Western Washington University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	14,842

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	13,783

Women	7,699	56%
Men	6,084	44%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	164	1%
Asian	880	6%
African American / Black	248	2%
Hispanic	802	6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	26	<1%
White	10,535	76%
Two or More Races	747	5%
International	137	1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	244	2%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WWU undergraduates call home?

Washington	92%
Other US States & Territories	7%
Other Countries	1%

How old are WWU undergraduates?
Average Age	21
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	8%