Institution Overview

Central Washington University, established in 1891, is a comprehensive, public university offering more than 150 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Programs range from computer science, business, engineering technology, biology, psychology, public health, music, journalism and many more.

CWU is an affordable, safe, and quality institution with multiple campus locations throughout Washington State, with our main campus in the small, friendly town of Ellensburg. We are located at the base of the Cascade Mountains and only 90 km from the city of Seattle.

Students engage in research with faculty, participate in internships, make a difference in their community, and go on to work with prestigious companies worldwide, including Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks, Google, Boeing and more.

CWU is of great value with scholarships available specifically for international students, both undergraduate and graduate students, in award amounts up to 50% reduction in tuition.

Key selling points

Scholarships available

Affordable tuition

Small classes with a student-faculty ratio of 20:1

More than 150 student clubs, organizations, and intramural sports teams

About 10,500 students with approximately 400 international students from 56 countries

Short name

CWU

Institution type

University

University Ownership

Public