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Washington State University Vancouver
Published on: January 03, 2024
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Washington State University Vancouver (WSU Vancouver) is a regional campus of the Washington State University system, located approximately 10 miles north of the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington. Established in 1989, it serves as the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington.

As of the latest available data, WSU Vancouver enrolls approximately 2,756 students, with an average student age of 25. The student body comprises 52% female and 48% male students, with 6% identifying as veterans. Notably, 44% of the students are first-generation college attendees, and 37% are students of color.

Washington State University Vancouver offers a diverse array of academic programs, including 26 bachelor’s degrees, 8 master’s degrees, and 3 doctoral degrees. Popular undergraduate majors encompass fields such as Neuroscience, Nursing, Business Administration, Elementary Education, and Earth & Environmental Science. Graduate programs include disciplines like Education and Mechanical Engineering. The campus maintains a favorable student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1, fostering personalized instruction and mentorship.

Established over 25 years ago, the WSU Vancouver campus spans 351 acres and features more than six miles of bicycle and pedestrian trails, promoting sustainability and outdoor engagement. The university emphasizes community impact, with approximately 92% of its alumni remaining in the area, contributing to regional economic growth and development.

As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver offers a personalized, high-quality education leading to an employer-respected WSU degree.

Washington State University Vancouver

14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue
Vancouver WA 98686
360-546-9788
www.vancouver.wsu.edu

 

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