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About Western Washington University (WWU)

We are western.

All About WWU

Explore your full potential at Western Washington University. We are committed to delivering our students a rigorous, world-class academic curriculum, impactful hands-on learning, and a unique community that fosters creativity, community engagement and inclusive success.

Western at a Glance

• Established in 1893
• 200+ undergraduate programs
• 40+ graduate programs
• 250+ student organizations and clubs
• 90% Western alumni are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation
• Top master’s-granting institution in the Pacific Northwest for 23 years in a row.

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Our Mission and Values

As a public comprehensive institution dedicated to serving the people of Washington State, we uphold certain values that contribute to our academic excellence, inclusive achievements, and positive impact in the state and the world. These include:

• Commitment to student success, critical thought, creativity, and sustainability.
• Commitment to equity and justice, and respect for the rights and dignity of others.
• Pursuit of excellence in an environment characterized by principles of shared governance, academic freedom, and effective engagement.
• Integrity, responsibility, and accountability in all our work.

Read Western’s Strategic Plan

Serving the State of Washington

As Washington's third largest public university, Western Washington University is a beacon of higher education, offering a comprehensive array of academic programs at our main campus in Bellingham, as well as at other sites across the State.

Create new communities on our main campus in Bellingham, pursue your goals through one of our research centers and satellite locations in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo, or take advantage of flexible learning opportunities through our fully accredited WesternOnline programs!

Explore Our Campuses

Western Washington University also serves the State of Washington through partnerships with community colleges and community centers. By maximizing the strengths of the university with communities in the Puget Sound and the Central Salish Sea regions, Western helps families across the state reach their educational goals. 

National Recognition

Rankings and Awards

Western students are known across the country and around the world as prestigious Fulbright Scholars, Peace Corps volunteers, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Hollings Scholars, and sought-after applicants for top jobs and doctorate programs. 

Over the past decade, more than 100 Fulbright, Goldwater, Hollings and National Science Foundation Fellowships and other national and international awards have been awarded to Western students.

Recent Awards

Top public schools.

For the 25th year in a row, Western Washington University is one of the   highest-ranking public, master’s-granting universities  in the Pacific Northwest, according to the  2024 U.S. News & World Report college rankings.

Military Friendly

US News and World Report Rankings awarded Western Washington University #13 Best College for Veterans  in their 2024 rankings.

Top Washington University for Transfer Students

The U.S. Department of Education has named Western the top four-year institution in the state for bachelor's degree completion rates among transfer students receiving federal financial aid (73 percent, Department of Education, 2023).

Western's athletics program offers a platform for both individual and team sports, promoting excellence and sportsmanship. Beyond the field, our athletics programs prioritize holistic student-athlete development.

Recent Victories

• Women's Soccer: 2022 NCAA Division II Champions
• All Around:   2023 Great Northwest Athletic Conference's All-Sports Champion

Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a dedicated fan, or simply appreciate college sports, we encourage you to explore our programs and join us in the thrill of victory. Go Vikings!

A Leader in Sustainability

Western Washington University is renowned for its steadfast commitment to sustainability, exemplified by our ranking as one of the nation's top 15 green colleges .

Through innovative initiatives, comprehensive waste reduction programs, and a strong emphasis on renewable energy sources, Western Washington University has established itself as a leader in environmentally conscious practices within higher education.

Read our Commitment to Sustainability

Engage with WWU’s sustainability-focused culture. We dedicate resources to green buildings and renewable energy projects, spearhead institution-wide zero waste commitments, integrate ecological justice practices into everyday life on campus, and support equitable and sustainable advancement across the Salish Sea region.

A Student-Centered University

Academic Excellence

Explore your interests in more than 200 academic programs and competitive research opportunities alongside expert faculty. The U.S. News & World Report names us the Best Value College and the #2 Best Public School in the West—for good reason!

Explore Our Colleges

• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• College of Science and Engineering
• College of Business and Economics
• College Of Fine and Performing Arts
• Fairhaven College of Interdisciplinary Studies
• College of the Environment
• Woodring College of Education

A University for Wave Makers

Design a net-zero-energy tiny house. Broadcast your latest music mix. Publish your research in Scientific Reports . Animate a larger-than-life display on the walls of downtown Bellingham. Create the world’s first transparent solar window. Win an Oscar.

Life at Western is about ambition, passion, problem-solving, and world-changing—it’s about turning ripples into waves with the help of expert faculty, invested classmates, and a community that looks together toward a brighter future.

Learn more about the innovations at WWU .

Admissions 

Learn more about WWU application timelines, tuition and financial aid guidance, and opportunities to deepen your university experience through research projects, student organizations, internships, study abroad programs, the Honors College, and more.

Undergraduate Admissions 

Graduate Admissions 

Student Life

Find your people in your residence hall, dining halls, student organizations, fitness classes, study groups, and so much more! Our campus events and dynamic array of student-led activities help you make the most of each moment at Western—from the classroom to Red Square and everywhere in between.

The Western Experience

WWU Leadership

At Western Washington University, we're committed to an inclusive community that merges academic excellence with social responsibility.

Through shared governance , we collaborate with students, faculty, staff and trustees to move us forward. By nurturing interdisciplinary collaboration, we're equipping students to solve global challenges and create a better world.

Learn more about our leadership by visiting the  President’s Office  website, or review the  2022 President's Report .

President Sabah Randhawa

Sabah Randhawa began service as the 14th President of Western Washington University on August 1, 2016.  He draws on more than three decades of distinguished service in higher education as an educator and an academic leader.

Randhawa’s top priority at Western has been advancing student success and inclusive excellence.  Among the many things that drew him to Western are its strong retention and graduation rates, which he sees as a foundation for advancing the success of more underrepresented students in the State of Washington and beyond.  

Learn More about President Randhawa 

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Visit Campus

Immerse yourself in the exciting events and stunning, tree-lined beauty of campus on a visit day, campus tour, or through our virtual tour options! Many of our WWU tours connect you with a current student, meaning you can ask questions and get to know what life on campus is really like.

Plan Your Visit

Campus Tours

Join the StARs, WWU's student tour guides, on a one-hour group tour of Western's beautiful campus for Fall Family Weekend. They will give you the inside scoop on everything Western and answer your questions as you explore. No registration required.

The 9:30am tours meet and leave from Flag Plaza.

The 11am tours meet and leave from Red Square. 

WWU Honors College

A community of students who want to expand their college experience with an interdisciplinary focus.

Societatem Colimus Pro Scientiam Humanitus Enitentes

We cultivate community by striving compassionately for knowledge

Honors at Western

Since its founding in 1962, Western’s Honors College allows students to combine the best of a private liberal arts college experience (small classes, interaction with professors and other students, and the opportunity to work on research and creative activities with faculty) with the advantages of a much larger public institution, including a wide variety of majors, outstanding academic facilities, and numerous extra-curricular options.

The Honors College is structured in a way that provides a graduated, on-going experience for students as they engage in increasingly sophisticated work while moving through their Western degree. From captaining our national championship rowing team to editing newspapers to organizing our TEDx event, Western Honors students are campus leaders.

National Recognition

WWU Honors has received recognition as one of the very best in the nation. And, it’s part of Western Washington University, which earns national attention for the overall quality of undergraduate education (U.S. News and World Report, 1998-2021) and top value in public colleges ( Kiplinger’s, 2019 ). Western is also nationally recognized as a leading producer of Student Fulbright Scholars and Peace Corps volunteers, many of whom were WWU Honors Students.

Honors Highlights

Schedule a visit with the honors college.

Learn more about Western's Honors College and observe first-hand what Honors classes are like.

Study Abroad with Honors in Greece

In the Honors Global Learning Class Cluster,  Democracy's Origin Story , your first term at WWU can include 2 weeks in Athens, Greece with Dr. Tristan Goldman, the Honors College Associate Director!

Spring 2024 Capstone Presentations

Mark your calendar for Spring Quarter Senior Capstone presentations! We have about  100 presentations . Spring presentations will be in person in Old Main 330 classrooms with a Zoom option. To arrange your virtual attendance at any presentation, please email  [email protected]  to request the Zoom link. All times listed are in Pacific Time.

Welcome Our New Director!

Dr. Kimberly Lynn has been chosen as the next Director of Western Washington University’s Honors College. Lynn will just need to move across campus for her new role; she is a professor of Global Humanities and Religions at Western, and that department’s chair since 2015. She will officially start her new role at Western on Aug. 19.

Honors College Main Office

Campus Tour

WWU Campus Tree Tour

WWU is privileged to be the home of dozens of spectacular varieties of trees (the full census runs to more than 70 species). These four tree tours describe some of the more interesting specimens on campus and also provides some history about many of the trees.

The mobile tours are designed to be used with a smartphone or tablet as you walk the tours. Touch the tree images to view tree names and descriptions.

The print tours are designed to be printed and carried with you on the tours. They include maps with numbered markers and descriptions for each tree.

Disclaimer: This project was undertaken by a complete amateur, a geologist without a scrap of formal training in botany. Tree identifications thus rely on imagination, faith and the sources listed below, with the enormously valuable assistance of Randy Godfrey, WWU chief gardener, and his staff, and local self-taught tree authority John Wesselink. However, if it turns out that some identifications are incorrect, no one could be less astonished than me. - Myrl Beck

Western Contact Info

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Western Washington University Virtual Tour

Are you applying to western washington university explore the campus using the virtual tour below..

Virtual tours are a great way to refresh your memory or to preview an on-site tour of WWU.

Do I Really Need to Take a Tour?

At the beginning of your college search, a virtual tour can be a beneficial tool to explore the campus before your visit. When you do visit the campus, be sure to talk to current students about their experiences. A student perspective is a helpful way to gauge your future experience when attending Western Washington University. Already took an on-campus tour? It's inevitable. All of your college tours will blend, and you might forget the appearance of WWU's library, dorms, or cafeteria. Use the virtual tour to jog your memory! With the interactive mapping tool below you can even explore the area surrounding the campus.

Use the resources below to start your virtual tour.

Using the Map

Click and drag the little orange person to a location on the map. Locations with panoramas appear as blue lines or blue dots when moving the orange person. The blue dots are panoramic views that you may swivel. The blue lines are paths that you can navigate along.

Panoramic View

You can "pan" or "swivel" the camera around by clicking on the image and dragging your mouse or finger. If you see a white arrow on the picture, you can click or tap on it to move in the direction of the arrow. This will also update the location of the little orange person on the map so you can get a better sense of where you are and what direction you are facing.

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Department of Music

Visit Music

Welcome to the Music Department at Western Washington University!

We are thrilled to welcome you to our beautiful campus and invite you to witness our program in action throughout the academic year. Intersession and summer visits are limited and not guaranteed. 

Please take a moment to explore the information below, and feel free to  contact us with any questions .

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Campus Tours

Directions and accommodations, explore music, explore wwu, how to schedule a visit.

• Submit the Music Department Visit Form .
• Confirm your tentative schedule via email.
• Come to campus!

We will contact you via email with a personalized schedule based on your interests and program availability. Please allow a minimum of five business days for an initial response.

We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community and sharing our passion for music with you!

Can't make it to campus?

We are happy to set up virtual meetings with available faculty and staff. Contact us to inquire about scheduling.  We encourage you to also check out the virtual campus tour options included below! Our department is working on a virtual tour of our building for those who cannot attend.

Visit Experience

Past visits have included a tour of the Performing Arts Center (PA/PAC), meeting with area faculty, meeting with the undergraduate advisor, sample lesson, advising participation or observation of ensembles, and observations of core music classes, music education classes, composition masterclass, and music history classes.

Visit opportunities are subject to rehearsal, testing, and faculty schedules, and while we cannot guarantee access to all activities, we will do our best to accommodate your interests.

Campus Visit Days

On campus-wide admissions visit days (Junior Days, Viking Admitted Days, etc.) individual music visits may not be possible, and group opportunities will be provided. Please follow the "How to Schedule a Visit" process and we will follow up with opportunities on your visit day. 

The best way to find out if Western is the best fit for you is to visit! WWU offers many ways to learn more about our academics and community – both in-person and online.

For more information please visit the WWU Admissions Office Visit page.

In-Person Options

Take a tour of Western's beautiful campus! 60 or 90-minute walking tour on most weekdays and some Saturdays. Campus tours begin on South Campus near the Rec center and end on the Performing Arts Center Plaza.

Keep in mind that the music department cannot usually accommodate a weekend visit.

Explore the campus tour options!

Self-Guided Tours

Self-guided tours are a great way to explore campus when tours are not available or are the experience you are looking for. 

Explore the self-guided tour page for more information and recommendations.

Virtual Tours

Virtual tours are another great option to explore campus! The Admissions Office has put together a list of virtual options for you to explore. These include, virtual hosted or self-guided campus tours, virtual residence tours, transfer information sessions, and many YouTube videos to explore. 

Explore the virtual tour options.

We encourage all visitors to explore the Admissions Office Visit Us page!  This page contains essential information regarding directors, parking, accommodations, transportation, and things to do on campus!

The Performing Arts Center (PA) is located on North Campus across the plaza from the Viking Union, Multicultural Center, and Bookstore. Look for the big red statue, for Handel . Visit the  CFPA Getting Here page  for more information. 

Parking Options

Parking is available for purchase in the 6V and C lots. Visitors may park in the Visitors may pay via mobile app or via debit and credit cards at pay stations. We recommend downloading the  Parkmoblie.io  or the  ParkMobile app  to pay online since you can add to your time via the app throughout the day! 

• Weekends and After 4:30 pm M-F : Visitors may park for free in C, 12A, and 27R. Additional paid parking is available in 6V, 7G, 9G, 11G, 17G, and 19G.

Explore the CFPA Getting Here page and the visitor's parking page for more information.

Visitors may park for free in C, 12A, and 27R. Additional paid parking is available in 6V, 7G, 9G, 11G, 17G, and 19G.

This section is designed to help you find additional information and resources to guide you in your next steps.

We encourage you to browse through our links and resources to discover all that our music program has to offer and we are here to answer any questions!

Explore events during your visit!

• Music Concerts and Events
• Theatre Performances
• Dance Performances
• Art Gallery Shows
• Music Auditions
• Concert Bands
• Viking Ped Band
• Jazz and Vocal Jazz
• Small Ensembles and Chamber Music

Music Degree Programs

• Prospective Music Students

Voice and Opera

• WWU Voice Opera page
• Opera Production Auditions

Start exploring campus resources! Below we have included resources that previous visitors found helpful!

We encourage you to also  visit the Viking Resources Hub and Resource Directory for more important resources and information.

Housing and Dining

• Housing - Future Student Information
• Housing - Parents and Family Information
• Explore the Dorms
• Housing and dining Options
• Dining on campus

Academics and Advising

• Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center
• Honors Program
• Study Abroad
• Disability Access Center

*Specializes in advising first-generation, multicultural, undocumented, and non-traditional students.

Campus Life & Health and Wellness

• Counseling and Wellness Center
• Ethnic Student Center
• Gender Neutral Restrooms
• LGBTQ+ at WWU
• Multicultural Center
• New Student Services
• Veterans Services

Questions or Concerns?

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Department of Music Performing Arts Center 273 Mailstop 9107 516 High Street Bellingham, WA, 98225 (360) 650-3130 [email protected]

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Looking for more information?

If you have any questions, we're happy to find you an answer. Call the Music Department Office 360-650-3130 , or view the directory of faculty and staff.

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Tour Day- Tuesday, October 15th, 2024

Each fall, all fifth graders from participating schools are brought to the WWU campus for a "kick-off" tour. The tour day is a coordinated effort between the university, local school districts, and the community. The tour is an all-day field trip for the students and their teachers and they participate in the following ways:

• Touring "real" WWU classrooms where professors have opened the doors and provided a view of college education for the 5th graders. Over 125 classrooms and demonstrations have been open to our tour guests.
• Touring university housing and activity centers where Western students typically live and participate in university offerings.
• Visiting WWU service centers, so that young students also get a bird's-eye-view of how to navigate a university.
• Touring the WWU library, a favorite to our 5th graders, to see the educational treasures available to students.
• Viewing Western's cultural resources; sculptures, art galleries, music, theatre, and dance performances.
• Lunching on campus with mentors at the Viking Union.
• Opportunities to meet the university administration.

Common Reads 2023

Each year an author or illustrator is featured during Tour Day. Our 2023 Common Read's Author was Laurie Ann Thompson and her book "Two Truths and a Lie".

A former software engineer, Laurie Ann Thompson now writes for young people to help them understand the world we live in so they can help make it a better place for all. She strives to write nonfiction that encourages imagination and fiction that reflects universal truths. Learn more at  lauriethompson.com .

Volunteer for Tour Day

As part of our Tour Day, many groups of students will be touring the Western campus. We will need to have some experienced adult supervision on campus that day. These adults will be needed as a safety measure to be present on the WWU perimeter, answering questions about locations on campus, helping in emergencies or with problems, maintaining cell-phone communication with the program director to relay needed information, and generally talking with students, acting as ambassadors for the Western campus.

Volunteers are requested in late September. All volunteers are required to attend a short orientation for their designated task prior to Tour Day. If you would like to volunteer on Tour Day, please contact  [email protected] .

Thank you in advance for your willingness to help our young students consider college in their future!

Virtual College Week!

During the pandemic, Tour Day was reconfigured into a weeklong online event called College Week! We plan to keep this page available for anyone to use for a virtual experience, or as preparation for the in-person Tour Day visit.

Visit the College Week site

Sculpture Collection

Dale James, Thunderbird and Bear and Steelhead Totem Pole, 1996

Fred Wilson, A Moth of Peace (2018) and The Way the Moon's in Love with the Dark (2017)

Robert Maki, Curve/Diagonal, 1969-70

Sarah Sze, Split Stone (Northwest), 2019

Mark di Suvero, For Handel, 1975

George Trakas, Bay View Station, 1987

Anthony Caro, India, 1976

Donald Judd, Untitled, 1982

Isamu Noguchi, Skyviewing Sculpture, 1969

Richard Serra, Wright's Triangle, 1979-80

Alice Aycock, The Islands of the Rose Apple Tree Surrounded by the Oceans of the World for You, Oh My Darling, 1987

Meg Webster, Lifted Conical Depression, 1990

Joel Shapiro, Untitled, 1980-81

Luis Camnitzer, A Museum is a School

Gary Hill, Clover, 1994

Lloyd Hamrol, Log Ramps, 1974

Tom Otterness, Feats of Strength, 1999

Beverly Pepper, Normanno Wedge (1980) and Normanno Column (1979-80)

Scott Burton, Two-Part Chairs, Right Angle Version (a Pair), 1987

Mia Westerlund-Roosen, Flank II, 1978

Bruce Nauman, Stadium Piece, 1998-99

Do Ho Suh, Cause & Effect, 2012

James FitzGerald, Rain Forest, 1959

Nancy Holt, Stone Enclosure: Rock Rings, 1977-78

Robert Morris, Untitled (Steam Work for Bellingham), 1971

Magdalena Abakanowicz, Manus, 1994

David Ireland, Bigger Big Chair, 2004-06

John Keppelman, Garapata, 1978

Ulrich Rückriem, Untitled, 1989

Indoor Sculpture Collection

Sculpture tours, guided tours & group visits.

Guided tours to the exhibitions and the outdoor sculpture collection are offered to schools and organized groups. Please email the Museum Educator , or call  (360) 650-3939  to make an appointment.

Request a Group Tour

Self-guided Tour

The outdoor sculpture collection is open to the public to enjoy any time. Indoor sculptures are publicly viewable when campus buildings are open. View or download the campus maps below to help find all the sculptures on campus. As you view each sculpture, you can view it on this website, or download the Sculpture Collection Brochure to learn more. Stop by the Western Gallery when it's open to get more resources and information from an expert.

Sculpture Collection Brochure PDF

Download or print and take this file with you for off-line reading as you tour the sculptures.

Outdoor Sculpture Collection History PDF

A 38 page booklet by former Gallery Director Sarah Clark-Langager about the history of Western's sculpture collection.

Sculpture in Place: A Campus as Site

by Sarah A. Clark-Langager

A 96 page book about the sculpture collection: available at the campus bookstore and online.

Looking up: the skyviewing sculptures of Isamu Noguchi

by Hafthor Yngvason, Matthew Kirsch, Kate Wiener

This book examines Noguchi’s career, and explores his work on the themes of space, charting our place in the universe, and ‘skyviewing’.

Available at the campus bookstore and online.

Nancy Holt Stone Enclosure: Rock Rings

by Kristina Lee Podesva

This book takes a long look at the Stone Enclosure: Rock Rings (1977-78) sculpture by Nancy Holt.

Available a the campus bookstore and online.

Student works

Multimedia tour.

​Students in the  Visual Dialog Course  ( ART 109)  create a multimedia tour of the sculpture collection based on their own research.

Aural Portraits

Students in  Time-Based Art  (ART 385)  create original works of sound art that provide aural portraits of the sculptures. The best way to enjoy the portraits is to put the application Soundcloud on your phone and listen to the tracks in proximity to the sculptures themselves.

Sculpture Poems

Students in  Creative Writing by Design  (English 195)  tour the collection and respond to the sculptures in poems and graphic presentations.

Articles by Student Journalists (PDF)

Students in  Newswriting  (Journalism 207)  tour the collection and write articles on the sculptures.

Lesson Plans

Calling all stars.

Where Does Your Strength Lie?

Seeing the Forest Through the Trees

A Balancing Act

• Faculty & Staff

The Office of Admissions will be closed Friday, May 31, 2024, for in-person walk-in appointments. However, we will be available by phone and email . Campus tours will operate normally.

Tours and information sessions

Campus tours.

The 75-minute student-led campus tour will take you through the heart of campus as you explore the Liberal Arts Quadrangle, Drumheller Fountain, Sylvan Grove and more.

Please note that demonstrated interest, as shown by attending any campus event, is not a factor in admission to the UW.

Virtual tours

• General campus tour
• College of Arts & Sciences tour
• Housing and dining tour
• Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium tour
• Virtual Indigenous Walking Tour
• Libraries tour

UW in 360° Virtual Experiences

Experience life as a student at the University of Washington in Seattle through interactive 360° videos.

• Husky Stadium in 360°
• Suzzallo Library in 360°
• Burke Museum in 360°
• The Quad in 360°
• UW Rowing in 360°
• UW Symphony in 360°

Video tours

We’ve got dozens of videos featuring campus highlights, housing tours, student perspectives and Seattle sights. View them all!

Self-guided tour

Campus tour + freshman admission presentation, register for a campus tour and admission presentation, husky hangout.

Connect with two current UW students in this 30-minute virtual hangout (Zoom) to get your student life questions answered and hear what it’s really like to be a Husky. Have questions about the admissions process? Join us for a freshman information session.

Information sessions for admitted students

(all times Pacific)

• Classics : April 29, 5 p.m.
• Economics : May 2, 3–4 p.m.
• Engineering — Engineering, Health & Medicine , May 8, 6–7 p.m.*
• Engineering — Engineering Outside of the Classroom , May 15, 6–7 p.m.*
• Engineering — Women in Engineering : May 1, 6–7 p.m.*
• Geography : April 25, 4:30 p.m.
• German Studies : May 9, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
• Music : April 25, noon
• Scandinavian Studies : May 14, 4 p.m. / May 15, 4 p.m.
• Spanish & Portuguese Studies : May 6, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
• Statistics : May 1, 4:30–5:30 p.m. / May 8, 4:30–5:30 p.m.

* Engineering sessions are also open to prospective students .

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• Campus tour and freshman admission presentation
• Campus tour only
• Housing tour
• School of Music
• *Full or past event*
• Allen School
• College of Engineering
• College of the Environment
• Admitted Student Information Session & Campus Tour

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California Campus Tours

Our campus tours are led by knowledgeable admissions counselors who will answer your inquiries about academic pathways at WesternU. Tours generally last 50-60 minutes and include:

• A walk through our main campus in Pomona, California
• A look inside our state-of-the-art classroom and lab spaces, tailored to your program of interest
• Spotlight of key student resources and support services
• Q&A and next-steps discussion with an admissions counselor

We recommend that you dress comfortably and be aware of the weather!

Register For A Campus Tour

When You Arrive

Accommodations via our center for disability and health policy.

If you require a reasonable accommodation through our Harris Family Center for Disability and Health Policy in order to participate in our campus tour, please contact the WesternU Office of Admissions at [email protected] or (909) 469-5335 at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled tour date. Please note that we will make our best attempt to fulfill requests made after this date but cannot guarantee they will be met.

Notice About Children

Most of our campus facilities are not designed for occupancy by young children. Safety is our priority, so we ask that you please make alternative arrangements for their care.

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May 28, 2024.

Max Smoot-Brown, one of the ten WOU students to star in Episode 11.

MONMOUTH, Ore. – Western Oregon University is featured in season 11 of The College Tour , a groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy, and Burton Roberts, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. 

Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour travels the country telling the story of each college and university through the diverse lens of its students, giving the viewer an intimate portrayal of life on campus. Inspiring and motivating, the show serves as a vehicle to help students across the world connect with higher education, enabling them to make informed decisions about their future without having to travel anywhere!

“I am excited that we now have the opportunity to share our unique story with a nationwide audience through this exceptional episode,” expressed President Jesse Peters. “Western holds a special significance, particularly for first-generation and historically underserved students, and for all those seeking a personalized and empowering education.”

Shining a spotlight on the diverse landscape of today’s colleges, The College Tour offers viewers a comprehensive look at campuses across the country, highlighting the many resources and opportunities that are helping students thrive. The College Tour shows how these institutions are setting students up for success.

“Western Oregon University offers students an extraordinary experience, and we’re so excited to share that on The College Tour ,” said Alex Boylan. “For students, choosing which college to attend is a monumental decision, and this episode gives prospective students a first-hand look at what makes this school so special.”

Watch The College Tour episode and individual student video segments on Western’s website .

The College Tour is a groundbreaking TV series that takes the viewer on an intimate journey through campuses across the country, telling each school’s story through the diverse lens of its students. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour brings equity to college readiness by providing a platform to access comprehensive and meaningful information regarding higher education anytime and anywhere, free of charge. The College Tour is available on Amazon Prime Video and at www.thecollegetour.com .

About Western Oregon University

Western Oregon University, established in Monmouth in 1856, proudly stands as Oregon’s oldest public university. Hosting around 4,000 students, Western embodies a mid-sized, NCAA Division II institution, with approximately 80% of its students hailing from within the state. Notably, its diverse student body comprises individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, veterans, and non-traditional learners. Western stands as the preferred campus in Oregon for those pursuing an enriching education within a nurturing, student-focused environment, characterized by faculty-led instruction .   Together we succeed .

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Students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point are sharing their academic journey as part of season 11 of “The College Tour,” now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

A groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy and Burton Roberts, “The College Tour” is hosted by Boylan, a winner of “The Amazing Race.” The show travels the country telling stories at colleges and universities through the diverse lens of its students, giving the view an intimate portrayal of life on campus. The show serves as a vehicle to help students across the world connect with higher education, enabling them to make informed decisions about their future without having to travel anywhere.

“The Pointers featured in ‘The College Tour’ have meaningful stories about how they discovered their purpose at UW-Stevens Point,” said Chancellor Thomas Gibson. “Some are athletes, some are first-generation students, some are from outside of the United States. What ties them together is the support, mentorship and growth they found on our campus. They are truly inspiring ambassadors for UWSP.”

Shining a spotlight on the diverse landscape of today’s colleges, “The College Tour” offers viewers a comprehensive look at campuses across the country, highlighting the many resources and opportunities that are helping students thrive. “The College Tour ” shows just how these institutions are setting students up for success, said Boylan.

One featured student, Maria Hartley, a business administration major from Wisconsin Rapids, is grateful for being in the show as she built skills she can use as a future business leader.

“This experience has helped confirm that pushing myself outside my comfort zone is where growth and opportunities truly lie,” she said. “I gained confidence in my abilities and in the energy I can bring to the table, which I can show my future employers.”

“UW-Stevens Point offers students an extraordinary experience, and we’re so excited to share that on ‘The College Tour,’” said Boylan. “For students, choosing which college to attend is a monumental decision, and this episode gives prospective students a first-hand look at what makes this school so special.”

Find “The College Tour” on Amazon Prime Video or at www.uwsp.edu/admissions-aid/the-college-tourwww.uwsp.edu/the-college-tour/ , where you can learn more about attending UW-Stevens Point.

Admitted Student Days

April 6 & april 13.

Congratulations on being accepted to Western! Now that you're in, we hope you and your family can join us for our upcoming Admitted Student Days. These free events are the perfect opportunity to come take a closer look at campus and get acquainted with your new community.

• Learn more about academic programs, scholarships, financial aid, and resources that are available now and those that will help you when you arrive on campus in the fall.
• Discover our on-campus housing options and which residential communities are right for you.
• Meet with current students and ask questions about their experiences at Western.
• Explore our beautiful campus and the inviting community of Bellingham.

Registration is Closed

Both Admitted Student Days are full and we can no longer accept RSVPs.

If you are still interested in attending an admitted student event we encourage you to register for an Admitted Student Friday.

Register For Admitted Student Friday

You'll need to log into your Admitted Student Portal to register.

Colleges on Campus for Each Day

The College of the Environment is home to Environmental Studies, Environmental Sciences, and Urban & Environmental Planning & Policy.

The College of Science and Engineering is home to Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering & Design, Geology, Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, and Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education (SMATE).

Fairhaven College is home to Interdisciplinary majors such as American Cultural Studies, Education & Social Justice, and Law, Diversity & Justice.

The Institute for Energy Studies (IES)  is a multi-college collaboration that offers interdisciplinary undergraduate degrees to address the science, technology, policy, business and economic aspects of energy systems. Current programs include Energy Policy & Management and Energy Science & Technology.

Marine and Coastal Science (MACS)  is an interdisciplinary program at Western Washington University with core and affiliated faculty in units across the university, drawing together the wealth of expertise in multiple departments and at Shannon Point Marine Center.

The College of Business and Economics is home to Accounting, Decisions Sciences, Economics, Finance and Marketing, and Business Management

The College of Fine and Performing Arts is home to Art & Art History, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Design.

The College of Humanities and Social Science is home to Communication Studies, Linguistics, Modern & Classical Languages, Health & Human Development, Journalism, Anthropology, Political Science, Sociology, Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and much more!

The Woodring College of Education is home to Education Leadership and Inclusive Teaching, Elementary Education, Human Services, Secondary Education, and more!

Tentative Schedule

Check in at the Wade King Student Recreation Center

Take a tour of Viking Union (VU), where many campus clubs and organizations live, such as the Associated Students, Ethnic Student Center, KUGS 89.3 FM, Multicultural Center, and more!

Tours leave every 15 minutes beginning at 8:30 AM. The last tour leaves at 9:30

Here's where you will get a chance to meet with representatives of academic programs and tour labs spaces and department spaces.

Hear from speakers such as current students and university leadership.

Join an Academic Department, Financial Aid, or Study Abroad session.

Go inside the residence halls and check out an actual dorm room.

We'll be providing complimentary lunch to all students and guests at our dining halls.

At the Student Resource and Support Services fair, you will find representatives from Financial Aid, New Student Services, Housing, and more!

45-minute walking tours of campus will begin every half-hour.

There will be a variety of sessions for students and families to attend, including Honors, Study Abroad, Financial Aid, Student Panel, BIPOC Student Panel, Parent Panel, New Students Services/Family Outreach, Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center, and Housing.

Break the ice and get to know your future classmates! Attend this fun session led by a current WWU student. More details to come!

Getting to Campus

From Interstate 5, take Exit #252 (Samish Way and WWU). Turn west onto Samish Way and follow the signs for Bill McDonald Parkway and the University Campus.

Parking for Admitted Student Days is complimentary! Refer to your confirmation email for parking and check-in information.

Important Travel Note:

Due to other events in the area, we anticipate that hotel room vacancies in Bellingham and the surrounding communities will be limited. If you are traveling for Admitted Student Days and plan on staying overnight, please be sure to reserve your accommodations as soon as possible.

Can't make it?

Admitted student fridays.

Western will also be offering Admitted Student Fridays in April. These free events are great opportunities to hear from current students, tour campus, and meet with student services offices. The program is comprehensive with a full-day agenda, but if you wish to meet with a specific academic department, we suggest reaching out to them at least two weeks in advance of your visit.

Other Visit Options

There are lots of great ways to learn more about life and academics at Western. From outdoor in-person tours to guided virtual tours and information sessions, you and your family are invited to connect and explore.