WSU offers a 1- or 2-term Undergraduate Foundation (UF) program that you can start and continue through fall, spring, or summer term. The UF program leads to one of 95 bachelor’s degrees and is designed for students who need academic support and do not have a competitive academic portfolio. With the exception of Math 100, all courses in the program count toward your degree. Completion of the Undergraduate Foundation program will allow you to transition to a degree-seeking program at any WSU campus that offers it. In most majors you will graduate in the same amount of time as students with competitive marks and grades.
With flexible study plans and start dates throughout the year, we will help you find the program that best suits your academic goals and your student profile. Where you begin will depend on your grade marks and English level. But no matter what your starting point is, we offer several routes that get you to graduation day so that where you end up is where you want to be, graduating with a degree from WSU. For more information, visit International Programs Future Students.
Undergraduate degrees
- 200+ fields of study
- 95 majors, 86 minors, and more than 100 in-major specializations
- Research opportunities and internships
To apply
If you meet the academic and English language requirements for your degree program, you can apply directly to WSU. To apply, you will need:
- Application completed online
- High school transcripts
- University/college transcripts (for transfer applicants)
- Passport
- English test score
As an international student, I chose WSU because of its location in a very safe town. After confirming my offer, I was sure about my decision when my Peer Mentor provided me more information about the school and answered all my questions patiently. So, I knew WSU must be an inclusive community and the right place for international students. I started my academic study in summer 2019 at WSU, and there were so many people around, but the International Student Center gave me a lot of help. WSU provides me so many opportunities to improve myself in the classroom and through voluntary activities. It will always be a home to every Cougar!”
Zichen Fan, China
Start dates
| Fall: August | Spring: January |
UF programs can be either 1 or 2 semesters and all start in both fall and spring. Programs include Agricultural Sciences, Architecture, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Fine Arts, General Studies, Journalism/Communications, Mathematics, and Science.
Entry requirements*
| 1 semester | 2 semesters | |
| Minimum GPA equivalent | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Duolingo | 95 | 90 |
| IELA | 180 | 162 |
| IELTS | 6.0 | 5.5 |
| ITEP | 4 | 3.5 |
| MET | 49 | 46 |
| Password | Level 6 | Level 5 |
| PTEA | 47 | 44 |
| TOEFL iBT | 70 | 60 |
Institutional codes: TOEFL 4705; SAT 4705; ACT 4482
Expenses*
| 1 semester | 2 semesters | |
| Tuition | $13,475 | $26,950 |
| Mandatory fees | $717 | $1,434 |
| Housing and food | $8,238 | $16,476 |
| Books and supplies | $381 | $762 |
| Medical insurance | $1,148 | $2,296** |
| Other*** | $1,054 | $2,108 |
| Total | $25,013 | $50,026 |
**2 semesters include coverage for fall, spring, and summer.
***Other costs include personal and miscellaneous expenses (for example, laundry, toiletries, health care, clothing, and entertainment) and will vary depending on personal preference.
Sample program – Science
2-semester program
| Semester 1 | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UNIV 111 | Developing Academic Strategies for Listening and Discussion | 4 |
| MATH XXX | Selected math course | 3 |
| MUSIC 163 | [ARTS] World Music | 3 |
| UNIV 104 | First-Year Success Seminar | 2 |
| Semester 2 | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UNIV 110 | Developing Academic Strategies for Reading and Writing | 4 |
| HIST 105 | [ROOT] The Roots of Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| MATH XXX | Selected math course | 3 |
| COM 102 | [COMM] Public Speaking in the Digital Age | 2 |
1-semester program
| Semester 1 | Course title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UNIV 111 | Developing Academic Strategies for Listening and Discussion | 4 |
| MATH XXX | Selected math course | 3 |
| MUSIC 163 | [ARTS] World Music | 3 |
| UNIV 104 | First-Year Success Seminar | 2 |
Washington State University is home away from home. As an nternational student who has lived here for more than two years, I have shared in the smiles, camaraderie, interaction and community of different students and faculty from every part of the world. I am amazed about how the International Programs staff at WSU are amicable and always ready to help – they relate to me like a family! I have made the best choice of school to study, and I will be forever grateful. I would recommend WSU for international students to attend. You will be glad you did. Go Cougs!”
Stephen Onayemi, Nigeria