Washington State University
About
Washington State University is a premier public land-grant research institution renowned for its top-tier Edward R. Murrow College of Communication, leading College of Veterinary Medicine, and acclaimed programs in agriculture and engineering. Situated amidst the scenic rolling hills of the Palouse, the Pullman campus offers a quintessential college-town experience defined by high-impact research, vibrant Greek life, and the fiercely loyal "Cougar family" school spirit. Distinctively, the university blends high-level academic opportunities with cherished local traditions, including a legendary alumni network and the famous, student-crafted Cougar Gold cheese produced right on campus at Ferdinand's Ice Cream Shoppe.
Wikipedia:Washington State University is a public land-grant research university in Pullman, Washington, United States. Founded in 1890, WSU is also one of the oldest land-grant universities in the American West. With an undergraduate enrollment of 24,278 and a total enrollment of 28,581, it is the second largest institution of higher education in Washington state behind the University of Washington. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".
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Washington State University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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