Collage of Global Campus Students

Our Students

Who Are Our Global Campus Students?

At Washington State University Global Campus, our students come from diverse backgrounds, communities, and stages of life. From working professionals and parents to military-affiliated students, first-generation college students, and lifelong learners, they pursue their educational goals from across Washington, the nation, and beyond.

Whether earning their first degree, advancing their careers, or exploring new opportunities, our students benefit from the flexibility of online learning while balancing their personal and professional responsibilities.

The Global Campus Community

3,726 Students
58 % Full-time students
42 % Part-time students
40 % Students of color
37 % First generation
30 Average age of students

Source: Fall 2026 WSU Global Campus enrollment data.  

Real Students, Real Experiences

From balancing work and family to finding academic support and new opportunities, every Global Coug has a story. Hear how students and alumni have made their WSU experience their own.

Connected Across Washington and Beyond

23 Countries represented
40 U.S. states represented
79 % Washington Residents
3 % Active duty
7 % Veterans

Source: Fall 2026 WSU Global Campus enrollment data.  

Different Journeys, One Cougar Community

Our students bring unique backgrounds, experiences, and goals to WSU Global Campus. Discover how they’ve found support, built connections, and created opportunities through their education.

Explore More Global Coug Stories 

Every Global Coug has a story worth sharing. From undergraduate research and community involvement to career achievements and personal milestones, our students demonstrate the many possibilities of earning a WSU degree online. 

Explore more stories about the people and experiences that make up our Global Campus community. 

Your WSU Story Starts Here

Your goals, experiences, and aspirations are uniquely yours. At WSU Global Campus, you can pursue an education that fits your life while becoming part of the Cougar community.