Washington State University Vancouver

Name

Washington State University Vancouver

Legal name

Washington State University Vancouver

Website

https://vancouver.wsu.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Pullman

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: WSU Vancouver generates primary revenue through tuition payments from undergraduate and graduate students. The institution offers in-state tuition rates for Washington residents and reduced rates for eligible Oregon residents through the PDX Tuition Advantage program. Non-resident students pay higher tuition rates, with Western Undergraduate Exchange providing $12,000 annual reduction for eligible out-of-state students.
2. State Funding and Appropriations: As part of the Washington State University system, the Vancouver campus receives state government funding and appropriations that support operations and research activities.
3. Research Grants and Contracts: Faculty and students engage in research initiatives, with the institution ranked in the highest research category by the Carnegie Foundation. Research generates external funding through grants and contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

WSU Vancouver is a regional research university campus delivering higher education instruction across bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, certificates, and minors. Offerings span nursing, medicine, engineering and computer science, education, and human development, with hands-on learning, ABET-accredited engineering tracks, and a distributive medical education model that places students in regional healthcare settings.

Product overview

Washington State University Vancouver is a regional campus of Washington State University offering higher education programs. The institution operates as a unified academic institution providing undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs across multiple colleges and schools. The academic portfolio includes the College of Nursing, Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, School of Engineering and Computer Science (with ABET-accredited programs in Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Engineering), and College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences. These colleges collectively offer over 100 academic pathways including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctoral programs, certificates, and minors. The institution emphasizes hands-on learning, community partnerships, and career-focused education serving Southwest Washington.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Brands

• College of Nursing: Prepares students for nursing careers with programs including RN to BSN, Master of Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice
• Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
• Department of Human Development
• School of Engineering and Computer Science
• College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences

Products and services

• College of Nursing at Vancouver Campus Nursing academic unit delivering RN to BSN, Master of Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs that prepare students to lead in the healthcare workforce, integrating rigorous academic standards with local and global health improvement.
• Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine Medical education program utilizing a distributive model that places students directly into community healthcare settings across Southwest Washington, serving as a clinical site within the WSU medical education network.
• School of Engineering and Computer Science Academic unit offering ABET-accredited bachelor's and master's programs in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science with research in wireless sensor networks, software architecture, robotics, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing.
• College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences Academic unit offering teacher certification, advanced professional credentials, and accredited programs including BA in Education, Master in Teaching, MA in Special Education, and doctoral degrees in Educational Leadership, all accredited by the State of Washington.
• Department of Human Development Multidisciplinary program offering BA in Human Development, Ph.D. in Prevention Science, and certificates in Gerontology, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, and Family Studies, studying individual development across the lifespan.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering ABET-accredited undergraduate degree program preparing students to design and manufacture systems through hands-on labs and year-long industry capstones for careers in robotics, aerospace, and renewable energy.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science ABET-accredited undergraduate program preparing students for high-demand careers in data science, software engineering, and cybersecurity, with expertise in software design, programming, and computing theory.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering ABET-accredited undergraduate program offering hands-on experience in circuits, microelectronics, and power systems through lab work and senior design projects for aerospace, automotive, and medical engineering roles.
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering Graduate program with thesis and non-thesis tracks conducting research in robotics, renewable energy, and nanotechnology, preparing graduates for aerospace, automotive, and structural engineering leadership roles.
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering Graduate program with thesis and non-thesis tracks specializing in renewable energy, sensors, and power electronics, building expertise for telecommunications, aerospace, and medical engineering roles.
• Master of Science in Computer Science Graduate program with thesis and non-thesis options conducting specialized research in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and computer security for data science and software development roles.
• Bachelor of Arts in Education Full-time elementary education major emphasizing social justice and equitable teaching practices, including an integrated English Language Learner endorsement and preparing graduates for K-8 certified teaching positions.
• Master of Teaching with Elementary Certification Graduate program combining master's coursework with practical teacher preparation leading to a Washington State Residency Teacher Certificate with Elementary Endorsement (K-8), offered in full-time and part-time tracks.
• Master of Teaching with Secondary Certification Graduate program integrating rigorous academic coursework with intensive field experience, leading to a master's degree and Washington State Residency Teacher Certificate (grades 5-12) with endorsement in Biology, English Language Arts, History, Social Studies, or Mathematics.
• Master of Arts in Special Education Thesis-based graduate program developing research and inquiry skills in education and leadership, designed for students pursuing doctoral degrees or focusing on educational research in special education.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education with Concentration in Special Education University-wide doctoral program with live evening classes via video conferencing across campuses, preparing exceptional educators with research focus on autism spectrum disorders, Universal Design for Learning, assistive technology, and multitiered systems of support.
• Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership Cohort-based doctoral program requiring 72 semester credits, preparing practitioner-scholars to lead institutional improvements across diverse educational settings through research and dissertation for working professionals.
• Principal or Program Administrator Certificate Graduate certification pathway requiring 24 credits with six courses and a year-long administrative internship, preparing educators for school and district leadership.
• Superintendent Certificate 24-credit advanced program with monthly weekend seminars and concurrent internship, designed for building principals and mid-level administrators to develop executive skills for district-wide leadership.
• Add-on Endorsements for Certified Teachers Specialized pathways for certified educators to expand teaching credentials in English Language Learner, Middle-Level Math, or Special Education through flexible online and face-to-face courses.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of graduates stay in the Southwest Washington region
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Clark CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConcurrent Enrollment Program allows students to work toward their BSN while completing their associate degree in nursing at Clark College. Students take RN to BSN courses during summer breaks to accelerate their path to a bachelor's degree. This partnership ensures a seamless transition for local community college students.
• Lower Columbia CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConcurrent Enrollment Program enables Lower Columbia College nursing students to simultaneously work toward their BSN while completing their associate degree. The partnership accelerates career pathways for regional nursing professionals.
• Visit Vancouver WAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWSU Vancouver students partner with Visit Vancouver WA to develop tourism and event strategies for the city, uncovering growth opportunities while gaining hands-on experience in marketing, research, and community-driven economic development.
• BoeingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoeing provides exclusive mentorship opportunities for engineering students at WSU Vancouver, connecting students with industry leaders and enhancing career preparation in high-demand technical fields.
• SW Washington MESAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with SW Washington MESA (Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement) fosters an inclusive pipeline for the next generation of engineers and computer scientists, supporting diversity and equity in STEM education.
• Regional Healthcare ProviderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine and College of Nursing partner with local hospitals and healthcare settings across the region. The distributive education model places medical students directly in communities where they will eventually practice, integrated with regional health resources.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Clark College: Primary community college transfer partner for WSU Vancouver, located in Vancouver, WA. Functions as a feeder institution and concurrent enrollment partner in nursing, making it both a collaborator and indirect competitor for associate-degree-bound students.

Broad incumbents

• Washington State University (Pullman): The parent institution and main campus of the WSU system. Operates the same academic programs at larger scale with stronger residential college experience — directly competes with WSU Vancouver for the same WSU brand applicants.
• University of Oregon: Oregon's flagship public research university with broader program portfolio and stronger research brand. Competes for Oregon residents in the Portland metro area who might otherwise choose WSU Vancouver through PDX Tuition Advantage.
• University of Washington: Washington's flagship public research university with significantly larger research output and broader program offerings. Competes for top Washington students considering WSU Vancouver, and shares the WSU brand ecosystem through the state's higher-ed landscape.

Regional players

• University of Portland: Private Catholic university in Portland serving the same metro area with nursing and education programs. Competes for Portland-area students seeking smaller-campus private alternatives to public universities.
• Pacific University: Private Oregon university with health sciences and education programs serving the Portland metro area. Comparable to WSU Vancouver in scale and regional orientation, competing for similar transfer and graduate students.
• Lewis & Clark College: Portland-based liberal arts college with education graduate programs. Competes for graduate-level education students in the same regional market, particularly through its College of Education offerings.
• Concordia University Portland: Private Christian university in Portland offering education and nursing programs. Competes for similar regional students seeking faith-affiliated or smaller private alternatives to public institutions.

Direct peers

• Portland State University: Portland-based public research university serving the same Portland-Vancouver metro student market with comparable undergraduate and graduate programs. Direct competitor for the same regional applicant pool, especially Oregon residents.
• Oregon State University: Oregon's land-grant research university with comparable engineering, nursing, and education programs. Competes for the same Portland-area and Oregon resident student market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/WSUVancouver
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCN_e1R9hYfi4f7gPJT1VzJw
• Facebookfacebook.com/wsuvancouver
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/washington-state-university-vancouver/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true
• Instagraminstagram.com/wsuvancouver

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

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