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WWU tops 10,000 freshman applications for the first time

For the first time in its history, Western Washington University received more than 10,000 freshman applications for fall. University officials say Western’s reputation for academic excellence and value are important factors drawing students to WWU.

The deadline for freshman…

Campus Visit Notes: Western Washington University

Record number of students apply to WWU

Record year for applications to state’s universities

WWU receives highest-ever number of freshman applications

Student demand to attend Western Washington University is strong, with the university receiving its highest-ever number of freshman applications. University officials say Western’s reputation for academic excellence and value are important factors drawing students to WWU.

The…

Prospective student submits musical application

The Office of Admissions at Western Washington University recently shared this video of a song that incoming freshman Mikaela Hansen wrote and performed as part of her application.   If you're wondering, she did get in.  

College enrollment and diversity up at WWU, other Washington universities

VIDEO: Kathy Murray, queen of the Honeybees

Kathy Murray's connection to Western Washington University runs deep. She got her master's degree in theater from Western and has spent more than 20 years working in Western's Office of Admissions, the Registrar's Office and as manager of Western's Testing Center.

But, Murray has another…

Demographics improve odds of getting into UW this year

WWU student who grew up in Bellingham crowned Miss Seattle

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