School Information

31.9
Total Cost $19,070
Total Enrollment 11,357
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 21 : 1

Central Washington University

http://www.cwu.edu
400 East University Way, Ellensburg, Washington 98926-7501
(509) 963-1111

Central Washington University's mission is to prepare students for responsible citizenship, responsible stewardship of the earth, and enlightened and productive lives. Faculty, staff, students, and alumni serve as an intellectual resource to assist central Washington, the state, and the region in solving human and environmental problems. Qualified faculty and staff create a community that encourages and supports the emotional, personal, and professional growth of students from a variety of backgrounds. The university works with community colleges to establish centers throughout the state and employs technology to extend the reach of its educational programs. The university community values teaching as the ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 5%
 
School Costs

At Central Washington University, 72.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 55.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,963), and 56% receive loans ($9,002 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,460.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Central Washington University is $11,788 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Central Washington University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,422
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $16,685
Tuition Graduate in State $7,353
Tuition Graduate Out of State $16,383
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $19,070
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $29,333
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,013 people applied to Central Washington University. Of the applicants, 79.0% were admitted (75.0% male & 82.0% female ) and 40.0% accepted (44.0% male and 36.0% female)

Of the 10,765 undergraduate students at Central Washington University, 13.0% are part-time. A majority (80.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 43.0% of the 592 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     95.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     78.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     47.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     28.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     55.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     56.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline March 1
Admissions Office Phone 509-963-1211
Admissions Office Email admissions@cwu.edu
Admissions Office Address Mitchell Hall, 1st Floor 400 E. University Way Ellensburg, WA 98926-7463
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.cwu.edu/~admissions/index.php/transfer
Admissions Website http://www.cwu.edu/~admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.applyweb.com/apply/cwu/index.html
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Central Washington University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 540
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 550
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
ACT English (25th Percentile) 17
ACT English (75th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 23
 
Central Washington University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 5
Asian Studies/Civilization 5
Biological and biomedical sciences 72 1
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 72 1
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 628 21
Accounting 283 21
Actuarial Science 3
Business Administration and Management, General 286
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry 31
Fashion Merchandising 12
Office Management and Supervision 13
Communication, journalism, and related programs 84
Broadcast Journalism 8
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 22
Journalism 12
Public Relations/Image Management 42
Computer and information sciences and support services 17
Computer and Information Sciences, General 17
Education 1 413 64
Art Teacher Education 12
Biology Teacher Education 2
Chemistry Teacher Education 1
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 1 3
Drama and Dance Teacher Education 2 7
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 54
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 10
Elementary Education and Teaching 242
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 12
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education 7 3
Health Teacher Education 7
History Teacher Education 12
Mathematics Teacher Education 14 9
Music Teacher Education 10 2
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 21
Social Science Teacher Education 4
Spanish Language Teacher Education 4
Special Education and Teaching, General 9
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 28
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 2
Engineering technologies/technicians 98 5
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 45
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician 7
Engineering Technology, General 5
Industrial Safety Technology/Technician 26
Industrial Technology/Technician 6
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 14
English language and literature/letters 31 9
English Language and Literature, General 31 9
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 46 1
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 39 1
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management 7
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 31
Chinese Language and Literature 4
French Language and Literature 3
German Language and Literature 1
Japanese Language and Literature 4
Russian Language and Literature 5
Spanish Language and Literature 14
Health professions and related clinical sciences 65
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) 29
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 13
Public Health Education and Promotion 4
Public Health, Other 19
History 30 7
History, General 30 7
Legal professions and studies 42
Legal Studies, General 42
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 2
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 2
Mathematics and statistics 7
Mathematics, General 7
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 33 3
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 30 2
Natural Sciences 2
Nutrition Sciences 1 1
Natural resources and conservation 1 10
Environmental Science 1
Natural Resources Management and Policy 10
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 109 14
Health and Physical Education, General 2 9
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 61 5
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 44
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 2
Philosophy and religious studies 15
Philosophy 14
Religion/Religious Studies 1
Physical sciences 35 7
Chemistry, General 14 3
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other 5
Geology/Earth Science, General 10 4
Physics, General 6
Psychology 69 21
Counseling Psychology 7
Experimental Psychology 3
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 1
Psychology, General 69
School Psychology 10
Public administration and social service professions 13
Human Services, General 10
Public Policy Analysis 3
Security and protective services 144
Corrections 10
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 134
Social sciences 257
Anthropology 42
Anthropology, Other 5
Economics, General 20
Geography 40
Political Science and Government, General 34
Social Sciences, General 77
Sociology 39
Transportation and materials moving 71
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 22
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 49
Visual and performing arts 99 12
Acting 4
Art/Art Studies, General 9
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics 2
Cinematography and Film/Video Production 7
Conducting 3
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 6
Drawing 4
Fine/Studio Arts, General 9 2
Graphic Design 22
Jazz/Jazz Studies 1
Metal and Jewelry Arts 2
Music Management and Merchandising 1
Music Pedagogy 2
Music Performance, General 4 3
Music Theory and Composition 0 1
Music, General 10
Painting 4 1
Photography 1
Sculpture 1
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology 3
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management 3
Violin, Viola, Guitar and Other Stringed Instruments 4
Voice and Opera 2
 
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