Get Your Cougar License Plate Today:
It's easy, affordable, and a great way to show your Cougar Pride and provide support to WSU's scholarship fund.

Having a Cougar license plate is one way alumni and friends of WSU can support the University's scholarship program.  Currently, there are 12,604 (numbers last updated on December 1, 2007) Cougar plates in use in the state of Washington, which is more than all other university license plates combined.  Considering there are more than 90,000 Cougars living in the state, the opportunity to dramatically increase the number of WSU plates on the road is tremendous.  If you are a Washington resident but do not yet have a Cougar license plate, log onto the link below and download an application. You can fax or mail in the completed application or simply take the application to a vehicle licensing office near you.  The Cougar license plate program has generated approximately $330,000 to fund scholarships at Washington State University during the last year. 
 

Already have a Cougar plate?  Renew your license plate online.  It's fast and easy:  click here. 

Purchasing Cougar license plates is considered a gift to WSU.  To receive annual gift credit from the University, simply fax a clear photocopy of your vehicle registration to 509-335-8419, or mail it to the WSU Foundation, PO Box 641925, Pullman, WA 99164-1925.  Of the $30* annual special license plate fee, $28 is a tax-deductible gift to support scholarships at WSU.  *$40 first-year fee; $30 subsequent fee in addition to your regular registration renewal fees.

Personalized Specialty Plates are now available.
Find out how to order your personalized Cougar plate here.

FAQ's

Do I have to be an alumnus/ae of WSU to purchase a Cougar plate?
In addition to alumni and friends, we welcome all parents, students, faculty and staff, former students, and fans.  If you like to support scholarships and show your Cougar Pride, then owning a Cougar plate is the right decision.

Do I have to wait until my tab renewal to purchase a Cougar plate?
No!  You can purchase a Cougar plate at any point during the year.  Like right now!  Click on the link above to download an application or visit your local Vehicle Licensing office.

How long does it take to purchase Cougar plates?
When you first decide you want to show your Cougar pride with a WSU license plate, all you need to do is complete the application and mail, fax, or take it into a vehicle licensing office.  It's that easy.  Once you have a Cougar plate you simply follow the standard renewal process.

How much do the plates cost?
The original cost to purchase a Cougar plate is $41 plus any applicable state, county, or city licensing fees.  Annual renewal is $30 in addition to any applicable fees.

How much of the special plate registration fee is directed to Washington State University?
$28 of your $30 special plate fee goes directly to the WSU License Plate Scholarship fund to provide scholarships for deserving students at Washington State University.  Last year, approximately $330,000 was generated through the program.

When will I receive my Cougar plates?
The plates are mailed to the registered owner within two business days of purchase.

What will my new plate number be?
Your new registration will show your new license plate number, which is assigned by the Department of Licensing computer system.  Plates are assigned in numerical order when a transaction is finalized.

Can I keep my plate when I sell my car?
Yes!  These plates may be transferred to your new car or similar.  The state simply requires that the registered owner of the new car and plates remains the same.

Can I keep the number on my old plate when I buy Cougar plates?
Unfortunately, you cannot keep your old license plate number.  Due to their popularity, Cougar plates have a new number series that includes the world-renowned Cougar logo.

Is it appropriate to honk when you see other Cougar plates on the road?                                                                                                         Yes, but only to the tune of the WSU Fight Song!