Directions and Accomodations

Directions

• From Interstate-5, take exit 252: Samish Way/WWU
• Follow WWU direction signs to Bill McDonald Parkway (left off Samish Way) and left over Interstate-5
• Complimentary parking with required parking permit will be available in the C gravel lots on south campus
• Pay parking will be available in the 3R lot on north campus

Parking

Complimentary parking will be available in the C gravel lots on south campus.  To avoid ticketing, you MUST properly display your permit on the dashboard of your car. 

For convenience, Overnight Program participants may prefer to purchase a two-day permit for $20 to park in the 3R lot located adjacent to the Higginson residence halls on north campus. To purchase your permit in advance by credit card, please contact Parking Services at 360.650.2945 (press 0 for immediate assistance). Permits purchased by noon on Wednesday, July 15 will be available for you at overnight program check-in. You also can purchase a permit at the Parking Services office, located in the Campus Services building on south campus, by 4:30 p.m. the day of your overnight program.

For more information about parking and transportation, visit www.ps.wwu.edu/parking/index.aspx.

Local Accommodations

While we encourage you to stay overnight on campus by participating in our Overnight Program, you may prefer accommodations in the greater Bellingham area.  For a list of local accommodations, visit www.nssfo.wwu.edu/bellingham.shtml.

Disability Accommodations

If you or someone in your party requires special accommodations, please contact New Student Services/Family Outreach at 360.650.3846 prior to your arrival. For more information about disAbility Resources at Western, visit www.wwu.edu/depts/drs. 

Items to Bring

• Your confirmation card
• Valid photo ID and your Social Security number
• #2 pencil and $25 (cash or check only) for the Math Placement Test
• Your Universal Account username and password
• Your Transfer Equivalency Report and a copy of any college transcripts
• Your parking permit required for the C lots
• Comfortable clothing and shoes
• A raincoat or umbrella
• A notepad and pen