” or “I” grade in a class • Grade of “C” or better in all classes

Notes

1 Math placement score may impact time to degree completion.

These courses are generally delivered through the INTO WSU Center and are for Pathway students only.

UNIV 110 Developing Academic Strategies for Reading and Writing 4

MATH1 Relevant Mathematics Class 4

UNIV 104 First-Year Success Seminar 2

COM 105 Communication in Global Context 3

Total 13

Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours

UNIV 111 Developing Academic Strategies for Listening and Discussion 4

ENTOM 101 OR SCI 101 Insects and People: A Perspective or Origins in the Natural World 3-4

ETOM 103 OR SCI 101

Discover Insects: Laboratory for Non-Science Majors or Origins in the Natural World 1

HIST 305 Roots of Contemporary Issues 3


Total 15-16





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53


ENGL Relevant English Course 3


ENTOM 101 OR SCI 101 Insects and People: A Perspective or Origins in the Natural World 3-4

ETOM 103 OR SCI 101

Discover Insects: Laboratory for Non-Science Majors or Origins in the Natural World 1



Total 16-17

cahnrs.wsu.edu

3-Semester Pathway Program (All Majors)


Degree Program Components120-151 credit hour program3 credit hours apply from Pathway117-148 credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 50

• IELTS 5.0

• PTEA 41

• Password 5



Notes



IALC 401 Reading and Composition 0

IALC 402 Grammar 0

IALC 403 Listening and Speaking 0

IALC 99, 151, 181 OR 422

Elective 0


Total 3



Business


Degree Program Components120 credit hour program26 credit hours apply from Pathway94 credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes

1 Math placement score may impact time to degree completion





FA 110 OR MUS 163 Drawing or World Music 3

Total 12


UNIV 111Developing Academic Strategies for Listening and Discussion

4



COM 102 Public Speaking in the Digital Age 4

Total 14





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53






SCI 101 Origins in the Natural World 4

Total 15

business.wsu.edu

Architecture



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes





SDC 100 World of Design and Construction 3


Total 13



4

SDC 120 Foundational Drawing 3

SDC 140 Foundation Studio I 3

FA 101 Introduction to Art 3

Total 13





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53




SDC 100 World of Design and Construction 2


SDC 120 Foundational Drawing 3

Total 15

sdc.wsu.edu/architecture



Engineering



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes


2 Or approved substitute based on major field of study

3 ENGR 120, CHE 110, BIOENG 140 or other approved course based on major




CHEM 105 Principles of Chemistry 4

SDC 100 OR CPTS 1112

World of Design and Construction or Introduction to Algorithmic Problem Solving 3

Total 15



4

CHEM 106 OR CPTS 1212 Principles of Chemistry II or Program Development and Design 4


ENG XXX3 Major-Specific Introduction to Engineering 2

Total 14





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53




ENGR 120 or CPTS 111

Innovation in Design or Introduction to Algorithmic Problem Solving 2



Total 16

vcea.wsu.edu

Computer Science



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes





CPTS 121 Program Design and Development 4

PHIL 201 Introduction to Formal Logic 3

Total 15



4



CPTS 122 Data Structures 4

Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53




CPTS 111 OR 121

Introduction to Algorithmic Problem Solving or Program Design and Development 3-4



Total 17-18

school.eecs.wsu.edu



Fine Arts



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes







Total 12



4




Total 14





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53




MATH 1 Relevant Mathematics Class 3


FA 101 OR MUS 163 Introduction to Art or World Music 3

Total 14

finearts.wsu.edu

Journalism/Communication



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes





COM 138 Communication Overview 1

COM 101 Media and Society 3

Total 11



4


FA 101 OR MUS 163 Introduction to Art or World Music 3


Total 14





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53




COM 138 Communication Overview 1




Total 16

communication.wsu.edu


Mathematics



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes






CPTS 115 Introduction to Data Analytics 3

Total 13


UNIV 111 Developing Academic Strategies for Listening and Discussion 4



CPTS 121 Program Development and Design 4

Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53





CPTS 121 Program Development and Design 4


Total 15

math.wsu.edu

Science



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes






COM 105 Communication in Global Contexts 3

Total 13



4



MATH 172 OR BIO 106 OR BIO 107

Calculus II or Introductory Biology: Organismal Biology or Introductory Biology: Cell Biology and Genetics 4

Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53







Total 16

cas.wsu.edu



Social Sciences/Humanities



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 60

• IELTS 5.5

• PTEA 44

• Password 6



Notes







Total 12



4



Total 11





• TOEFL iBT 79

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53








Total 16

libarts.wsu.edu/genstudies


“ People really care here. WSU is the first place I’ve been where everyone really works hard in order for you to succeed. Everyone is so friendly and enjoys having one-on-one time with you. People are ready to open doors for you to pursue opportunities.”

Marissa Chukwu, Nigeria Zoology, Pre-Medicine


Graduate Pathway ProgramsCollege of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resource Sciences

Master of Arts in Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles

WSU offers a Master of Arts in Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles that provides opportunities to pursue a career in the apparel and textile industry. Alumni have found work as clothing designers, retail buyers and product engineers.

2-Semester PathwayFall: August 13, 2018


Program Information

Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate degree;

students without related major backgrounds are welcome to apply but those applying without an undergraduate degree related to the field may have to take 1-3 courses after the pathway. This will not impact time to completion. All students can take all courses in Pathway.

• 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 66 • IELTS 6.0 • PTEA 50 • Password 6 • Completion of AE Level 5 with 83%

average in all classes

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • 3.0 GPA • No “W” or “I” grade in a class • Grade of “B” or better in all

classes


IALC 602 Academic Reading and Research 9

IALC 650 International Teaching Assistance 3

ADMT 210 Textiles 4

AMDT 517 OR 550

Theory and Methods of Culture, Gender and Dress or Social Networking and Omni-Channel Retailing 3

Total 19


IALC 603 Academic Listening and Discussion 9

AMDT 508 OR 518

Environmental and Social Issues in the Apparel Industry or Apparel Merchandising Analysis 3

STAT 512 Analysis of Variance of Designed Experiments 3

Total 15



Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate degree;

students without related major backgrounds are welcome to apply but those applying without an undergraduate degree related to the field may have to take 1-3 courses after the pathway. This will not impact time to completion. All students can take all courses in Pathway.


• TOEFL iBT 75 • IELTS 6.0 • PTEA 53


IALC 701 Critical Reading and Research 5

IALC 702 Advanced Academic Listening and Discussion 4

IALC 750 Seminar and Discussion 1

AMDT 210 Textiles 4

AMDT 517 OR 550

Theory and Methods of Culture, Gender and Dress or Social Networking and Omni-Channel Retailing 3

Total 17

amdt.wsu.edu

The courses listed in the following tables are examples and are subject to change.

Graduate Pathway Programs | 29

College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resource Sciences

Master of Science in Applied Economics

Offered through the School of Economic Sciences, the MS in Applied Economics degree program provides strong foundations in economic theory, quantitative methods, applications and research analysis in order to prepare graduates for professional careers in business, consulting and government.



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate degree in

economics or related discipline preferred • Must have taken calculus, linear algebra,

statistics, econometrics and intermediate macroeconomics courses (or equivalent) with passing grades




Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • 3.0 GPA • No “W” or “I” grade in a class • Grade of “B” or better in all classes




ECONS 526 Microeconomic Analysis I 3

ECONS 528 Macroeconomic Analysis 3

Total 18



ECONS 525 Econometrics 3

ECONS 527 Microeconomic Analysis II 3

Total 15




economics or related discipline preferred • Must have taken calculus, linear algebra,

statistics, econometrics and intermediate macroeconomics courses (or equivalent) with passing grades







ECONS 521 Topics in Economic Sciences 3

STAT 530 or FIN 526 Applied Linear Models or Financial Management 3

Total 16

ses.wsu.edu/graduatestudies/msprograms/


Master of Science in Mathematics (Computational Finance)

This Master of Science in Mathematics degree is ideal for students with strong backgrounds in mathematical and computational skills. The program is designed to prepare alumni to face the quantitative and computational challenges in financial service and insurance sectors.



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate degree

in mathematics or related discipline preferred

• Must have taken advanced calculus and linear algebra courses (or equivalent) with passing grades








MATH 548 OR 564 Numerical Analysis or Nonlinear Optimization I 3

MATH 575 OR 576

Asset Pricing in Financial Engineering or Quantitative Risk Management 3

Total 18




MATH 575 OR 576


Total 15




in mathematics or related discipline preferred

• Must have taken advanced calculus and linear algebra courses (or equivalent) with passing grades.








MATH 575 OR 576


Total 16

math.wsu.edu/graduatestudies

College of Arts and Sciences

Master of Science in Statistics

The Master of Science in Statistics is designed with fundamental tools of statistical modeling and implementation where student develop skills for identifying and solving statistical problems. Career opportunities for individuals trained in statistics exist in business, industry, government and academia.



Program Information


mathematics or related discipline preferred • Must have taken advanced calculus and linear

algebra courses (or equivalent) with passing grades • 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 66 • IELTS 6.0 • PTEA 50 • Password 6 • Completion of AE Level 5 with 83% average

in all classes

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements • 3.0 GPA • No “W” or “I” grade in

a class • Grade of “B” or better in

all classes




STAT 512 OR 530 Analysis of Variance of Designed Experiments or Applied Linear Models 3

STAT 533 OR 556 Theory of Linear Models or Introduction to Statistical Theory 3

Total 18





Total 15




mathematics or related discipline preferred • Must have taken advanced calculus and linear

algebra courses (or equivalent) with passing grades • 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • Language requirement:








Total 16

math.wsu.edu/graduatestudies


Master of Education in Educational Psychology

Students enrolled in the educational psychology program focus on research, evaluation and measurement knowledge while they develop the skills necessary to conduct theoretical research. Educational psychology alumni work for school districts, state agencies, labs and universities.



Program Information


with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6






ED PSYC 502 Theoretical Foundations of Learning and Instruction 3

ED PSYC 508 Educational Statistics 3

Total 18



ED PSYC 505 Research Methods I 3


Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 7.0

• PTEA 53






ED AD 507 Social Foundations of Education 3

Total 16

education.wsu.edu/graduate/edpsych


Master of Education in Educational Leadership

WSU's educational leadership program is designed to meet students’ needs as future educational leaders. The program provides a balance and integration of practical experience, theory and research.



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6







ED PSYC 508 Educational Statistics 3

Total 18





Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53







Total 16

education.wsu.edu/graduate/edleadership



Master of Education in Special Education

The Master of Education in Special Education degree is designed for students wishing to extend their knowledge and skills in special education, expand their content knowledge and pursue leadership roles in schools and organizations/agencies.



Program Information


with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0* • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 70

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 50

• Password 6




Notes

* Applicants must have 1 year experience working in special education, human development, or psychology field. This could be teaching experience or experience working with adults or children with disabilities. A degree in education or special education that included student teaching or similar is also acceptable.



SPEC ED 301 Education of Exceptional Children 3


Total 18



SPEC ED 509 Early Childhood Special Education 3

SPEC ED 504 Professional Skills in Special Education 3

Total 15




with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0* • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 7.0

• PTEA 53





SPEC ED 301 Education of Exceptional Children 3


Total 16

education.wsu.edu/graduate/specialed

Master of Education in Language, Literacy, Technology

The language, literacy, technology program is valued by alumni and institutions as offering quality professional preparation that produces exceptional researchers and teachers with a focus on improving the lives of students, teachers and schools.



Program Information



• TOEFL iBT 70

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 50

• Password 6






TCH LRN 544 Teaching Children's and Young Adult Literature 3


Total 18



TCH LRN 518 Integrating Technology into the Curriculum 3

TCH LRN 549 Communicating in a Multilingual Society 3

Total 15





• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 7.0

• PTEA 53





TCH LRN 544 Teaching Children's and Young Adult Literature 3


Total 16

education.wsu.edu/graduate/llt


Master of Science in Computer Science1

WSU's computer science master's program emphasizes software design and testing. Alumni have found jobs as software engineers, project managers, senior designers, professors and research directors.



Program Information


in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0

• Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6



Notes

1 This Pathway program begins in Pullman, with the degree completed at WSU Vancouver.




CPTS 516 OR CPTS 553 Algorithmics or Graph Theory 3

CS 518 Relevant Computer Science Course 3

Total 18





Total 15




in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0


• TOEFL iBT 75

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 53







Total 16

school.eecs.wsu.edu/academics/graduate-program

Master of Architecture

Accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board, the Master of Architecture is a professional degree designed to provide a comprehensive education in design, history and theory, technology and practice.

2-Semester Pathway¹

Fall: August 13, 2018Spring: January 2, 2019

Degree Program Components48-60 credit hour program15¹ credit hours apply from Pathway33-45¹ credit hours remaining toward degree

Program Information


in architecture, architectural studies or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0¹

• Submission of portfolio preferred2 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6




Notes

1. Time to complete the degree will depend on the student’s academic background. Students with a degree in architecture and portfolio may be placed in higher level studio courses. This could decrease the time to complete the degree.

2. Students may apply without a degree in architecture or portfolio but will automatically be placed in the 3 year degree track. Those who apply with a degree in architecture, or related field, and a portfolio will be placed into relevent courses depending on background.

3. Placement of specific design studio courses and other architecture courses will depend on applicant’s prior academic coursework/portfolio.



ARCH 5703 Advanced Architectural Design Studio I 6

Total 18



ARCH 5713 Advanced Architectural Design Studio II 6

ARCH 5733 Ethics and Practice 3

Total 18

1-Semester Pathway¹

Fall: August 13, 2018Spring: January 2, 2019

Degree Program Components48-60¹ credit hour program6¹ credit hours apply from Pathway42-54¹ credit hours remaining toward degree


in architecture, architectural studies or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0¹

• Submission of portfolio preferred2 • Language requirement:

• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53





ARCH 5703 Advanced Architectural Design Studio I 6

Total 16

sdc.wsu.edu/architecture/program-info/m-arch




Master of Science in Electrical Engineering1

A master's degree in electrical engineering prepares students for careers in the design, analysis and improvement of electrical or computer-based systems. Specific areas include power systems, systems and control, electromagnetics and wireless communications.



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate engineering

degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, computer science or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0


• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6



Notes





MATH 540 Applied Mathematics I 3

ECE 525 Experimental Methods for Electrical Engineering 3

Total 18



EE 501 Linear System Theory 3

ECE 5XX Relevant Electrical Engineering Course 3

Total 15



Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate engineering

degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, computer science or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0


• TOEFL iBT 75

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 53






ECE 525 Experimental Methods for Electrical Engineering 3

Total 16

school.eecs.wsu.edu/academics/graduate-program

Master of Arts in Interior Design

Interior design is an exciting degree that focuses on environment and design applications within the context of a cross-disciplinary program. The program increases students' understanding of the relationship between human behavior and interior elements through advanced study and hands-on research.



Program Information

Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate

degree in interior design or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0*


• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6




Notes

* 1. Statement of Program Intentions. Label as “Your_Name_MA_InteriorDesign_Application.”

2. Portfolio of design work. Label as “Your_Name_MA_InteriorDesign_Portfolio.” Use high-quality images and include a brief narrative of each project. Material should be in an 8 ½ x 11 landscape format, or smaller. Maximum 10 pages double sided (20 pages maximum). This must be one combined document. No single pages will be accepted. The portfolio should provide the MA Interior Design admissions review committee with an overall understanding of the applicant’s skills in areas of design, drawing and representation, model making, freehand drawing and diagramming. Other areas that may be included as appropriate are painting, sculpture, watercolor, creative writing, photography or other fine arts. If professional work is submitted, identify your role and specific involvement in the project. All work must show highest ability and skill. Portfolio should be clear, well organized and easily read. Graphic design of pages (layout, images, text) should be carefully considered. All materials must be submitted electronically, in PDF format, to [email protected].

3. For detailed information regarding admission, coursework and all admission documents, please visit department handbook here: http://sdc.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/MA_InteriorDesignGraduateHandbook2016-2017.pdf



ID 530 Philosophies and Theories of the Built Environment 3

ID 500-Level Elective 3

Total 18



ID 540 Research Methods 3

ID 594 Readings in Interior Design 3

Total 15



Entry Requirements • Completion of undergraduate

degree in interior design or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0*


• TOEFL iBT 80

• IELTS 6.5

• PTEA 53





ID 530 Philosophies and Theories of the Built Environment 3

500-Level Elective 3

Total 16

sdc.wsu.edu/interior-design/program-info/master-of-arts


Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering1

The master's degree in mechanical engineering focuses on creation and improvement to the machines and systems that make modern life possible. WSU mechanical engineering graduates are employed as engineers, technical supervisors and managers.



Program Information


in engineering, mechanical, mechanics, structural engineering or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0


• TOEFL iBT 66

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 50

• Password 6



Notes






MECH 5XX Relevant Mechanical Engineering Course 3

Total 18



MECH 537 Fracture Mechanics and Mechanisms 3

MECH 5XX Relevant Mechanical Engineering Course 3

Total 15




in engineering, mechanical, mechanics, structural engineering or related field with 2.5 GPA out of 4.0


• TOEFL iBT 75

• IELTS 6.0

• PTEA 53






ME 5XX Relevant Mechanical Engineering Course 3

Total 16

mme.wsu.edu/grad


Academic English

Key Program Facts• Fall, Spring and Summer start dates

• Program length is 16 weeks;

Summer is 12 weeks

• High school diploma required

• No English language requirement;

students will be assessed and

placed upon arrival

• Minimum age 16

• 7 levels of instruction from true

beginner to high advanced

• 21 hours per week of instruction

Progression Requirements

To International Year One 3-Semester Pathway • Completion of Academic English

Level 3 with a minimum 80%

in all graded courses

To International Year One 2-Semester Pathway• Completion of Academic English

Level 4 with a minimum 80% in all

graded courses

To Direct Undergraduate Admission• Completion of Academic English

Level 5

To Graduate 2-Semester Pathway• Completion of Academic English

Level 5 with a minimum 83% in all

graded courses

To Graduate Admission• Completion of Academic English

Level 6, dependent on program

Learn morewww.intostudy.com/wsu/academic-english

Our Academic English program will help prepare you for university study in the US. You will receive high-quality English language instruction and the academic skills to succeed at WSU.

What You’ll Learn• Understand US values in an academic setting

• Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English

• Write research papers with proper use of citations and references

• Read, understand and critically evaluate academic texts

• Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines

• Take useful and accurate notes in academic lectures and presentations

Small classes of

15 students or less

Academic Advisingand tutoring throughout your program

English Language Program | 37

“ Studying in Academic English has been one of the greatest experiences in my life, and I have met many people from all over the world. When I first came to the US I did not speak any English, but my teachers have done a great job. I can now speak English, and everything is easier. I am really excited about being here in the US and studying Academic English.”

Mauricio Cifuentes-Soto, Colombia


Country Scales

Country WSU International Year One WSU Undergraduate Direct Entry

GCSE/IGCSE/O-Levels5 subjects with 1 grade of C or better and 4 grades of D or better. Subjects must include Math, English, Science, 2 electives.

5 subjects with 1 grade of D or better and 4 grades of C or better. Subjects must include Math, English, Science, 2 electives.

GCE/A-Levels/AS-Levels 1 E grade or better and 1 C grade or better (plus IGCSE)2.7 (1 A or B grade or better and one E grade or better plus IGCSE). Scale: A=4, B=4, C=3, D=3, E=2, F or below=0

International Baccalaureate IB Diploma w/minimum score of 24 IB Diploma w/minimum score of 27

Azerbaijan 3.3, Graduation Certificate (Atestat) 3.7, Graduation Certificate (Atestat)

Bahrain 53/100%, Secondary School General Certificate 57/100%, Secondary School General Certificate

Bangladesh 43/100% Intermediate Exam Certificate/HSC Minimum 50/Second Division Intermediate Exam Certificate/HSC

Brazil6.3 out of 10, Certificado de 2. Grau/Certificado de Conclusao do Ensino Medio & Historico Escolar

Minimum 6.7 our of 10 Certificado de 2. Grau/Certificado de Conclusao do Ensino Medio & Historico Escolar

China 73/100% Graduation Certificate 77/100% Graduation Certificate

Colombia 6.3 out of 10.0 scale, Bachiller/Tecnico (Medio) 7.1 out of 10.0 scale, Bachiller/Tecnico (Medio)

Ecuador 7.3 out of 10, Bachiller 7.7 out of 10, Bachiller

France10.5 out of 20, Diplôme du Baccalauréat/Brevet d’Etudes Professionnelles/ Certificat d’Aptitude Professionnelle

12 out of 20, Diplôme du Baccalauréat/Brevet d’Etudes Professionnelles/Certificat d’Aptitude Professionnelle

Gambia Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a 5.5 Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a minimum Grade 3

Georgia 6.3, Sashualo Skolis Atestati 6.7, Sashualo Skolis Atestati

Germany4 out of 6 or 5 out of 15, Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife/ Zeugnis der Fachhochschulreife/Abschlusszeugnis der Realschule/Abschlusszeugnis der Hauptschule

7 out of 15, Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife/ Zeugnis der Fach-hochschulreife/Abschlusszeugnis der Realschule/ Abschlusszeugnis der Hauptschule

Ghana Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a 5.5 Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a minimum 3

Hong Kong 2, Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Minimum 4, Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

India4.25/43, All India Senior School Certificate/Intermediate Public Examination Certificate

55, all India Senior School Certificate/Intermediate Public Examination Certificate

Indonesia6.3, Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Atas/Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Umum

6.7, Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Atas/Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Umum

Iran 12.5, Graduation Certificate 13.5 Graduation Certificate

Italy 6.3 out of 10, Diploma di Maturita/Diploma di Perito 7 out of 10, Diploma di Maturita/Diploma di Perito

Japan 3.3 out of 5, Graduation Certificate 4 out of 5, Graduation Certificate

Jordan 6.3 out of 10, General Secondary Education Certificate, Tawjihi 7 out of 10, General Secondary Education Certificate, Tawjihi

Kazakhstan 3.3 out of 5, Attestat o srednem obrazovanii Minimum 4 (Good) out of 5, Attestat o srednem obrazovanii

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a C average Certificate of Secondary Education with a C+ average

Kuwait 73/100%, General Secondary Education Certificate B or 80/100%, General Secondary Education Certificate

Kyrgystan 3.3, Attestat o srednem obrazovanii 3.7, Attestat o srednem obrazovanii

MalaysiaSijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/ Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)/ Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with 5 C grades

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/ Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)/Uni-fied Examination Certificate (UEC) with minimum C+

Mauritius GSEC with 4 D grades and 1 C grade GSEC with minimum 5 passes with C grade or higher

Mexico 7.25 (if 7 is a pass) or 6.25 (if 6 is a pass), Bachillerato/Técnico (Medio) Minimum 8, Bachillerato/Técnico (Medio)

Myanmar 42.5 or 3.25, Basic Education Standard X Examination Diploma A Minimum 50, Basic Education Standard X Examination Diploma A

Nepal 35/100% Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (HSEB) 41/100%Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (HSEB)

Nigeria Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a 5.5 Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with a 3.5 Pass

Oman 73/100%, General Secondary School Certificate Thanawiya Amma 77/100%, General Secondary School Certificate Thanawiya Amma

Pakistan42/100%, Intermediate Examination Certificate or Higher Secondary Certifi-cate (HSC) or any other certificate awarded by the Board

50/100%, Intermediate Examination Certificate or Higher Secondary Certifi-cate (HSC) or any other certificate awarded by the Board

Peru 11.25 Minimum 12

Qatar60/100%, General Secondary Education Certificate, Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari

Minimum 70/100%, General Secondary Education Certificate, Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari

Romania 5.5 out of 10, Diploma de Baccalaureat 7 out of 10, Diploma de Baccalaureat

Russia3.3 out of 5, Attestat o Srednem (Polnom) Obshchem Obrazovanii including Prilozhenie or Tabe

3.7 out of 5, Attestat o Srednem (Polnom) Obshchem Obrazovanii including Prilozhenie or Tabel

Saudi Arabia68, General Secondary Education Certificate(GSEC)/Secondary Commercial/ Agricultural/Industrial Institute Diploma

Minimum 72, General Secondary Education Certificate(GSEC)/ Secondary Commercial/Agricultural/Industrial Institute Diploma

Singapore GCE O-Level, 4 D grades and 1 C grade GCE O-Level, 5 passes with grade C or higher

South Africa3.3 or 53%, Senior Certificate or the Further Education and Training Certifi-cate

3.7 or grade C+ or 60%, Senior Certificate or the Further Education and Training Certificate

South Korea65% or a Rank of 5.5, Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo Graduation Certificate or Senior High School Diploma

70% and 4.5, Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo Graduation Certificate or Senior High School Diploma

Taiwan 63/100%, Senior High School Diploma 67/100%, Senior High School Diploma

Tanzania4.7 (E), Certificate of Secondary Education and/or Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education

4.3 (D), Certificate of Secondary Education and/or Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education

Thailand 63/100% Certificate of Secondary Education, Matayom VI 3 or 70/100% Certificate of Secondary Education, Matayom VI

Turkey 58/100% or 3.25 out of 5, Lise Diplomasi/Meslek Lise Diplomasi Minimum 65/100%, Lise Diplomasi/Meslek Lise Diplomasi

Ukraine 5 out of 12, Atestat pro Povnu Zagal’nu Seredniu Osvitu Minimum 7 out of 12, Atestat pro Povnu Zagal’nu Seredniu Osvitu

United Arab Emirates 73/100%, General Secondary Education Committee Minimum 80/100%, General Secondary Education Committee

United Kingdom Must meet IGCSE/O level requirements with 4 D grades and 1 C gradeMust meet IGCSE/O level requirements with minimum 5 passes with grade C or higher

Uzbekistan 3.3 out of 5, O’rta Ma’lumot To’g’risida Shahodatnoma Minimum 4 out of 5, O’rta Ma’lumot To’g’risida Shahodatnoma

Venezuela 10.5 out of 20, Bachiller/Técnico Medio 13 out of 20, Bachiller/Técnico Medio

Vietnam 6.25, Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong Minimum 6.75, Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong

Zimbabwe Must meet IGCSE/O level requirements with 4 D grades and 1 C gradeMust meet IGCSE/O level requirements with minimum 5 passes with grade C or higher


English Waiver Guidelines

Undergraduate English Waiver Exemptions

3-Semester Pathway 2-Semester Pathway 1-Semester Pathway Undergraduate Direct

IELTS 5.0 5.5 6.5 6.5

TOEFL 50 60 79 79

Password 5 6 No No

PTEA 40 44 53 53

MELAB No No No 77

IB English A Language and Literature (HL) or English A Language (HL): 4*

English A Language and Literature (HL) or English A Language (HL): 5

English A Language and Literature (HL) or English A Language (HL): 5

IGCSE/GCSE English First Language with C or better. Not predicted scores.** English First Language with C or better. Not predicted scores.

A Levels (A/AS) English First Language with C or better. Not predicted scores.** English First Language with C or better. Not predicted scores.

US High School Attended a US High School for 2 years or more. Attended a US High School for 3 years or more.

International High School (English medium of instruction)

If US regional accreditation, attended 2 years or more. If US regional accreditation, attended 3 years or more.

If US regional accreditation, attended 3 years or more.

SAT 440 Evidence based Reading and Writing 500 Evidence based Reading and Writing

500 Evidence based Reading and Writing

ACT 16 English and 17 Reading 17 English and 19 Reading 17 English and 19 Reading

HKDSE English Level 3 or better** No

Malaysia SPM English 119 with C or better** English 119 with C or better

WAEC Grade C6 in EnglishLanguage

Grade C5 in EnglishLanguage

No No

AP Language and Composition exam or Literature and Composition exam with 3 or better*

Language and Composition or Literature and Composition exam with 3 or better*

Cambridge English: First 154 162 176 No

Cambridge English: Proficiency 154 162 176 No

Cambridge English: Advanced 154 162 176 No

African (Anglophone): Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe

Yes. High school graduates from these countries where medium of instruction is English.**

Yes. High school graduates from these countries where medium of instruction is English.

Commonwealth Caribbean (Anglophone): Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Australia Yes Yes Yes Yes

Canada, except Quebec (French) Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irish Republic Yes Yes Yes Yes

New Zealand Yes Yes Yes Yes

United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales)

Yes Yes Yes Yes

*Qualifies for International Year One 2-Semester Pathway

**Qualifies for International Year One 1-Semester Pathway

GRAD English Waiver Exemptions Graduate Pathway Graduate Direct

GRE Scores No No

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from a regionally accredited US Institution Yes* Yes

Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an institution whose language of instruction is English (must be noted on transcript)

No No

*Qualifies for 1-Semester Graduate Pathway


Dates, Tuition and Fees

Estimated Costs of Attendance 2018-19Cost Description Tuition and Fees Living Expenses** Books and Supplies Insurance Other Total Expenses

Undergraduate Direct Admission (12-18 credits/semester)* $25,484 $11,810 $998 $1,744 $3,558 $43,594

International Year One (3 semesters) $36,300 $21,135 $1,440 $3,292 $5,469 $67,636

International Year One (2 semesters) $28,700 $13,900 $960 $2,345 $3,558 $49,463

International Year One (1 semester) $16,500 $6,950 $480 $895 $1,799 $26,624

Graduate Admission (9-18 credits/semester) $25,216 $11,697 $1,134 $2,071 $4,616 $44,734

Graduate 2-Semester Pathway $28,200 $14,500 $1,134 $2,345 $4,616 $50,795

Graduate 1-Semester Pathway $16,200 $8,300 $567 $895 $2,308 $28,270

Academic English (1 semester) $6,900 $6,950 $567 $895 $2,308 $17,620

*Per-credit tuition charges for 19+ credits/semester

**Living expenses for direct admission based on average estimates; cost may vary depending on the actual housing.

Start Dates for WSU Undergraduate Degree ProgramsTerm First Day of Classes Application Priority Date* Application Fee

Fall 2018 Aug 20, 2018 Jan 31, 2018 $50

Spring 2019 Jan 7, 2019 Nov 15, 2019 $50

*WSU accepts international applications at any time of year and operates on a rolling admission basis.

Start Dates for WSU Graduate Degree Programs

Term First Day of ClassesGraduate Application Priority Date Application Fee

Fall 2018 Aug 20, 2018 Jan 10, 2018 $75

Spring 2019 Jan 7, 2019 Jul 1, 2019 $75

Housing and Dining Services for Academic ProgramsHousing Type Fall 2018 Spring 2019 Summer 2019

Undergraduate Double Room $6,950 $6,950 N/A

Undergraduate Single Room $7,570 $7,570 $6,900

Graduate Single Room/ Shared Bathroom Suite (Fall Semester only)*

$6,360 N/A N/A

Graduate Single Room/ Shared Bathroom Suite* $5,485 $5,485 $4,510

All undergraduate housing plans include a RDA Level 1 Meal Plan with $890 RDA dollars per semester. Students can purchase additional RDA dollars once they arrive on campus. During the summer semester students will receive Cougar Cash. *Graduate housing plan does not include meal plan. Meal plans can be purchased when students arrive on campus.

Tuition for Academic ProgramsProgram 1 Semester 2 Semesters 3 Semesters

International Year One $16,500 $28,700 $36,300

Graduate Pathway Program $16,200 $28,200 N/A

Undergraduate Direct Admission $12,742 $25,484 $38,226

Graduate Admission $12,608 $25,216 $37,824

Dates for Academic EnglishSemester Start End

Fall 2018 Aug 20, 2018 Dec 14, 2018

Spring 2019 Jan 2, 2019 May 3, 2019

Summer 2019 May 1, 2019 Jul 26, 2019

Start Dates for Academic Programs1-Semester Pathway programs in crimson, 2-Semester Pathway programs in gray and 3-Semester Pathway programs in black. All Pathway programs can be started in the semester indicated below.

1-Semester Pathway program 2-Semester Pathway program 3-Semester Pathway program

Programs

Fall 2018Aug 13, 2018 - Dec 14, 2018

Spring 2019Jan 2, 2019 - May 3, 2019


Agricultural Science; Architecture; Business; Computer Science; Engineering; Fine Arts; Journalism/Communication; Mathematics; Science; Social Sciences/Humanities

Graduate Pathway Programs

Arts and Sciences: Mathematics (Computational Finance); Statistics

Design and Construction: Architecture; Interior Design

Education: Educational Leadership; Educational Psychology; Language, Literacy, Technology; Special Education

Engineering: Computer Science; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering

Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles: Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles

Arts and Sciences: Applied Economics

Rates are an estimate and subject to change. All prices in US dollars.

By Academic Year There are two semesters per academic year (Fall, Spring) each about 17 weeks.

Students also may take classes during a 12-week Summer term for an additional cost.

Tuition for English Language ProgramsProgram 1 Semester 2 Semesters 3 Semesters

Academic English $6,900 $13,800 $20,700

Miscellaneous Fees and ExpensesOne Time Fall 2018 Spring/Summer 2019* Summer 2019

International Express Mail $100 ----- ----- -----

INTO Insurance (Estimated) ----- $915 $1,500 $600

Books (Estimated) ----- $480 $480 $480

*Students starting in spring semester are required to purchase Spring/Summer Insurance Products.

DepositsProgram Tuition Housing

Academic English $2,000 $2,000

Pathway Program $2,000 $2,000

Academic English + Pathway $2,000 $2,000

Insurance for entire length of program must be paid in full at time of deposit and is required for confirmation and I-20 generation.


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