Central Washington University (CWU) is a four-year, public school located in Ellensburg, WA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The CWU's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,192 for Washington residents and $26,771 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 69% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,562.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 9,257 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
CWU's acceptance rate is 90.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.01%.
CWU ranked 17th in Washington Colleges rankings. Central Washington University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Central Washington University is $9,192 for in-state students and $26,771 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $12,892 for in-state students and $27,263 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,553 for Washington residents and $27,661 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,371 for Washington residents and $28,165 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,192 | $26,771 |
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| Graduate | $12,892 | $27,263 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,553 | $27,661 |
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| Graduate | $13,371 | $28,165 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.
Special Learning Opportunities at CWU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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