Student Exchange Agreements

Through state-level reciprocity and other student exchange agreements, some Washington students may be eligible to enroll at colleges and universities in other states and pay lower tuition rates. Out-of-state students may have similar opportunities to enroll at Washington colleges and universities.

The Higher Education Coordinating Board reports to the Legislature and Governor every two years on the status of these student exchange opportunities. Three of the largest exchange programs, sponsored by the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE), allow Washington residents to enroll in eligible programs in 14 western states at reduced tuition rates. In addition, Washington has a separate reciprocity agreement with Idaho.

Reports
2007 Report on Reciprocity Agreements and Other Student Exchange Options
2005 Report on Reciprocity Agreements and Other Student Exchange Options 
2003 Report on Reciprocity Agreements and Other Student Exchange Options
2001 Report on Reciprocity Agreements and Other Student Exchange Options
WICHE 2002-03 Overview 
WICHE 2001-02 Overview
Border County Pilot Project: Review & Recommendations (December 2001)

Links
WICHE Student Exchange Programs

State Laws and Rules
State Statute – RCW 28B.15.750

For more information, contact:

Jim West
Jimw@hecb.wa.gov
360-753-7890