A Non-Traditional Freshman is one who will be age 25 or older upon entering CWU. An applicant is qualified for Non-Traditional Freshman admission if they provide two of the following four requirements:
- High school transcript showing at least a 2.5 GPA or a passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test
- Satisfactory Compass, SAT or ACT scores*
- Essay demonstrating entry-level critical thinking and communication skills**
- Evidence of success outside the classroom and strong motivation to succeed in college
Students who have received college credit prior to high school graduation must have at least a 2.0 GPA in their college work.
*SAT or ACT scores may be used if the test is five years old or less.
**Essay questions for review by the Comprehensive Review Committee can be found in the Comprehensive Review Process section.
The CWU First Year Experience (FYE) Brochure outlines the FYE program and explains how Central helps its students transition into their university careers.