Fall "Alive!" Orientation is your last chance to register for fall semester classes. You can also tour campus, learn about leadership involvement opportunities, meet with faculty advisors, and get an inside look at life at WSU.
Week of Welcome for all new students takes place in mid-month, before fall semester classes begin.
Be sure to attend Washington State University's Convocation the Friday before classes start.
September
Apply for spring semester.
Future Cougar Day in Pullman mixes an introduction to University academics with the excitement of Pac-10 football. Meet current faculty and students before the WSU football game, and more.
October
Apply online for admission and scholarships. Or you can get applications from your high school or community college counselors, or request them from the Office of Admissions at 888-GO-TO-WSU (888-468-6978).
Attend Washington State University's Fall Preview, a campus visitation program.
November
Spend a day at Fall Preview, a campus visitation program.
Apply online for admission and scholarships. You can also get applications from your high school or community college counselors or request them from the Office of Admissions at 888-GO-TO-WSU (888-468-6978).
Admission notification process begins.
December
Share a wonderful holiday with someone you love.
January
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available from high school and community college counselors, the Washington State University Office of Student Financial Aid, and www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Spring Orientation. Get the best start by visiting campus before spring semester classes begin.
January 31: Fall semester priority application date. Deadline for scholarship applications.
February
Destination WSU. Accepted students receive an in-depth, personal introduction to the University's academic programs and resources. Space is limited, so register for your visit soon.
March
Transfer Student Registration Days and orientation. Register for fall semester classes, meet with faculty advisors, and get an inside look at WSU.
April
Preview for Juniors. High school juniors from around the region get a special introduction to living and learning at Washington State University.
Destination WSU. Accepted students receive an in-depth, personal introduction to the University's academic programs and resources. Space is limited, so register for your event soon.
Housing information goes out to students accepted to the University. Your admission application date determines your priority for housing; returning the housing contract as soon as possible gives you a better chance of obtaining the living arrangements you prefer.
Future Cougars of Color (FCOC) scholarship program. Complete your application for admission by the January 31 deadline to be eligible for this scholarship event. At the FCOC scholarship event, you visit the University with a diverse group of motivated students for a first-hand look at campus resources and academic programs while you participate in scholarship interviews and activities.
If you've been offered admission as a freshman or transfer student, you can send in your $200 tuition deposit before the May 1 deadline to confirm your space at the University.
May
May 1: Tuition deposits due. If you've been offered admission as a freshman or transfer student, your $200 tuition deposit will confirm your space at the University.
Fraternity and sorority recruitment information disseminated. If you’ve been accepted to the University and have not received this information by the end of May, call the Office of Residence Life at 509-335-2611 or 509-335-RUSH.
June
Attend Alive!, Washington State's premier undergraduate orientation program. Valuable information about getting the most from your educational experience, and your earliest opportunity to register for the class schedule you want.
Summer Advantage A 4-week, 7-credit head start to help transition from high school to college. Build a solid foundation for your college career.
July
Attend Alive!, Washington State's premier undergraduate orientation program. Valuable information about getting the most from your educational experience, and an opportunity to register for the class schedule you want.
