Western Washington University

Western Washington University is a public four-year institution located in Bellingham, Washington, a small city in the Pacific Northwest near the Canadian border. The university enrolls 16,309 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 59.67 out of 100. It reports a 66% completion rate and an 80% retention rate (IPEDS 2023).

Among its career-oriented programs, Western Washington University offers Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance at the associate degree level and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse as an associate degree program. These programs address regional workforce needs in both healthcare and cybersecurity.

Bellingham's location between Seattle and Vancouver, BC provides students with access to healthcare systems and technology employers throughout the Pacific Northwest. The small city setting offers a focused academic environment while remaining connected to major metropolitan job markets.