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Loans</h2> <p>A Parent PLUS loan enables your parents or stepparents to borrow money that can be applied to your educational expenses. </p> <p>PLUS loans are loaned directly from the federal government to the borrower. This loan is <em>not</em> based on your family’s income or asset information provided on the FAFSA.</p> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>To be eligible for a Parent PLUS loan, you must:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Be enrolled at least half time</li> <li>Be a dependent, undergraduate student</li> <li>Have a completed FAFSA on file with room in your aid budget</li> </ul> <p>In addition, the parent who applies will have to pass a credit check. </p> <div class="wsu-container wsu-color-background--gray-5" > <div class="wsu-overlap wsu-overlap-spotlight wsu-overlap-spotlight--style-right-middle"> <div class="wsu-overlap__container"> <div class="wsu-overlap__column"> <div class="wsu-overlap__column-inner"> <div class="wsu-overlap-spotlight__image "> <div class="wsu-image-frame wsu-image--ratio-1-1"> <img decoding="async" src="https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom-1024x683.jpg" srcset="https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom-300x200.jpg 300w, https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom-768x512.jpg 768w, https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-financialaid/uploads/sites/2322/2024/08/WSUgradhuggingMom.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" alt="A WSU graduate hugs their parent after the commencement ceremony." style="object-position: 50% 50%" /> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-overlap__column wsu-overlap--surface-column"> <div class="wsu-overlap__column-inner"> <div class="wsu-overlap-spotlight__caption wsu-dropshadow--medium"> <h3 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked">Resources</h3> <p>Is the Parent PLUS Loan the right option for you? The following resources can help you make an informed decision:</p> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/plus/parent" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-action"> What are Parent PLUS loans? </a> </div> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/student-loans-and-borrowing/compare-federal-vs-private-loans/" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-action"> Federal vs. Private Loans </a> </div> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/interest-rates" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-action"> Current Interest Rates </a> </div> <h3 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked">Parent PLUS loan help</h3> <ul> <li>Federal Student Loan Support Center: <a href="tel:18005577394" data-type="tel" data-id="tel:18005577394"><strong>1-800-557-7394</strong></a></li> <li>myWSU Technical Support: <strong><a href="tel:5093354357" data-type="tel" data-id="tel:5093354357">(509) 335-4357</a></strong></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div style="height:50px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked" id="parent-plus-apply">Applying for a Parent PLUS Loan</h2> <p>WSU uses our own “in-house” loan application for processing Direct PLUS loans. Our PLUS application is only accessible to your parent once you have authorized third-party access within your myWSU account.</p> <section class="wsu-section wsu-overflow--hidden wsu-color-background--white" > <div class="wsu-container wsu-overflow--hidden wsu-color-background--white wsu-spacing-padding-left--xxmedium wsu-dropshadow--medium" > <div class="wsu-row wsu-color-background--gray-0 wsu-row--single" > <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <h3 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked">Step One: Student Grants Third-Party Access</h3> <p>Your financial aid is federally protected information. Without express permission from you, your parent will not be able to apply for a Parent PLUS loan to fund your education. </p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Granting access: </strong></h4> <p>From your myWSU account, select: <strong>Profile → Third-Party Access → Share My Information</strong>. You will then be prompted to provide your parent’s name and contact information.</p> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">Video Tutorial</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> <iframe loading="lazy" title="How to Set Up Third Party Access" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AKwRhtw6mek?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Granting third-party access to a family member or friend allows them to access FERPA-protected information on your student account.</figcaption></figure> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Reminders:</strong></h4> <ul> <li>If your parent already has a Friend ID (FID), you will need the email they used when setting up that account. If you are unsure whether your parent has an FID, select “no”.</li> <li>“Grant All Access” does not automatically select the Parent PLUS loan application. You must select this manually. </li> <li>Be sure your parent’s email is accurate and active. This address is where we will send important Parent PLUS loan information.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://my.wsu.edu/" class="wsu-button "> Log Into Your myWSU Student Account </a> </div> </div> </div> <h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-left wsu-heading--style-marked">Step Two: Parent Completes Loan Application</h3> <p>Your parent will need to log into myWSU with their Friend ID and password. The Parent PLUS Loan application can be found after selecting <strong>Third-Party Access → Access Student Shared Information → [your name]</strong>.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Additional Notes:</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Under “Loans Details”, the maximum amount of the offered loan will auto-populate. Your parent may reduce this number if they wish.</li> <li>Clicking on “If you would prefer to have excess Parent PLUS funds sent to you, the Parent Borrower” allows your parent to have any loan funds beyond your cost of attendance sent to them, rather than to you. <ul> <li>For direct deposit, select <strong>“Set up Parent Loan Direct Deposit”</strong> from the Third-Party Access tile in myWSU.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">Video Tutorial</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> <iframe loading="lazy" title="Parent Plus Loan Application Process" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8psbPIgW3No?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Parent PLUS Loan requires a credit check. <a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/parent-plus-loans/#parent-plus-faq"><strong>Visit our FAQ</strong></a> for credit denial options.</figcaption></figure> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://my.wsu.edu/" class="wsu-button "> Parent myWSU Account Login </a> </div> <div class="wsu-row wsu-color-background--gray-0 wsu-row--single" > <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <h3 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked">Step Three: Parent Completes Master Promissory Note</h3> <p>The <strong>same parent </strong>who applied for the Parent PLUS loan must sign the Master Promissory Note or the loan process cannot complete and funds cannot disburse. <strong>Your parent must:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Visit the Direct Loan website at <a href="https://studentaid.gov/"><strong>StudentAid.gov</strong></a>.</li> <li>Sign in with their FSA ID.</li> <li>Click on “Completed Loan Agreement (Master Promissory Note)” and select the “PLUS MPN for Parents” link.</li> <li>Complete their MPN by signing it with their FSA ID.</li> </ol> <p>Pending the successful completion and approval of the credit check and the loan process, the funds will deliver to your <strong>WSU student account</strong>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </section> <div style="height:50px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading wsu-heading--style-marked wsu-heading--mark-centered">Parent PLUS Loans FAQ</h2> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">Who can apply for a Parent PLUS loan?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>The Parent PLUS loan application is available to your:</p> <ul> <li>Biological parents</li> <li>Legal adoptive parents</li> <li>Stepparents</li> </ul> <p>Grandparents, legal guardians and other relatives are not eligible for the Parent PLUS loan application unless they have legally adopted you. </p> <p>The parent who applies for the Parent PLUS loan <strong>does not</strong> have to be the same parent listed on your FAFSA.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">How does my parent apply for a Parent PLUS loan?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>Application is a <strong><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/parent-plus-loans/#parent-plus-apply">three-step process</a></strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Grant parent borrower myWSU access</li> <li>Parent completes WSU loan application <ul> <li>PLUS loan applications open mid-summer each year</li> </ul> </li> <li>Parent completes Master Promissory Note</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">How long does a credit check take?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>The timeline for a credit decision may vary based on the time of year when your Parent PLUS Loan application is being completed, typically 3-5 business days. Your parent will receive an email notification from the U.S. Department of Education and our office as to whether the loan was approved or not. </p> <p>Credit decisions are valid for 180 calendar days (approximately 6 months).</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">What if my parent hasn’t received a credit decision?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>If after 5 business days your parent has not received a credit decision, there may be an issue with their application or credit:</p> <ul> <li>Credit Freeze</li> <li>Incorrect Parent Information (Social Security Number, birthday, etc.)</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">What if my parent has a credit freeze?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>Your parent must lift their credit freeze from all three credit bureaus for a period of at least one week before a credit check can be run. </p> <p>Your parent can lift applicable credit freezes by contacting each agency independently. Please contact Student Financial Services if removing a credit freeze <strong>after</strong> submitting a Parent PLUS application.</p> <div class="wsu-row wsu-row--thirds" > <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://www.transunion.com/credit-freeze" class="wsu-button "> TransUnion </a> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://www.equifax.com/personal/credit-report-services/credit-freeze/" class="wsu-button "> Equifax </a> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://www.experian.com/freeze/center.html" class="wsu-button "> Experian </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion parent-plus-faq"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">What if my parent’s credit is denied?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>In the event your parent’s credit is denied, you have several options. If your parents wish to continue pursuing the PLUS loan, they may:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Appeal the decision</strong> <ul> <li>Appeal directly to Federal Direct Loan (FDL) Program. They can be contacted at <strong>1-800-557-7394</strong> (Option 3).</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Find an endorser</strong> <ul> <li>Your parent may obtain a credit-worthy endorser (co-signer) who agrees to repay the loan if they are unable to. You, the student, <strong>may not </strong>be an endorser on your parent’s PLUS loan. </li> <li>The loan co-signer must complete an Endorser Addendum and submit it to the Federal Direct Loan program. For instructions, please contact Direct Loan Applicant Services at <strong>1-800-557-7394</strong> (Option 3). A parent with an endorser <strong>must</strong> complete the MPN each year.</li> <li>Adding an endorser requires an Award Identification Number. This can be found in the Department of Education’s original denial email for the Parent PLUS loan. This 21 digit number will look something like this: <strong>XXXXXXXXXP19G03800001</strong>. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <div class="wsu-cta wsu-text-align--center" > <a href="https://studentaid.gov/endorser-addendum/" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-action"> Add an endorser </a> </div> <section class="wsu-section wsu-border--add-top wsu-border--color-crimson" > <p>If your parent pursues an appeal or an endorser, you must contact our office <strong>and </strong>have your parent complete PLUS counseling at studentaid.gov.</p> <div class="wsu-row wsu-row--halves" > <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/contact-page/" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-outline"> Contact Us </a> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://studentaid.gov/app/counselingInstructions.action?counselingType=plus" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-outline"> Complete PLUS Counseling </a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <p>If your parents choose not to pursue the PLUS loan further, you may:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Increase your student unsubsidized loan amount </strong> <ul> <li>Your direct unsubsidized loan limit can be increased by $4,000 or $5,000 depending on your academic year. This may not total the same amount that was in the initial Parent PLUS loan offer.</li> <li>You may only apply for this option <strong>after </strong>your parent has been officially denied for the Parent PLUS loan.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Take out a private student loan</strong></li> <li><strong>Pay out of pocket</strong></li> </ul> <div class="wsu-row wsu-row--halves" > <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/private-education-loans/" class="wsu-button "> Private Student Loans </a> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-column" style=""> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://forms.financialaid.wsu.edu/onlineforms/optional/pld/" class="wsu-button "> Increased unsubsidized loan request </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">If denied, can the credit check be re-run for a lower loan amount?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>The loan amount has no bearing on the credit check results. A credit check determination is valid for 180 days and cannot be re-run until that period has ended.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">What is the interest on a Parent PLUS loan?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>The interest rate on a Parent PLUS loan is determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education. Each loan will have a <strong>fixed interest rate</strong> for the life of the loan.</p> <div class="wsu-cta " > <a href="https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/interest-rates" class="wsu-button wsu-button--style-action"> View current interest rates </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-accordion"> <h3 id="unique-id-1__title" class="wsu-accordion__title"> <button class="wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="unique-id-1__content">How much money can my parent borrow?</button> </h3> <div id="unique-id-1__content" class="wsu-accordion__content" aria-labelledby="unique-id-1__title"> <div class="wsu-accordion__content-inner"> <p>Parent PLUS loan amounts will vary widely. You parent can borrow as much as they like as long as they are not exceeding your total cost of attendance.</p> <p>If you are eligible for a Parent PLUS loan, it will show up on your financial aid offer as the following amount:</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>(Annual cost of attendance) – (Other aid awarded) = Parent PLUS loan max amount</strong></h4> </div> </div> </div> <div class="wsu-cta wsu-text-align--center" > <a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/financial-aid-frequently-asked-questions/" class="wsu-button "> Full Financial Aid FAQ </a> </div> </div> <footer class="wsu-article__footer"> </footer> </article> <div class=" wsu-widget-area wsu-widget-area--after-content-page"> </div> </main> </div> <div class=" wsu-widget-area wsu-widget-area--before-footer"> </div> <footer class="wsu-footer-site"> <div class="wsu-footer-site__content"> <ul id="menu-footer-menu" class="wsu-menu-deep-links"><li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/rights-responsibilities/">Rights & Responsibilities</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/mission-vision/">Mission & Vision</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/sap-handbook/">SAP Handbook</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/financial-aid-frequently-asked-questions/">Financial Aid Frequently Asked Questions</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/student-employment/">Employment Opportunities</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/glossary-of-financial-aid-terms/">Glossary of Financial Aid Terms</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/census/">Census Dates & Policies</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/consumer-information-policies/">Consumer Information & Policies</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/estimate-your-college-costs/">Net Price Calculator</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/contact-page/">Contact Page</a></li> <li><a href="https://financialaid.wsu.edu/scholarship-terms-conditions/">Scholarship Terms & Conditions</a></li> </ul> <ul class="wsu-social-icons"> </ul> <div class="wsu-meta-address"> </div> <svg aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" role="img" aria-labelledby="wsuLogoTitle" class="wsu-coug-head wsu-coug-head--white" enable-background="new 0 0 70.2 69.6" version="1.1" viewBox="0 0 70.2 69.6" xml:space="preserve" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <title id="wsuLogoTitle">Washington State University</title> <path class="st0" d="m42.8 69.6s3.6-1.5 5.5-7.4c1 2.3 1.5 4.8 1.3 7.3-2.3 0.1-4.5 0.2-6.8 0.1zm14.9-11.8c-10.4 1.4-12.2-20.3-12.2-20.3s3.5 11.1 10.9 10.7c7.7-0.4 5.5-12.2 5.5-12.2s7.5 20.2-4.2 21.8zm-47.7-5c-3.3 1-6.6 1.8-10 2.4 0 0 5.9-4.5 10.3-18.3l4.3 3.9-0.8 2.6c1.1 1.5 1.9 3.1 2.5 4.9 1.6-3.6 1.5-7.7-0.3-11.2l-0.5 1.6-1.7-1.5-2.8-2.7c1.2-3.6 3-7 5.3-10.1l0.4 0.4 3.3 3.8-1 1.7c1.5 1.7 2.9 3.4 4.2 5.3 0.6-3.4 0.4-6.8-0.4-10.1l-1.5 1.4-3.6-4.2c4.5-4.7 10-8.2 16.2-10.3-0.4 0.4-0.7 0.8-1 1.3-2 2.9-4.1 8.1-2.4 16.4 0.3 1.3 0.7 3.2 1.1 5.1 0.9 3.8 1.9 8.2 2.2 10.9 0.7 5.7 0.1 9.4-1.8 11.4-1.3 1.4-3.5 2-6.4 1.9v-1.4c0-2.4-0.3-4.8-0.8-7.2l-0.8-2.7-1.2 2.6c-1.9 4.1-8.6 14.1-17.2 16.1 2.6-4.2 4.1-9 4.4-14zm25.4 16.4h-0.5-0.1-0.3c-0.5 0-0.8-0.1-1.2-0.1-0.7-0.1-1.6-0.2-2.6-0.4-6.4-1.1-12.9-1.7-19.4-2 6.2-3.6 10.4-9.9 12-12.5 0.2 1.3 0.3 2.5 0.3 3.8 0 0.8 0 1.6-0.1 2.2l-0.1 1.1 1.1 0.1c0.7 0.1 1.3 0.1 1.9 0.1 3.3 0 5.7-0.8 7.3-2.5 2.4-2.5 3.1-6.7 2.3-13.1-0.4-2.9-1.4-7.4-2.3-11.1-0.5-2-0.9-3.8-1.1-5-1.5-7.6 0.3-12.3 2.1-14.8 1.3-1.9 3.2-3.4 5.5-4.2h0.1l3.3-10.8h1.1l-2.3 10.3c0.7-0.1 1.2-0.2 1.7-0.3l3-9.5h1.1l-2 9.2c2.9-0.4 6.1-0.7 10.3-1 0.8 0.4 1.4 1.1 1.8 1.9l9.8-3 0.4 1.1-9.5 3.7c0.1 0.2 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.6l10.3-1.3 0.2 1.1-10 2c0 0.2 0.1 0.4 0.1 0.6l10.4 0.3v1.1l-10.2 0.4c0 1.2-0.2 2.4-0.5 3.6 0.6 2.1 0.7 4.3 0.3 6.5-1.7-3.9-3-5.1-3-5.1-1.4-0.7-2.9-1-4.5-1-2.5 0-4.8 1.1-6.4 2.9-2.3 2.6-3.5 6-3.3 9.5 0.2 2.4 0.7 5.1 1.4 8.6 0.7 3.6 1.6 8.1 2.3 13.5 0.6 4.1-0.1 7.3-1.8 9.7-1.6 2.1-4 3.4-6.5 3.8h-0.1-0.2-0.1-2.2zm10.4-51.5c-2.1-0.1-4.2 0.4-6 1.3-1.5 1-2.5 2.7-2.6 4.5-0.1 0.6-0.1 1.2 0 1.8 0.8-1.5 2-2.8 3.3-3.9 2.4-1.5 5.1-2.3 7.9-2.4h0.9 0.3c0.4 0 0.7-0.1 0.8-0.2 0-0.1-0.1-0.3-0.4-0.4-1.3-0.5-2.7-0.8-4.2-0.7z"></path> </svg> </div> </footer> </div> <footer class="wsu-footer-global"> <div class="wsu-footer-global__copyright"> © Washington State University 2025 </div> <nav class="wsu-footer-global__navigation"> <ul class="wsu-menu-tertiary"> <li> <a href="https://access.wsu.edu/">Access</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://policies.wsu.edu/">Policies</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://portal.wsu.edu/">MyWSU</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://socialmedia.wsu.edu/">Follow WSU</a> </li> </ul> </nav> </footer> </div>  <script src='https://cdn.web.wsu.edu/designsystem/2.x/dist/bundles/wsu-design-system.js?ver=1.9.1-1.30.0' id='wsu_design_system_js-js'></script> </body> </html>