I had been given a car am i able to transfer title and regestration with an out of state drivers license

If you are a Washington resident you will be required to have a Washington driver's license. Unless you are a military member.

I was able to pay to transfer a title with an out of state license, but I was told I couldn't get the vehicle registered until I had a WA license.

I'm sorry I do not know the answer. You can give them a call