by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Washington State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Washington State University came in at $13,391 annually. For students from out of state the figure was $29,950. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of that total, required fees totaled $2,086 in-state and $2,086 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,305 | $27,864 |
| Fees | $2,086 | $2,086 |
| Total | $13,391 | $29,950 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much would Washington State University charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To see where that lands, here is how Washington State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In WA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Washington State University comes in higher than most schools.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Washington State University Financial Aid page for details.
Tuition at Washington State University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $10,457 | $25,773 |
| Two Years Ago | $10,708 | $26,392 |
| One Year Ago | $10,976 | $27,052 |
| Most Recent Year | $11,305 | $27,864 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Wazzu has shifted across recent years.
Most recently, out-of-state tuition moved up 3.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $30,848 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.55%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $13,732. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 2.60%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $30,727.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $13,732 | $30,727 |
| In 2 Years | $14,082 | $31,525 |
| In 3 Years | $14,441 | $32,343 |
| In 4 Years | $14,809 | $33,182 |
| In 5 Years | $15,186 | $34,043 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $127,777, or about $57,064 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Washington State University, go to the Washington State University Financial Aid page.
