Question 1

Is Washington State University a good company to work for?

Accepted Answer

Washington State University has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 2,002 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months. 62% of employees would recommend working at Washington State University to a friend and 43% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Washington State University have been left by employees working as Technical Assistant, Clerical Assistant and Lab Technician.

Question 2

Does Washington State University pay their employees well?

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According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Washington State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Washington State University. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

Question 3

How satisfied are employees working at Washington State University?

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62% of Washington State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Washington State University 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Washington State University?

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Graduate Research Assistant (109), Research Assistant (102), Teaching Assistant (43), Graduate Teaching Assistant (40), Postdoctoral Research Associate (27), Assistant Professor (26), Graduate Student (24), Research Associate (22), Technical Assistant (20), Student Worker (16), Associate Professor (15), Instructor (15), Graduate Assistant (14), Clerical Assistant (12), Coordinator (12)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Washington State University according to real employee reviews?

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"They are known for generally strong research and there are some really great people there." ((in 121 reviews)); "The benefits are good." ((in 104 reviews)); "Flexible hours and they tried to find extra work for me when I needed it." ((in 79 reviews)); "Good work environment for college campus" ((in 40 reviews)); "The staff is friendly and willing to help and teach you along the way." ((in 39 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Washington State University according to real employee reviews?

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"The pay is low and the university operates more like a business and less like a place of learning and research." ((in 111 reviews)); "But still low salary and people expect you to work well over your 40 hours a week without compensation." ((in 44 reviews)); "Poor leadership that is unable to make informed, thoughtful decisions" ((in 24 reviews)); "Not always the best upper management" ((in 13 reviews)); "3 week training." ((in 9 reviews))

Question 7

What are employees saying about Washington State University layoffs in 2026?

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Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Washington State University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Washington State University in 2026.

Question 8

What are the top reviewed Washington State University locations?

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Pullman, Spokane, Vancouver, Seattle, Richland, Prosser, Everett, Tri Cities, Moses Lake, Olympia, Washington, Wenatchee, Bremerton, Puyallup, Huntsville, Moscow, Pullman, Swartz Creek, Lansing, Hagatna, Melissa, Plano, Pullman, Culver City, Orange, Berkeley, San Mateo, Denver, Port Orchard, Kennewick

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