Central Washington University
Central Washington University (CWU) is a four-years, public school located in Ellensburg, WA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The CWU's 2022 tuition & fees is $8,685 for Washington residents and $25,213 for out-of-state students. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,332.
The school has a total enrollment of 11,174 and the student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $50,100 and it varies by field of study.
CWU ranked 14th in Washington Colleges rankings. Central Washington University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Directory Information
| Address | 400 East University Way, Ellensburg, WA 98926 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 509-963-1111 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Central Washington University are $8,685 for in-state students and $25,213 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $12,127 for in-state students and $25,681 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,933 for Washington residents and $25,926 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,473 for Washington residents and $26,406 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,685 | $25,213 |
| Graduate | $12,127 | $25,681 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,933 | $25,926 |
| Graduate | $12,473 | $26,406 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Central Washington University is 88% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 14%. The average graduation rate is 58%. Total 11,174 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $50,100. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Construction Management program shows the highest salary with $67,100 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 88% Acceptance Rate / 14% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 58% |
| Retention Rate | 70%(full-time), 46% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.00% (20 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 11,174 (10,518 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $8,332 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $50,100 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,600 - $67,100 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Central Washington University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
CWU provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of CWU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 3,711. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $7,283.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 3,711 |
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