Tuition and Financial Resources
Estimating your tuition and expenses
For financial planning, students can find an estimated annual cost of attendance (search for DVM) for resident and nonresident students. Attendance costs may change annually. Information is provided for planning purposes only.
Montana State and Utah State tuition is comparable to WSU’s tuition. WICHE students may be eligible for financial support from their home state.
Nonresidents who come to WSU all four years may be eligible to change their residency after their first year. Nonresidents who start at Utah State University will not be able to change their residency after they are accepted to the program. International nonresident students can find more information on the WSU International Student Residency page.
Estimated four-year cost of attendance
Cost of attendance for residents and WICHE funded students
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $27,332 | $27,332 | $27,332 | $38,934 |
| Mandatory fees | $1,138 | $1,138 | $1,138 | $1,138 |
| Program fees | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Books | $1,232 | $1,232 | $1,232 | $1,232 |
| Room and board | $12,598 | $12,598 | $12,598 | $17,050 |
| Transportation | $1,434 | $1,434 | $1,434 | $1,974 |
| Misc. living expenses | $2,252 | $2,252 | $2,252 | $3,044 |
| Total | $46,986 | $46,986 | $46,986 | $64,372 |
Fourth-year veterinary students pay an additional tuition fee calculated as a percentage of the base tuition; the amount will be the same for all students regardless of residency status.
Estimated year 1 cost for students who spend their first year at Montana State University is $40,703.
Estimated years 1 & 2 cost for students who spend their first two years at Utah State University is $41,081 per year.
Cost of attendance for nonresidents who establish Washington residency*
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $62,936 | $27,332 | $27,332 | $38,934 |
| Mandatory fees | $1,138 | $1,138 | $1,138 | $1,138 |
| Program fees | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Books | $1,232 | $1,232 | $1,232 | $1,232 |
| Room and board | $12,598 | $12,598 | $12,598 | $17,050 |
| Transportation | $1,434 | $1,434 | $1,434 | $1,974 |
| Misc. living expenses | $2,252 | $2,252 | $2,252 | $3,044 |
| Total | $82,590 | $46,986 | $46,986 | $64,372 |
*Cost of attendance per year after establishing Washington residency for years 2-4. International students may not be eligible for Washington residency. Residency conversion is an option for non-resident students for years 2-4 pending they are able to show proof of financial independence and fulfill all of the residency requirements as outlined by the WSU residency office.
We admit 35 nonresidents to our professional veterinary medical education program. 25 nonresidents spend all four years at Washington State University and 10 begin at Utah State University.
Estimated cost for nonresidents who spend their first two years at Utah State University is $64,935 (years 1 & 2), $70,840 (year 3), and $88,226 (year 4). Annual fees include a $11,750 tuition waiver from Utah State University.
Estimated cost for nonresidents who attend all four years at Washington State University and are not eligible to establish residency is $82,590 (years 1 -3), and $99,976 (year 4).
AAVMC cost comparison tool
American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges developed a cost comparison tool to help prospective students further develop a financial plan for veterinary school. The tool has several key pieces of financial data that should be considered when applying to veterinary school.
Financial resources
If you’re a current DVM student, log in to the college’s internal web to see additional available financial resources.
Financial aid
Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for all types of financial aid. Washington residents, residents of WICHE states, and nonresidents should request that reports be sent to WSU. Utah residents should request that reports be sent to Utah State University and WSU. Montana residents should request that reports be sent to Montana State University and WSU.
For more information about available financial resources or for assistance, visit Student Financial Services.
Scholarships
College scholarships are available to incoming first-year students and second-, third-, and fourth-year students. In the 2022-2023 academic year over $1,000,000 was awarded to currently enrolled DVM students. WSU has some additional funds designated for incoming students based on academic achievement and need. An application for scholarships and awards is provided through the Office of Student Services, College of Veterinary Medicine, in June/July for incoming students and in January for currently enrolled students.
Students may also apply for external scholarships. See External Veterinary Student Scholarship Opportunities.