General Science

Highlights

• Craft your own curriculum from a variety of disciplines 
• Participate in undergraduate research guided by renowned faculty  
• Variety of campus laboratories and other facilities  
• Owen Science and Engineering Library, the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest 
• Join a math, science, and engineering residence hall, where you can study with your neighbors, get free tutoring, and use the hall’s computer lab 

Specializations

Biological Sciences focuses on life sciences like environmental studies, genetics, botany, and microbiology. 

Mathematical Sciences focuses on sciences like statistics and applied mathematics.  

Physical Sciences focuses on sciences like physics, chemistry, environmental studies, and astronomy.  

Career

With a General Science degree, you can work in:  

• Pharmacology, nutrition, and dietetics 
• Human and animal health
• Fisheries and wildlife ecology 
• Ecological restoration 
• Forensics and pathology 
• Teaching and research facilities
• Science writing and journalism 

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start and more.  

You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school.  

Use our Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly. 

Admission to WSU and admission to your desired major are two separate processes. Contact your academic department for specific requirements and prerequisites unique to your major.   

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use our search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU.  

Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid. 

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

Find hundreds of student-friendly jobs, internships, and work-study opportunities with our WSU student job board, Handshake. You can also check with departments for internships specific to a major. 

Get advice and learn more at the Academic Success and Career Center.