Your future is Central
Selecting the right institution for a graduate career requires research and careful thought. We are excited that you are considering Central for your graduate school experience.
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Graduate faculty, prgorams, and graduate student resources
Most graduate students choose to attend a university because of a particular professor, program, or department. The graduate faculty at Central have strong records of research and other creative activity, service, and teaching and are excellent mentors to creative and inquisitve students in a variety of disciplines.
See our list of graduate program offerings to find the program and faculty advisor that are right for you.
In addition to finding the right professor and program, prospective graduate students look for a school with the resources for successful graduate study. CWU offers an array of research facilities and student resources that you will find nowhere else.
Paying for graduate school
While a graduate education is an investment in your future, many students do carefully consider tuition, fees, books, the other costs of a graduate program when they are researching schools. CWU offers low tuition rates, generous assistantships, and several scholarship, grant, and fellowship opportunities to help you better afford graduate school.
Read more about paying for your graduate education at CWU.
Out-of-state applicants
As a state-supported regional university, CWU has different tuition requirements for in-state or out of state students. However, CWU has entered into agreements with several organizations that permit us to offer in-state tuition rates to incoming graduate students from out-of-state. Addtionally, the Grad Office can provide guidance on establishing residency in Washington state, to help make your graduate education more affordable.
Read how CWU can help out-state-students save on their graduate education.
International applicants
CWU is fortunate to host many international students who have come to Ellensburg to to pursue their graduate education. Prospective international students should carefully read the international graduate student application instructions, as the process is different than the standard application process.
Ellensburg and the central Washington region
CWU's main campus is in Ellensburg, at the heart of Washington State, nestled in the Kittitas Valley. Ellensburg offers the quality of life, safety, and friendliness of small-town life, but with the diversity of vibrant arts and cultural activities characteristic of university towns. Ellensburg is an excellent setting for those who enjoy the out of doors.
Read more about what the Central Washington region has to offer you as a graduate student at CWU.
Other graduate students can complete some or all of their program requirements from CWU's centers in Des Moines, Lynnwood, Moses Lake, Pierce County, Wenatchee, and Yakima.
Housing
CWU's Office of Housing and New Student Programs has extensive information on CWU-owned apartments and other student amenities.
