CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

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Central Washington University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Ellensburg, WA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

400 East 8th Avenue
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501
Main Phone: (509) 963-1111
Web Site: www.cwu.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 8,413 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.2% of students attend full-time, while 0.8% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 625 male students and 728 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 46.2% of the student body, while females made up 53.8%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (2)%, Hispanic (5)%, Asian (5)%, and Native American (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 85.4% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 440. One quarter of students scored at least 550.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 440 or higher. One fourth of students scored 550 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Area Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering Technology And Technicians

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Home Economics

Interdisciplinary Studies

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Sales And Marketing

Apparel Marketing

Transportation Vehicle And Equipment Operator

Air Transport

School Accreditation

Central Washington University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Central Washington University is accredited regionally by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges (NWASC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Central Washington University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

(for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 13,202
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 7,792
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 21,191

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school record is recommended.
Recommendations are recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.

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