Transfer Guide

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admissions informationCWU Academic Calendar ............................................ 2Who is a Transfer Student? ......................................... 3When and How to Apply to CWU .............................. 3Admission Criteria ....................................................... 3

transferring CreditsDual Admissions Program ........................................... 4International Students Application Requirements ... 4Prior College Credit ..................................................... 4Credit Evaluations ....................................................... 5Technical or Vocational College Credit ...................... 5Other Forms of Credit ................................................. 5 • Non-U.S. College/University Credit ................... 5 • Military Service Credit ....................................... 5Running Start .............................................................. 5Frequently Asked Questions ....................................... 6

aCademiC PlanningStudy Abroad - Go to CWU in Another Country ....... 7CWU Sports .................................................................. 7Ellensburg Campus - Degree Programs ...................8-9Online Programs .......................................................... 9CWU University Centers - Degree Programs .......10-11

finanCing yoUr degreeEstimated Costs ......................................................... 12Financial Aid .............................................................. 12Scholarships ............................................................... 12Student Employment ................................................ 12Veteran Benefits ........................................................ 12Helping to Make CWU Affordable ........................... 12Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) .............. 12How to Pay for It? ..................................................... 13Washington Residency .............................................. 13House Bill 1079 (HB1079) .......................................... 13

additional informationCampus Map and Driving Directions ....................... 14 Visit CWU: Daily Campus Tours ................................ 15

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Who Is A Transfer Student?You are a transfer student if you have earned any number of credits from another college or university after graduation from high school. Running Start students please see page 5.

When To ApplyPriority deadlines to submit applications and transcripts:Fall quarter: March 1Winter quarter: November 1Spring quarter: February 1Summer quarter: June 1

How To ApplyIT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:• Completed application (online application is preferred)• Official college transcripts from all colleges attended.

If you attended a Washington State community college, please request that your transcript be sent electronically to CWU.

• Official high school transcripts (if applicable)• Official test scores (if applicable)• $50 application fee (non-refundable)

Applications are available online or you may contact the Admissions Office to request hard copies. Online applications are processed more quickly than those received by mail.

If you have completed 40 or more college-level credits (27 semester credits) at the time of application, you are required to submit official transcripts from all colleges you have attended.

If you took two or more years of a foreign language in high school, you should submit official high school transcripts. This fulfills the CWU graduation requirement for foreign language.

If you have completed LESS than 40 college-level credits (27 semester credits) at the time of application, you must submit official high school transcripts and standardized test scores (ACT or SAT) as well as college transcripts. Transfer students in this category must meet freshman admission requirements in addition to the minimum GPA requirement (2.5) for transfer students.

High school GPAs, test scores, and college GPAs are all taken into consideration for admission purposes. High school GPA and test scores are only taken into

consideration for transfer students with less than 40 credits.

For list of CWU General Educations requirements visit,cwu.edu/admissions/sites/cts.cwu.edu.admissions/ files/cwuGenEdRequirements2010.pdf.

All CWU LocationsSend your official documents to:Office of AdmissionsCentral Washington University400 East University WayEllensburg WA 98926-7463

Final transcripts are required if you are still attending classes. When you apply, please send your most current transcripts. Your application will be processed as long as you do not have more than two academic quarters (or semesters) to complete prior to transferring to CWU.

Although you can be admitted to CWU while attending courses at another college, remember to submit a final transcript to CWU after your final grades have been posted. If you are pursuing a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree from a community college, please ensure that your degree is listed on your final transcript before sending it to CWU. For a list of approved DTA degrees, visit cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

Admission CriteriaCommunity college transfer students who complete a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree are normally guaranteed admission to CWU.

For transfer students who are not pursuing a DTA degree (or have not completed it at the time of application), the cumulative GPA and the types of college courses completed are the most heavily weighed factors in the admission process. Specific factors include:• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above• Recent academic performance and GPA trend• Completion of college-level math and English• High school GPA and SAT or ACT scores (for students

with less than 40 college-level credits at the time of application)

• Any personal circumstances that may have affected your GPA (use the application essay to explain)

Students attending University Centers should contact their appropriate center for additional information (see pages 10 and 11).

Public service and community engagement events, like Kittitas Connect Canyon-City-Farm, provide CWU students with volunteer opportunities in the local community.

Dual Admission ProgramThe purpose of the Dual Admission program is to provide a smooth and successful transition for the student from a participating community or technical college to Central Washington University. Students who participate in the program are considered fully admitted to the community or technical college and conditionally admitted to CWU. They will benefit from access to resources at both institutions during their academic career and be better prepared to transition into their baccalaureate program.

EligibilityYou must be currently enrolled at a participating Washington State community or technical college in a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree or applied/technical degree program. You must complete the appropriate transfer degree at the participating community or technical college within two years of acceptance into the Dual Admission Program.

• You cannot have earned more than 60 quarter (45 semester) college-level credit hours from all colleges/universities attended at the time of submission of the Dual Pre-Application form.

• You must meet CWU’s admission requirements for transfer applicants found at cwu.edu/admissions.

• This application conditionally admits you to CWU, not to a specific program.

• Running Start students are not eligible. • Students with previously earned associate, technical, or

bachelor degrees are not eligible.

For more information please visit: cwu.edu/admissions/dual-admission-program.

International StudentsApplication Requirements1. Online application form2. Transcripts3. Proof of English proficiency4. Confidential financial statement form5. Bank statement6. Copy of passport

To submit proof of English proficiency, international students (except those from Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and English-speaking provinces of Canada) must submit one of the following:

a) IELTS score (6.0) or TOEFL score (525 for paper-based, 195 for computer-based, 71 for Internet-based)

b) A 3.0 or B grade in each of the two college-level English composition classes from a U.S. college or university.

c) Recommendation from CWU’s UESL program cwu.edu/admissions/international-application-requirements.

For more information please visit: cwu.edu/admissions/international-students.

Prior College CreditIn general, CWU will accept credits earned at other accredited institutions. Courses equivalent to CWU courses will transfer directly. Other courses that are not exact CWU equivalents may also transfer, but they may only count as general elective credits. However, each academic department at CWU has the authority to approve courses from other schools that are not exact CWU equivalents. In those cases, it is best to communicate directly with your specific academic department to have those types of course substitutions approved. For more information, see the frequently asked questions section (page 7) or visit cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

The following credits will not transfer:• College courses numbered below 100 level• Developmental education or remedial courses• English as a Second Language courses• Courses specific to one religion• Credit for life experience

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About 2,500 students graduate each year from CWU.

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Credit EvaluationsTRANSFER CREDIT AND CAPS REPORTSWithin two to four weeks from when we receive your official college transcripts, you will be able to view your Transfer Credit Report online via MyCWU. Your Transfer Credit Report will show how your credits will transfer to CWU. After you have been fully admitted you will have access to a CAPS Report which provides more details about how your transfer credits will satisfy the CWU General Education Requirements.

Other online sources of information include the CWU catalogs at catalog.acalog.cwu.edu and transfer admission information at cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

If you need further assistance, please call the CWU Academic Advising Center at 509-963-3523.

Technical or Vocational College CreditGenerally speaking, most credits from technical or vocational colleges do not transfer to CWU. However, if you have taken any courses from a fully accredited institution that are very similar to the courses listed in the CWU General Education Requirements or courses listed in your intended major, it is possible to receive transfer credit for these courses.

The official credit evaluation you receive will automatically award any credit that applies to your General Education Requirements. You will need to check with your intended academic department to find out if any of your technical/vocational credits will count toward your major.

Other Forms of CreditCWU recognizes college credit from a number of sources, including Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), International Baccalaureate (IB), correspondence courses, and military service. CWU will accept a maximum total of 45 quarter credits from any combination of these programs, but only 30 of those credits may come from military service.

NON-U.S. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY CREDITCWU will accept credits from non-U.S. schools when the following conditions are met:

1. The institution has been certified by CWU as a legitimate, recognized institution of higher education within a particular country.

2. The student has received a passing grade recognized by the institution.

3. CWU has received an official record or transcript.

4. International transcripts must be evaluated by one of the following agencies: Foundation for International Services (FIS) World Education Services (WES)

CREDIT FOR MILITARY SERVICEUpon submission of official military transcripts, students may receive up to 30 lower-division elective credits for completion of military academic schools as recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE). Credit is not awarded for basic training or specialty schools such as MOS or Tech School.

Running StartIf you enroll at CWU directly after graduating from high school (including summer), you must meet regular freshman admission requirements and submit official high school transcripts and ACT or SAT test scores, and submit Running Start credits for evaluation as transfer credit. If you have completed an approved Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree you will also apply as a freshman. However, you have fulfilled all lower-division general education requirements at CWU. For a list of approved DTA degrees, visit cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

Students living on campus typically have a higher GPA than students living off campus.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsDo I need an associate degree in order to transfer to CWU?No. You can still be admitted to CWU without an associate degree. However, if you have the opportunity to obtain a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree, it will be to your benefit when you transfer to CWU. One of the biggest benefits of having a DTA degree is that it will automatically satisfy the General Education Requirements at CWU.

If I have my DTA degree, will I be admitted to CWU?Yes. If you have a DTA degree from any of the colleges listed on the Web at cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies, you will be given priority admission to CWU. If you continue to earn credits at a college or university after you earn your DTA degree, you need to maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

I am a transfer student, but do not have a Direct Transfer Agreement associate degree. How will I know how my credits will transfer to CWU?You will receive an official credit evaluation after you have been formally admitted to CWU.

If you attended a Washington community college or public university, you can unofficially evaluate your credits by reviewing how courses from your college(s) fulfill CWU General Education Requirements (Transfer Policies), or the Equivalency Sheets, which show all of the equivalent courses including those outside of the general education requirements. Both of these resources can be found by clicking on current equivalencies at cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

Will my associate degree satisfy the CWU foreign language graduation requirement?If you transfer to CWU with a DTA degree and pursue a bachelor of arts degree, you will have to complete one year of college level foreign language prior to graduation from CWU unless you completed two years of a foreign language in high school. If you pursue a degree other than a BA (such as a BS, BMus, BA-Ed, or BAS) you will be exempt from the CWU foreign language graduation requirement.

Does the associate of science transfer degree complete all of the same general education requirements as an AA/DTA degree?No. The Associate of Science degree requires a student to complete three additional courses to satisfy the general education requirements at CWU.

How many total credits will transfer to CWU?CWU will accept a maximum of 105 community college credits. If you attended a four-year college, you may transfer a maximum of 135 credits. CWU requires completion of 45 credits in residence, 60 upper-division credits, and a minimum of 180 total credits for a degree.

Do I need to send transcripts from all of the colleges I’ve attended if the courses have already been transferred to another college?Yes. You must send transcripts from all colleges attended, even if the transfer credits from other colleges are listed on another college’s transcript.

How and when do I apply to be accepted into my academic major?Each academic department has an application process. You should apply for your major after being admitted to CWU if you will be a sophomore or junior. Since many departments may have application deadlines, pre-admission requirements, GPA requirements, and/or limited enrollment capacity, you should contact your specific department to determine what is required. This is especially true for students interested in the following programs: accounting, communication, business administration, aviation, music, paramedicine, or education.

CWU music students perform at premier venues like Seattle’s Benaroya Hall and New York City’s Lincoln Center.

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Study AbroadCentral Washington University offers almost 200 international programs in 50 countries and over 170 exchange locations within the United States.

• Programs range in length from 10 days to one academic year.

• All programs grant academic credit that can be applied to major, minor, or breadth requirements.

• Foreign language proficiency is not required for study abroad.

• Classes taught in English are available in many non-English speaking countries.

• Some programs cost roughly the same as attendance at CWU.

• Financial aid (loans, grants, and scholarships) can be applied to study abroad costs and can usually be increased to match the cost of the program.

• With proper planning, studying abroad does not delay time to graduation.

For more information, contact the Study Abroad and Exchange Programs International Center at 509-963-3612, Intlprog@cwu.edu, or visit cwu.edu/international-programs/saep.

Go Wildcats! Wildcat sports are vital to the Central experience. Intercollegiate sports at Central promote and foster the growth and development of student athletes. In its first year in the league, the Wildcats placed six players on the academic All-North Central Conference Football Team, the most of any league school. Central’s Collegiate Sport Clubs allow students the opportunity to participate in and represent Central in competitive sporting activities that are not available through athletics. Central also has a quality intramural sports program that is recognized throughout the region, which allows amateur athletes the opportunity to participate in recreational and competitive activities with other Central students. More than 30 percent of CWU students participate in intramural sports. www.wildcatsports.com • cwu.edu/rec

SportsMEN’S VARSITY ATHLETICSBasketballBaseballCross CountryFootballRugbyTrack and FieldWOMEN’S VARSITY ATHLETICSBasketballCross CountrySoccerSoftballRugbyTrack and FieldVolleyballCLUB SPORTSArcheryBadmintonBowlingClimbingCyclingDanceEquestrianFencingGolfHockey (ice)KarateLacrosse (men’s & women’s)RodeoRugby (men’s & women’s)Soccer (men’s & women’s)Swimming (men’s & women’s)TennisUltimate FrisbeeWakeboardingWater Polo (men’s & women’s)Wrestling

INTRAMURAL SPORTSBadmintonBasketballDodgeballFlag FootballGolfInner Tube Water PoloKickballPickleballRacquetballSoccerSoftballStrongmanTennisUltimate FrisbeeVideo GamesVolleyball

Home of the best Division II football program west of

the Rockies.

CWU is one of the few public universities in the nation to offer both vARSITY MEN’S and WOMEN’S RUGBY.

The largest CWU classroom holds 80 students, but the average class size is just 25.

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With more than 100 majors and 13 pre-professional programs at the undergraduate level, Central’s General Education curriculum provides a basis for developing your specialized interests.

Bachelor’s Degrees Accounting - BS*Actuarial Science - BSAnthropology - BA or BSApparel, Textiles and Merchandising - BSArt - BA or BFA Specializations in: Graphic Design Studio Art with studies in: Ceramics Drawing/Painting Jewelry/Metals Photography Sculpture Wood DesignAsia/Pacific Studies - BAAviation - BS Specializations in: Aviation Management* Commercial Pilot* Flight Officer Maintenance Management Biology - BA and BS Specializations in: Biomedical Science Specialization Ecology and Evolutionary Biology General Biology Molecular and Cell BiologyBusiness Administration - BS Specializations in: Finance General Business* Human Resource Management* Leadership and Management Marketing Management* Supply Chain Management*Chemistry - BS Biochemistry SpecializationClinical Physiology - BSCommunication Studies - BAComputer Science – BS Focus areas in: Artificial Intelligence Information Systems Scientific Computing Software Design and Engineering Web DevelopmentConstruction Management - BSEconomics - BS Specializations in: Economic and Business Forecasting General Economics Managerial Economics Electronic Engineering Technology - BS*EMS Paramedicine Major - BS*English - BA Professional and Creative Writing Specialization*English Language and Literature - BAEnvironmental Geological Sciences - BS

Environmental Studies - BS Specializations in: Environmental Biology Environmental Chemistry Environmental Geography Environmental Geology Environmental Policy Exercise Science - BSFamily and Consumer Sciences - BAFamily Studies - BSFilm and Video Studies - BA Specializations in: Cinema Studies Production ScreenwritingFood Science and Nutrition - BS Specializations in: Dietetics Foods and Nutrition Nutrition Science Food Service Management - BASForeign Languages - BA French Japanese Russian Spanish Geography - BA or BS Specializations in: Environmental and Resource Geography GIScience Geology - BA or BSGlobal Wine Studies - BSHistory - BAIndustrial Technology - BSInstructional Foundations - BAInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BS or BAS Specializations in: Administrative Management* Cybersecurity* Information Technology* Network Administration and Management Retail Management and Technology Web and Database Administration and Management Interdisciplinary Studies- Social Sciences - BS*Journalism - BA Specializations in: Broadcast Print Law and Justice - BA*Mathematics - BSMechanical Engineering Technology - BSMusic - BAMusic Composition - BMMusic Performance - BM Specializations in: Keyboard Percussion/Wind/String Vocal

Philosophy - BA Religious Studies SpecializationPhysics - BA or BSPhysics/Engineering Dual Degree - BSPolitical Science - BAPrimate Behavior and Ecology Major - BSPsychology - BA*Public Health - BS Specializations in: Community Health Education Pre-Nursing in Public Health Public Policy - BSPublic Relations - BARecreation and Tourism - BS Specializations in: Event Planning Recreation Management Tourism ManagementSocial Services - BS*Sociology Major - BA*Specialized Studies - BA or BS*Safety and Health Management - BSTheatre Arts - BA or BFA Specializations in: Design and Production Musical Theatre Performance

Teaching Majors Biology Business and Marketing Education Career and Technical EducationChemistryEarly Childhood Education*Elementary Education*English/Language ArtsFrenchGeneral Science History/Social Studies JapaneseMathematics: Teaching SecondaryMiddle-level Humanities Middle-level Mathematics*MusicPhysical Education and School HealthRussianSpanishSpecial Education*Technology EducationVisual Art

Teaching Minors Bilingual Education/Teaching English as a Second Language MinorBiologyChemistryChineseDanceEarly Childhood EducationFamily and Consumer SciencesLiteracyScience EducationTeaching English as a Second Language (TESL)*Traffic Safety

Additional Areas of StudyAdvertisingAerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC)Africana and Black StudiesAmerican Indian StudiesAmerican Sign LanguageApparel DesignArt HistoryAsia University America ProgramAsia/Pacific StudiesAsian BusinessAstronomyAthletic TrainingCoachingChineseCinema StudiesCommunity Health EducationCraft Beer TradeCreative WritingDance PerformanceEnergy StudiesEthics Ethnic StudiesEvent PlanningGeographic Information Systems (GIS)GermanGlobal Literacy DevelopmentInternational Studies Latin American BusinessLatino and Latin American StudiesLinguistics Military Science (Army ROTC)Museum StudiesNon-profit Organization ManagementOccupational Safety TechnologyOrganizational CommunicationPhysical Activity and Recreation ProgrammingProfessional Sommelier Program DevelopmentSport Business*Sustainable Tourism Web Design and ManagementWine Trade and TourismWomen’s and Gender Studies

Pre-ProfessionalPre-ChiropracticPre-DentistryPre-DieteticsPre-EngineeringPre-LawPre-Medical TechnologyPre-MedicinePre-Nursing in Public HealthPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary

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UNDERGRADUATE MAjORSEnglish: Professional and Creative Writing - BAInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BS/BAS Specializations in: Administrative Management Cybersecurity Information Technology Retail Management and TechnologyInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BAParamedicine (Hybrid) - BSPsychology - BASociology - BASpecialized Studies - BA/BS

FLExIBLE ONLINE DEGREE PROGRAM (FLExIT)FlexIT - BS (FlexIT is a self-paced, fully-online bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and Administrative Management.)

UNDERGRADUATE MINORSAdministrative ManagementFamily StudiesLatino and Latin American StudiesLaw and JusticePsychologyRetail Management and TechnologySociologySports Business

GRADUATE PROGRAMSHigher Education - MEdLiteracy - MEdSchool Administration - MEdHealth and Physical Education: Athletic Administration Specialization (Hybrid) - MSHealth and Physical Education - MSInformation Technology and Administrative Management - MSSpecial Education - MEd

CERTIFICATES AND ENDORSEMENTSGlobal Literacy Development CertificateLibrary Media EndorsementReading Endorsement

CWU online programs are offered at all CWU locations. For more information and an updated list of online programs go to: cwu.edu/online-learning.

ONLINE PROGRAMS

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Master’s DegreesAccounting - MPA*Art - MA and MFABiology - MS Biomedical Sciences SpecializationChemistry - MSComputational Science - MSEducation degrees offered in: Higher Education - MEd* Instructional Leadership - MEd Literacy - MEd* Master Teacher - MEd* Mathematics - MAT Music - MEd School Administration - MEd* School Psychology - MEd Special Education - MEd*Engineering Technology - MSEnglish (Literature) - MAEnglish (TESOL) - MAExercise Science - MSFamily and Consumer Sciences - MS Specializations in: Family Studies Career and Technical EducationGeological Sciences - MSHealth and Physical Education - MS* Athletic Administration Specialization*History - MAIndividual Studies - MA/MEd/MSLaw and Justice - MLJ* Specializations in: Advanced Professional Basic CareerMusic - MMNutrition - MSPrimate Behavior - MSPsychology degrees offered in: Experimental Psychology - MS Specializations in: General Experimental Psychology Mental Health Counseling - MSResource Management - MSTheatre - MA

* this program is also offered at one or more of our university center locations and/or online. see pages 10-11 for more information.

subject to change. visit CWU’s online catalog at catalog.acalog.cwu.edu for current list.

Real-world experiences make learning exciting and relevant, and prepares CWU graduates to put their knowledge to work

on day-one in a new career.CWU’s accredited education program is the sixth largest in the nation and placed in the top one percent nationally in a recent review.

Central Washington University has seven campus locations in addition to the residential campus in Ellensburg. They offer upper-division (300-400 level) courses in selected degree areas and are designed for students who have completed their Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degrees or the CWU General Education Requirements. Prior to applying, contact the CWU campus that you wish to attend and review the pre-admission requirements. Programs are subject to change.

Online programs are offered at all CWU locations and the Ellensburg campus. For a listing of CWU Online Degree Programs and Flexible Online Degree Program (FlexIT) see page 9.

CWU-Des Moines206-439-3800cwu.edu/desmoines2400 South 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198-1007Co-located at: Highline Community College, Higher Education CenterE-mail: cwu_desmoines@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsAccounting - BSBusiness Administration - BS Specializations in: Finance Human Resource Management Leadership and Management Marketing Management Supply Chain ManagementEarly Childhood Education/Elementary Education (double major) - BAEdElementary Education/Middle Level Math - BAEdElementary Education/TESL - BAEdElectronics Engineering Technology - BSInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BAS Specializations in: Administrative Management Cybersecurity Information TechnologyInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BAPsychology - BA

Master’s Degree ProgramsLaw and Justice - MSMaster Teacher - MEdProfessional Accountancy - MPASchool Administration - MEd

MinorsBusiness AdministrationEconomicsLaw and JusticePsychologySociologySport Business

Certifications Principal CertificationSupply Chain Management

CWU-Everett425-259-8602cwu.edu/everett3201 Smith Ave, Suite 200Everett, WA 98201Co-located at: Everett Community College, Everett Station

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BS

CWU-Lynnwood425-640-1574cwu.edu/lynnwood20000 68th Avenue West Lynnwood, WA 98036-5999Co-located at: Edmonds Community College, Snoqualmie HallE-mail: cwu_lynnwood@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsAccounting - BSBusiness Administration - BS Specialization in: Marketing ManagementEnglish: Professional and Creative Writing - BSInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BA

Master’s Degree ProgramsProfessional Accountancy - MPA

MinorsAccountingBusiness AdministrationEconomicsLaw and JusticePsychologySociologySport Business

CertificationsSupply Chain Management

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CWU-Moses Lake509-793-2384cwu.edu/moseslake7662 Chanute Street NE, Room 1846CMoses Lake, WA 98837Co-located at: Big Bend Community College, Grant County Advanced Technologies Education CenterE-mail: cwu_moseslake@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsAviation Management - BSInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BS/BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSProfessional Pilot - BS

Master’s Degree ProgramMaster Teacher - MEd

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration

CWU-Pierce253-964-6636cwu.edu/piercecounty9401 Farwest Drive SWLakewood, WA 98498-1999Co-located at: Pierce CollegeE-mail: cwu_piercecounty@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsBusiness Administration - Supply Chain Management - BSElementary Education/Literacy/ECE/ Science - BAEdInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BASocial Services - BS

MinorsLaw and JusticePsychologySociologySocial Services

CWU-Wenatchee509-665-2600cwu.edu/wenatchee1300 Fifth Street Wenatchee, WA 98801Co-located at: Wenatchee Valley College, CWU-Wenatchee Higher Education CenterE-mail: cwu_wenatchee@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsElementary Education - BAEd Information Technology and Administrative Management - BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSSpecialized Studies - BA/BS

Master’s Degree ProgramsMaster Teacher - MEd

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration

CWU-Yakima509-574-6894cwu.edu/yakima1000 South 12th Avenue, Room 107Yakima, WA 98907-2520Co-located at: Yakima Valley Community College, Deccio Higher Education CenterE-mail: cwu_yakima@cwu.edu

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsElementary Education and Special Education, double major - BAEd Information Technology and Administrative Management - BASInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSSpecialized Studies - BA/BS

MinorsLaw and JusticePsychologySocial ServicesSociology

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration

Teaching Site ProgramsGrays HaborLaw and Justice - BA

PennisulaSpecialized Studies - BA/BS

Lake Washington Institute of TechInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BAS

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The following is a list of estimated costs that a full-time student can expect to incur at CWU.2014–2015 FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENT RATES (10-18 CREDITS)Yearly average estimated academic cost of attendance (subject to change). Academic calendar is fall, winter, and spring quarters. Figures are based on typical cost of attendance. Divide by three for quarterly costs.

WA Residents NonresidentsTuition (Bachelor’s) $ 7,941 $ 20,304Fees $ 1,076 $ 1,076Room/Board** $ 10,285 $ 10,285Books and Supplies $ 1,002 $ 1,002Grand Total $20,304 $32,667

Visit cwu.edu/financial-aid/sites/cts.cwu.edu.financial-aid/files/FAHandbook12_13.pdf for more information.

** Average: Room and board figures vary. This figure is based on a double room with a full meal plan. Personal expenses, which include transportation, should also be considered when planning for collage.

Financial AidIf you have not already done so, you should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and mail it as soon as possible after January 1. The earlier you submit your FAFSA, the more aid you may be eligible to receive. The CWU Title IV code is 003771. The FAFSA is available at high schools, colleges, and universities throughout the U.S., or you may file online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. (The online application is preferred.)

ScholarshipsThe CWU General Scholarship Application (GSA) is available online at cwu.edu/scholarships starting October 1. This application allows all interested students, entering freshmen and transfers, as well as continuing students, to be considered for academic and/or need-based CWU Foundation scholarships. The deadline to apply for these scholarships is March 1 of each year.

Student EmploymentEach year CWU hires approximately 2,500 students to work on campus. You do not need to apply for financial aid to qualify for most jobs. If you are receiving financial aid, your employment will normally not affect your aid. To learn more about the student employment opportunities at CWU, call 509-963-3008, or visit cwu.edu/student-employment.

Veteran Benefits Students wanting to use veteran benefits at CWU need to contact CWU Veterans Affairs (CWU VA) prior to starting classes. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is not automatically notified when an eligible student enrolls for classes at CWU unless the student informs the CWU VA Office. This applies to first-time benefit users as well as transfer students. You may contact the CWU VA Office via e-mail at va@cwu.edu or call 509-963-3028.

Helping to Make CWU AffordableCWU strives to make education affordable through Merit awards, the General Scholarship Application, and the WUE program.

2014-15 MERIT AWARDSTransfer Students: New transfer students with an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher will be considered for a CWU Transfer Scholar Merit Tuition Award of $1,200 for one academic year.

ADDITIONAL MERIT AID AWARDSPhi Theta Kappa Transfer Honors Program: $1,200

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE). CWU is a participant of the WUE, a program that helps out-of-state students save approximately $7,000 annually. Participating states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. For more information visit cwu.edu/scholarships/ western-undergraduate- exchange-program.

For information on current cost of attendance please visit the financial aid website at: cwu.edu/financial-aid/sites/cts.cwu.edu.financial-aid/files/FAHandbook14_15.pdf

CWU is designated a Military Friendly School by the magazine G.I. Jobs.

Around 10,100 students are enrolled at CWU.

Graduates of Central’s highly regarded Construction Management program enjoy a 100% job placement rate.

Considering CWU but not sure how you are going to pay for it? Every year CWU awards over $80 million in financial aid in the form of grants, loans, and work study.

Helpful Financial Aid Websites

Financial Aid and Scholarship Office: cwu.edu/financial-aid

Other scholarship search sites: cwu.edu/scholarships

Financial Questions?Call the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office at 509-963-1611, or visit cwu.edu/financial-aid or cwu.edu/scholarships

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)FAFSA on the Web www.fafsa.ed.gov. CWU FAFSA Title IV School Code is 003771.

General Financial Aid Information and Calculatorswww.finaid.orgwww.fastweb.comwww.edfund.org

Washington Residency. For more information about residency visit cwu.edu/registrar/residency-information.

House Bill 1079 (HB1079) Students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents and will be completing the full senior year of high school and obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent at a Washington public or private high school, and who have lived in Washington for at least three years immediately prior to receiving the diploma or its equivalent until such time as they are admitted to CWU, may be eligible for Washington residency status for tuition purposes only. For more information please visit cwu.edu/registrar/residency-information or if you think you may be eligible, please complete the HB1079 Affidavit located at cwu.edu/registrar/residency-information. The HB1079 Affidavit must be submitted to CWU Office of Admissions, 400 East University Way, Ellensburg WA 98926-7463.

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Directions to CWUFROM SEATTLE: Take I-90 east to Ellensburg exit #106. Follow the main road to CWU. Stop at the CWU Welcome Center for parking instructions.

FROM SPOKANE: Take I-90 west to Ellensburg exit #109. Make a right off the exit ramp and follow Canyon Road/Main Street to University Way. Turn right onto University Way and drive four blocks to CWU. Stop at the CWU Welcome Center for parking instructions.

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Stay connected to Central wherever you are with CWU mobile. Our free app gives you campus news and events, Wildcat Sports action, and campus maps and contact information right in the palm of your hand. Download CWU mobile today.

Once you visit Central and experience our campus, you’ll know you’ve found the right university for you.

Come visit our campus and get a personal look at how Central can build your life. The CWU Visitation Program is a student-run program designed to give you a unique insight into campus life from a student’s perspective. Our staff is trained to know all aspects of Central and what we offer. We understand visiting campus is one of the most important steps in the college decision-making process. That’s why we want you to come hear our student’s stories. You’ll know right away why your future is Central.

Our Visitation Program offers a variety of ways to help you explore Central.

For more information regarding the CWU Visitation Program or to register online visit: cwu.edu/admissions then click Visit Central.

Questions? E-mail: visit@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1262

To visit one of our Center locations please contact each Center directly at cwu.edu and use the campuses tab.

Daily Campus Tours: Daily tours of our Ellensburg campus are offered Monday-Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Saturday at 11 a.m., by appointment.

Wildcat Welcome Center: A one-stop shop for parking services, campus and community information, campus maps, and event tickets, the Wildcat Welcome Center is home to the CWU Visitation Program.

CAT TRACKS: A one-day comprehensive visit to our Ellensburg campus. Dates are scheduled throughout the year and are generally scheduled on Fridays. Students will have the opportunity to experience:

• Admissions and University Housing presentations

• Tours of campus and residence halls• Departmental guest speakers• Financial Aid• Student Panel

Central Sampler: Our Central Sampler program offers an extended, overnight visit to our Ellensburg campus for prospective students. CWU Sampler is designed to give the prospective student a 2-day, 1-night experience on the main CWU campus. Students have the opportunity to experience:

• Overnight stay in our residence halls including two meals

• Tours of campus, dining hall and residence halls

• Admissions Office Welcome and Q&A sessions with current students

• Options to schedule pre-arranged meetings with admission counselors, academic department representatives, and/or Student Support Services staff members

• An official CWU Welcome Packet

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“Central is like home for a lot of us.

We learn so much here. We become

knowledgeable here. We find

nurturing here.”

Andre Dickerson, Senior,

Biology/Pre Medicine Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Activities: Conducting research on the neuro development of chick

embryos, ASPEN volunteer, president of the E.M.P.I.R.E. club

Office of Admissions400 East University Way

Ellensburg, WA 98926-7463

Located in Mitchell Hall, first floor509-963-1211 • admissions@cwu.edu

cwu.edu/admissionsEn Español: cwu.edu/sp

CWU-Des Moines • 206-439-3800CWU-Lynnwood • 425-640-1574

CWU-Moses Lake • 509-793-2384CWU-Pierce • 253-964-6636

CWU-Wenatchee • 509-665-2600 or 800-540-6537

CWU-Yakima • 509-574-6894

CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX Institution. For accommodation: DS@cwu.edu

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