Cost of Attendance
Cost of Attendance (COA) includes tuition and fees, housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses incurred as a result of enrollment at Western (for students with dependents, dependent care expenses may also be included). Housing and food estimates are based on the expectation that household expenses are shared with a roommate.
The COA represents the average amount most students spend. The COA is created based on academic program, housing plans, residency and enrollment status. Tuition and fees and housing and food (for on campus housing) are billed by Western. Students are responsible for reviewing residency, class level, and enrollment status displayed on the financial aid offer and notifying the Financial Aid Department if the information is incorrect. If students incur unusual, educationally related expenses, they may Contact Us to discuss if these expenses can be included in the COA for additional financial aid consideration.
Cost of Attendance Chart
These charts show the typical cost of attendance for WWU students. These charts are based on full-time enrollment for Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. They are estimates for your planning purposes. Divide the figure by 3 to see a quarterly estimate of costs.
Undergraduate
| Cost Item | Living on Own Cost | Living with Parents Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (includes S&A Fees) | $8,241 | $8,241 |
| *Required Fees | $1,341 | $1,341 |
| Other Standard Costs | $21,693 | $12,705 |
| Total | $31,275 | $22,287 |
*Required fees are based on 6 or more credits. Some fees are charged for enrollment in less than 6 credits or can be manually requested for access to these services. Contact the Student Business Office for more information at sbo@wwu.edu or (360) 650-2865.
Fees and Other Costs - 2024-25
| Budget Item | Living on Own Cost | Living with Parents Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,224 | $1,224 |
| Personal | $2,670 | $2,670 |
| Housing and Food | $15,747 | $6,759 |
| Transportation | $1,995 | $1,995 |
| Undergraduate Loan Fees | $57 | $57 |
| Graduate Loan Fees | $153 | $153 |
| Total Undergraduate Other Costs | $21,693 | $12,705 |
| Total Graduate Other Costs | $22,248 | $13,260 |
Important Notes
Enrollment Fee
All new undergraduate students are charged a $350 enrollment confirmation fee. This fee is included separately in the COA. Graduate students are charged a $100 confirmation fee.
Housing & Food
Students are budgeted the same for Housing & Food whether living on or off campus based on average expenses. Students with on campus housing or meal plans should review their actual Housing & Meal plan charges on their Western Account online. More information about Campus Housing and Dining Information is available.
COA Adjustments
A Cost of Attendance Increase request may be submitted for consideration of additional financial aid eligibility for students with educational costs higher than the standard COA. Reconsideration of the financial aid offer is subject to regulatory requirements and Professional Judgment.
Variation in COA
The COA may be adjusted for: reduced enrollment (less than full time), changes to housing status (on/off campus or with parents), or other program costs.
For less than full-time enrollment, the COA will be adjusted to reflect reduced tuition & fees as well as books & supplies.
For less than half-time enrollment, the COA will be adjusted to reflect reduced tuition & fees, transportation and books & supplies costs. There is no allowance for personal expenses. Housing & meals maintain the full time allowance.