Graduate programming at Central Washington University is focused on providing the depth of specialization that characterizes graduate studies. CWU’s master’s degree programs emphasize the development of analytic and communication skills. Admission is selective, class size is small, and instruction is personalized.

Classes at CWU are taught on the quarter system. Applicants who are offered admission are expected to enroll in the quarter for which they are offered admission. The academic year begins in late September and ends each year in early June. All master’s candidates must earn at least 45 approved credit hours to complete their degree, although a few programs require more than 45 credit hours. All programs require a thesis, research or creative project, and/or comprehensive examination as part of the degree requirements.

E-mail or telephone are the best means to contact CWU staff and faculty regarding your future graduate program.

Specific information on admissions requirements, course offerings, and graduate faculty are available in the current CWU on-line catalog. To find information on a specific program:

1. Go to http://www.cwu.edu/~catalogs/
2. Click on the image of the current CWU catalog
3. Select the current Graduate Catalog from the drop-down menu in the upper-right corner. Click "Go".
4. Click "Graduate Programs" in the left column and follow the menu items to your program