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Ranks 594th overall and 12th in Washington

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Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas

Reported area around or near Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501

Surrounding communityDistant town (between 10 to 35 mi. away from an urban cluster)
Total Population24,800 (16,675 urban / 8,125 rural)
Households9,749 (2.32 people per house)
Families5,382 (2.93 people per family)
Pop. — African American309
Pop. — Asian866
Pop. — Pacific Islander70
Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native422
Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic)22,956
Pop. — Other729
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Carnegie Foundation Classification

Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)

UndergraduateProfessions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
GraduatePostbaccalaureate comprehensive
Undergraduate PopulationFull-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
EnrollmentVery high undergraduate
Size & SettingMedium four-year, primarily residential

General Characteristics

Highest offeringMaster's degree
Calendar SystemQuarter
Years of college work requiredN/A
Variable TuitionYes

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance LearningYes
ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force YesYes / No / Yes
Study AbroadYes
Weekend CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes

Student Tuition Costs and Fees

What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Central Washington University?

Ranks 1031st for total cost of attendance

  In District In State Out of State
FT Undergraduate Tuition $4,611 $4,611 $14,013
FT Undergraduate Required Fees $882 $882 $882
PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour $154 $154 $467
FT Graduate Tuition $6,627 $6,627 $14,817
FT Graduate Required Fees $882 $882 $882
PT Graduate per Credit Hour $221 $221 $494
Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus $17,304 $17,304 $26,706
Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family $6,417 $6,417 $15,819
Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family $6,417 $6,417 $15,819

Student Tuition Cost History and Trends

Three year history and trends on the cost of attending

  In District In State Out of State
Published Tuition & Fees $4,766 trend  $5,493 $4,766 trend  $5,493 $13,100 trend  $14,895
  Cost (regardless of residency)
Books & Supplies $894 trend  $924
On-Campus – Room & Board $5,962 trend  $7,842
On-Campus – Other Expenses $2,781 trend  $3,045
Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board N/A trend  N/A
Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses N/A trend  N/A
Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board N/A trend  N/A

Admission Details

Application Fee RequiredN/A
Undergraduate Application Fee$50
Graduate Application Fee$50
First Professional Application FeeN/A
Applicants 4,602 (2,205 male / 2,397 female)
Admitted 3,688 (1,702 male / 1,986 female)
Admission rate 80%
First-time Enrollment 1,473 (700 male / 773 female)
FT Enrollment 1,461 (693 male / 768 female)
PT Enrollment 12 (7 male / 5 female)
Total Enrollment10,688

Admission Criteria

What criteria does Central Washington University use for admissions?

Required = Required, Recommended = Recommended, Neither required nor recommended = Neither required nor recommended
Open AdmissionsNo
Secondary School GPA / Rank / RecordRequired / N/A / Recommended
College Prep. CompletionRequired
RecommendationsRecommended
Formal competency demoRecommended
Admission test scoresRequired
TOEFLRequired
Other testsN/A

Admission Credits Accepted

What types of credits does Central Washington University accept?

Dual CreditYes
Life ExperienceNo
Advanced Placement (AP)Yes

Athletics - Association Memberships

Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships NCAA
NCAA Football Conference North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
NCAA Basketball Conference Great Northwest Athletic Conference
NCAA Baseball Conference Great Northwest Athletic Conference
NCAA Track & Field Conference Great Northwest Athletic Conference

ACT Test Admission

Ranks 976th for 75pctl scores

Applicants submitting ACT results 25%
Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) 16 / 22
Math scores (25/75 %ile) 17 / 23
Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 18 / 23

SAT Test Admission

Ranks 894th for 75pctl scores

Applicants submitting SAT results 90%
Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) 430 / 550
Math scores (25/75 %ile) 440 / 550
Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 870 / 1100

Student Services

Remedial ServicesYes
Academic / Career CounselingYes
PT Cost-defraying EmploymentYes
Career PlacementYes
On-Campus Day CareYes
Library FacilityYes

Student Living

First-time Room / Board RequiredYes
Dorm Capacity3,150
Meals per WeekN/A
Room FeeN/A
Board FeeN/A

Student Financial Aid Details

How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?

Central Washington University Ranks 2776th for the average student loan amount.

  Average Users % of Attendees
Federal Grant Aid $2,825 195 pie   18%
State & Local Grant Aid $3,265 268 pie   24%
Institutional Grant Aid $2,400 361 pie   32%
Student Loan Aid $3,919 520 pie   47%
Any financial aid type   813 pie   73%

Student Enrollment Demographics

How many students are enrolled at Central Washington University?

  Men Women Total
Non Resident Alien
8397180
Black Non-Hispanic
153108261
Hispanic
327425752
Asian / Pacific Islander
354331685
American Indian / Alaskan Native
103136239
White Non-Hispanic
3,7464,2558,001
Race Unknown
280290570
Total 5,046 5,642 10,688

Student Graduation Demographics

How many students graduated at Central Washington University?

  Men Women Total
Non Resident Alien
437
Black Non-Hispanic
8715
Hispanic
223052
Asian / Pacific Islander
262652
American Indian / Alaskan Native
12719
White Non-Hispanic
418477895
Race Unknown
162339
Total 506 573 1,079

Most Popular Fields of Study

The top 5 fields of study completed at Central Washington University.

  Men Women Total
204 152 356
97 156 253
116 99 215
34 150 184
8 78 86

Student Completion / Graduation Demographics

How many students are successful graduates?

  Non Resident Alien Black Non-Hispanic Hispanic Asian / Pacific Islander American Indian / Alaskan Native White Non-Hispanic Race Unknown Total
Accounting 17 3 13 54 6 152 8 253
Acting 1 6 7
Actuarial Science 1 4 1 6
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 1 1 22 1 25
Anthropology 1 2 1 30 34
Anthropology, Other 1 1 3 5
Art Teacher Education 7 7
Art/Art Studies, General 1 1 2
Asian Studies/Civilization 1 1 1 3
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 11 11
Biology Teacher Education 1 3 4
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 2 1 4 6 68 4 85
Business Administration and Management, General 18 8 26 42 3 247 12 356
Business Teacher Education 3 3
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry 1 4 3 2 35 45
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics 1 1 1 3
Chemistry, General 2 1 4 12 19
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 1 21 1 23
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 1 1 13 15
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician 1 1 2
Computer and Information Sciences, General 1 1 21 4 27
Conducting 3 3
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 2 1 1 33 2 39
Counseling Psychology 2 2
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 1 1 2
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 1 13 19 16 4 154 8 215
Drama and Dance Teacher Education 1 11 12
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 3 3
Drawing 1 2 3
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 3 4 4 72 3 86
Economics, General 1 1 9 11
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 2 2
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 1 2 1 5 9
Elementary Education and Teaching 17 1 2 161 3 184
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 1 1 12 14
Engineering Technology, General 2 8 10
English Language and Literature, General 3 3 25 2 33
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 1 11 12
Experimental Psychology 3 3
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education 7 7
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 2 4 1 1 63 1 72
Fashion Merchandising 1 1 15 17
Fine/Studio Arts, General 1 1
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 1 2 3 2 30 2 40
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management 3 3
Foreign Language Teacher Education 1 1
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 3 3 1 7
French Language and Literature 1 1
Geography 1 1 1 21 24
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other 1 2 3
Geology/Earth Science, General 1 14 15
German Language and Literature 2 2
Gerontology 1 1 2
Graphic Design 1 1 2 14 1 19
Health Teacher Education 8 8
Health and Physical Education, General 1 9 1 11
History Teacher Education 1 20 21
History, General 4 26 30
Human Services, General 1 4 5
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 5 5
Industrial Safety Technology/Technician 1 1 16 2 20
Industrial Technology/Technician 10 1 11
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 1 1
Japanese Language and Literature 1 1 2
Journalism 1 17 1 19
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 1 1 2 1 47 52
Mathematics Teacher Education 2 1 16 19
Mathematics, General 1 10 11
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 1 1 1 1 17 1 22
Metal and Jewelry Arts 1 1
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 1 1 1 3 4 18 1 29
Music Management and Merchandising 1 1
Music Performance, General 1 1 5 1 8
Music Teacher Education 1 17 18
Music, General 1 1 6 1 9
Natural Resources Management and Policy 1 2 1 4
Natural Sciences 2 2
Office Management and Supervision 2 1 1 11 1 16
Painting 5 5
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 3 1 4 1 41 2 52
Philosophy 1 1 7 9
Photography 3 3
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 1 4 1 17 23
Physics, General 7 7
Political Science and Government, General 1 1 4 1 21 3 31
Psychology, General 1 3 1 1 46 3 55
Public Policy Analysis 2 2
Public Relations/Image Management 1 2 2 1 16 22
Reading Teacher Education 10 10
Religion/Religious Studies 1 3 4
Russian Language and Literature 1 1
Sales and Marketing Operations/Marketing and Distribution Teacher Education 1 1
School Psychology 8 8
Social Science Teacher Education 3 3
Social Sciences, General 1 2 4 1 33 4 45
Sociology 1 1 1 2 1 31 4 41
Spanish Language Teacher Education 1 1 2 4
Spanish Language and Literature 1 2 8 11
Special Education and Teaching, General 1 1 9 11
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 1 1 1 21 1 25
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 2 4 6
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology 4 4
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management 1 1
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education 1 1
Violin, Viola, Guitar and Other Stringed Instruments 1 2 3
Voice and Opera 5 1 6
Total 72 42 153 175 44 1,936 89 2,511

Faculty Compensation / Salaries

Central Washington University Ranks 1195th for the average full-time faculty salary.

Tenure system Yes
Average FT Salary $58,260 ($60,595 male / $54,410 female)
Number of FT Faculty 392 (244 male / 148 female)
Number of PT Faculty 198
FT Faculty Ratio 2 : 1
Total Benefits $6,013,561
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Central Washington University Summary

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After earning a transfer degree online or on campus from Edmonds Community College, students can continue their studies for a bachelor’s degree from Central Washington University-Lynnwood in Snoqualmie Hall, a shared facility on the Edmonds CC campus.

Central Washington University Academics

The university has disability services as well, so be sure to inquire about them if needed. Central Washington University is unique in its study options. Besides, when any student is looking for some counseling or other types of support, Adult (re-entering) student services, Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counseling, Campus Ministries/Chaplain, Career Counseling, Economically Disadvantaged Student Services, Employment Service, Financial Aid Counseling, Freshman Orientation Program, Health Services, On-Campus Daycare, Personal Counseling, Placement Service, Veterans Counselor and Women’s Services can help. In particular, the university has a Distance Learning, Double Major, Dual Enrollment of High School Students, ESL, Honors Program, Independent Study, Internships, ROTC, Air Force, ROTC, Army, Student-Designed Major, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification, Visiting/Exchange Student Program and Weekend College. There’s never a reason to feel alone in your studies either, since there are academic support services like Learning Center, Reduced Course Load, Remedial Instruction, Study Skills Assistance, Tutoring and Writing Center.

The following are the types of degrees and majors offered at Central Washington University.

Foreign Language and Literature:
Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Psychology:
Psychology – General
Biological and Biomedical Sciences:
Biology
English Language and Literature:
English
Physical Sciences:
Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Planetary Sciences
Social Sciences:
Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political Science/Government, Social Sciences – General, Sociology
Security and Protective Services:
Criminal Justice Studies
Computer Science:
Computer/Information Sciences – General
History:
History – General
Philosphy and Religion:
Philosophy, Religion/Religious Studies
Health and Clinical Sciences:
Occupational Health/Industrial Hygiene
Mathematics:
Mathematics – General
School of Visual and Performing Arts:
Art – General, Commercial/Advertising Art, Drama/Theater Arts, Fine/Studio Arts, Music – General, Music – General Performance, Music – Piano/Organ, Music – Voice/Opera, Music Management/Merchandising, Music Theory/Composition, Stringed Instruments
Multiple or Interdisciplinary:
Gerontology
Parks, Recreation, and Fitness:
recreation & fitness – general, Sport/Fitness Administration
Business, Management, & Marketing:
Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Construction Management, Fashion Merchandising, Office Management
Communications & Journalism:
Communications/Rhetoric, Journalism, Public Relations
Public Administration and Service:
Human Services, Public Policy Analysis
Education:
Art Teacher Education, Biology Teacher Education, Business Teacher Education, Chemistry Teacher Education, Drama/Dance Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, English Teacher Education, Family/Consumer Sciences – Education, Foreign Language Teacher Education, French Teacher Education, German Teacher Education, Health Teacher Education, History Teacher Education, Mathematics Education, Music Teacher Education, Physical Education, Science Teacher Education, Social Science Teacher Education, Spanish Language Teacher Education, Special Education, Technology/Industrial Arts Education, Trade/Industrial Education

Are you an international student? The Fall application deadline for international students is the 1st of April. The cost per credit hour (overall) was $416 Cost & Savings Calculator Financial Aid International students eligible for need-based aid last fall. Furthermore, for international students, the application fee is 35.

Central Washington University Admissions

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Admission policy is currently Percent applicants admitted: 76%. Remember that this can change at any time. Transfer students are not ignored, in contrast did not report the exact number of transfer students. This school did not report their application fee.

It is also very important to submit financial aid applications as quickly as possible, make sure to check with the university about the specific date for this year. For priority students, financial aid applications are due no later than the 1st of March. SAT and ACT score reports are due the 1st of April and Will you make it in time? Make sure to know when all the due dates and deadlines take place. the SAT subject section score due date was not reported. For all student applicants, the Fall application deadline is the 1st of April. The regular application is due the 1st of April.

Central Washington University Financial Aid

Financial aid for students is readily accessible at this school. Similarly, need based financial aid distribution is determined through Academics and State/District Residency. Financial aid distribution is at thirty-six percent scholarships per grants and sixty-four percent loans per jobs. Financial aid forms are FAFSA. If you are not a need based student, non-need distribution for financial aid is determined by Academics, Alumni Affiliation, Art, Athletics, Job Skills, Leadership, Minority Status, Music/Drama, ROTC, Religious Affiliation and State/District Residency.

Central Washington University Students

Central Washington University offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. The school’s size is approximately nine thousand, one hundred and forty-eight degree-seeking undergrads. In addition, it is part of an Rural setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Residential campus. Furthermore, the student body consists of ninety-seven percent in-state students, three percent out-of-state students, one percent american indian per alaskan native, three percent asian per pacific islander, one percent black per non-hispanic, eight percent hispanic, seventy-nine percent white per non-hispanic, less than one percent non-resident alien, seven percent race per ethnicity unreported, nine percent in top 10th of graduating class, thirty percent in top quarter of graduating class and sixty-seven percent in top half of graduating class. The university is a Public, University, Four-year, Coed, where 76 percent of the applicants were admitted, Regionally accredited and College Board member.

Besides, the university has many unique facilites such as Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute, Geodesy lab, PANGA Data Analysis Center, Education Technology Center, Museum of NW Native American and Circum-Pacific Artifacts. This school features the Rural setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Residential campus. Anyway, the school is located 105 miles from Seattle.

Central Washington University Athletics

The following sports can be found here:

  • Men’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Scholarship Baseball
  • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Basketball
  • Men’s NCAA Division II, Women’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Cross_country
  • Men’s NCAA Division II, Men’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Scholarship Football
  • Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Club and Women’s Club Golf
  • Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Racquetball
  • Women’s NCAA Division II, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural, Men’s Club and Women’s Scholarship Soccer
  • Women’s NCAA Division II, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural and Women’s Scholarship Softball
  • Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Scholarship and Women’s Scholarship Track_and_field
  • Men’s NCAA Division II and Women’s NCAA Division II Track_indoor
  • Men’s NCAA Division II and Women’s NCAA Division II Track_outdoor
  • Women’s NCAA Division II, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural, Women’s Intramural and Women’s Scholarship Volleyball
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about 1 year ago

i was looking thru my local newspaper and came across this article about one of your softball player and two other players helping that injured player around the bases. your university should be proud of those girls and your womens softball team. it makes me proud to see that there are still wonderful young adults in our great country.again that was wonderful gesture by that girl and your womens softball team. goodluck to the softball team and your school

about 1 year ago

I just read the most amazing story on MSN-Fox Sports website about your Women's Softball team. This should not have been in just the sports pages. I can only imagine how proud the University is and the parents should be of these young women and their incredible show of sportsmanship.