Western Washington University International Study Center offer specialized programs designed for preparing international students for university life and education. It offers two preparation programs, leading to degree-study at Western, namely International Year which progresses to undergraduate study and Pre-Master's Program which progresses to a Master of Business Administration. The International Study Center is located in College Hall, at the heart of Western's campus. Its students are part of the active student life at Western from first day, with access to all events and facilities.

Western Washington University is a premier university in the Pacific Northwest, where students can take a leading role in research to change the world and build a brighter future. It has over 200 student-led clubs, including sports, music, art, language and social services and also more than 30 intramural sports on campus, a debate team, comedy troupe, and many more academic and professional societies. The Associated Students is a student-led organization at Western, which provides services, facilities and programs to the entire Western community, with a focus on giving students exciting experiences and networking opportunities. The university's outdoor center provides exciting excursions that include yoga, hiking, biking and kayaking, and weekend long excursions for whitewater rafting or mountaineering.