Transfer Guide

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admissions informationCWU Academic Calendar ...................................................3 Who is a Transfer Student? ................................................4 When and How to Apply to CWU ..................................4-5 Admission Criteria ............................................................. 5

transFerring CreDitsPrior College Credit ........................................................... 6Credit Evaluations ..............................................................6 Technical or Vocational College Credit .............................6 Other Forms of Credit ........................................................6 •Non-U.S.College/UniversityCredit ..........................6 •MilitaryServiceCredit ..............................................6 Running Start .................................................................... 6Frequently Asked Questions ............................................. 7

aCaDeMiC PlanningEllensburg Campus - Degree Programs ..........................8-9CWU University Centers - Degree Programs ..............10-11CWU General Education Requirements ..........................12

aDDitional inForMationFinancing Your Degree ....................................................13 •FinancialAid ...........................................................13 •Scholarships .............................................................13 •StudentEmployment ..............................................13 •VeteranBenefits .....................................................13Study Abroad - Go to CWU in Another Country ............14 CWU Sports .......................................................................14 Visit CWU: Daily Campus Tours .......................................14 CampusMapandDrivingDirections ..............................15

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Central Washington Universityisaplacewherestudentsgettodowhatthey’relearning.BiologystudentsandprofessorstagbulltroutonSnoqualmiePass.MusicstudentsperformonBenaroyaHall’sworld-classstage.Faculty and students in geology site earthquake detection systems on dams, mountaintops, and coastlines.

Thebenefittostudentsisaneducationalexperiencemadericher,moreexciting,andmorerelevantbyapplyingclassroomknowledgetorealsituations.Thebenefittoemployersiswelleducatedandexperiencedgraduateswhoarepreparedforworkonday-onebecausethey’vealreadymovedbeyondbookstoapplytheirknowledgeinthefield.

Smallclassestaughtexclusivelybyprofessorsallowstudentstoworkcloselywithfaculty,toaskquestions,andtoengageinresearchasundergraduates.Facultyknowtheirstudents’names.Learningisn’tconfinedtotheclassroom. It’s part of the way we live.

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“I am very happy with what I got out of Central’s Environmental Studies program—it has opened my mind

and many doors to environmental issues and concerns, where I know I will be able to make a difference.”

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About 2,500 students

graduate each year from CWU.

Central Washington UniversityACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall 2012 Winter 2013 Spring 2013 Summer 2013Classes begin Sept. 19 Jan. 3 March 26 June 17Finals week ends Dec. 7 March 15 June 7 Aug. 16

Fall 2013 Winter 2014 Spring 2014 Summer 2014Classes begin Sept. 25 Jan. 6 April 2 June 23Finals week ends Dec. 12 March 20 June 12 Aug. 22

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

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 6.

When To ApplyPriority deadlines to submit applications and transcripts:Fallquarter: March1Winterquarter: November1Spring quarter: February 1Summer quarter: June 1

How To ApplyIT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:•Completedapplication(onlineapplicationispreferred)•Officialcollegetranscriptsfromallcollegesattended.

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

•Officialhighschooltranscripts(ifapplicable)•Officialtestscores(ifapplicable)•$50applicationfee(non-refundable)

Applications are available online or you may contact theAdmissionsOfficetorequesthardcopies.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,youarerequiredtosubmitofficialtranscripts 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.Thisfulfillsthe CWU graduation requirement for foreign language.

If you have completed LESS than 40 college-level credits (27 semester credits) at the time of application,youmustsubmitofficialhighschooltranscriptsandstandardizedtestscores(ACTorSAT)as well as college transcripts. Transfer students in this category must meet freshman admission requirements inadditiontotheminimumGPArequirement(2.5)fortransfer 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.

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

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All CWU LocationsSendyourofficialdocumentsto:OfficeofAdmissionsCentral 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 youdonothavemorethantwoacademicquarters(orsemesters)tocompletepriortotransferringtoCWU.

Although you can be admitted to CWU while attending coursesatanothercollege,remembertosubmitafinaltranscripttoCWUafteryourfinalgradeshavebeenposted. If you are pursuing a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA)associatedegreefromacommunitycollege,pleaseensurethatyourdegreeislistedonyourfinaltranscriptbefore sending it to CWU. For a list of approved DTA degrees, visit www.cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

Admission CriteriaCommunity college transfer students who complete a DirectTransferAgreement(DTA)associatedegreearenormally guaranteed admission to CWU.

For transfer students who are not pursuing a DTA degree (orhavenotcompleteditatthetimeofapplication),the cumulative GPA and the types of college courses completed are the most heavily weighed factors in the admissionprocess.Specificfactorsinclude:•CumulativeGPAof2.5orabove•RecentacademicperformanceandGPAtrend•Completionofcollege-levelmathandEnglish•HighschoolGPAandSATorACTscores(forstudents

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

•AnypersonalcircumstancesthatmayhaveaffectedyourGPA(usetheapplicationessaytoexplain)

Admission to your intended academic major requires applying to that particular academic department after being admitted to the university. You may contact any department by calling 509-963-1211.

Students attending University Centers should contact their appropriate center for additional information(seepages10and11).

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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.

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 notexactCWUequivalentsmayalsotransfer,buttheymay only count as general elective credits. However, each academic department at CWU has the authority to approvecoursesfromotherschoolsthatarenotexactCWU equivalents. In those cases, it is best to communicate directlywithyourspecificacademicdepartmenttohavethose types of course substitutions approved. For more information, see the frequently asked questions section (page7)orvisitwww.cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies.

The following credits will not transfer:•Collegecoursesnumberedbelow100level•Developmentaleducationorremedialcourses•EnglishasaSecondLanguagecourses•Coursesspecifictoonereligion•Creditforlifeexperience

Credit EvaluationsTRANSFER CREDIT AND CAPS REPORTSWithin two to four weeks from when we receive your officialcollegetranscripts,youwillbeabletoviewyour Transfer Credit Report online via the CWU Wildcat Connection and SAFARI menu. 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 www.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.

Theofficialcreditevaluationyoureceivewillautomatically award any credit that applies to your General Education Requirements. You will need to check

withyourintendedacademicdepartmenttofindoutifanyofyourtechnical/vocationalcreditswillcounttowardyour major.

Other Forms of CreditCWU recognizes college credit from a number of sources,includingAdvancedPlacement(AP),CollegeLevelExaminationProgram(CLEP),InternationalBaccalaureate(IB),correspondencecourses,andmilitaryservice. 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.TheinstitutionhasbeencertifiedbyCWUasalegitimate, recognized institution of higher education within a particular country.

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

3.CWUhasreceivedanofficialrecordortranscript.

4. International transcripts must be evaluated by one of the following agencies: FoundationforInternationalServices(FIS) WorldEducationServices(WES)

CREDIT FOR MILITARY SERVICEUpon submission of the DD214 or DD295, students may receive up to 30 lower-division elective credits for completion of military academic schools as recommended bytheAmericanCouncilonEducation(ACE).Creditisnotawarded for basic training or specialty schools such as MOSorTechSchool.

Running StartIf you enroll at CWU directly after graduating from highschool(includingsummer),youmustmeetregularfreshmanadmissionrequirementsandsubmitofficialhigh 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 TransferAgreement(DTA)associate degree you will also apply as a freshman. However, you have fulfilledalllower-divisiongeneral education requirements at CWU. For a list of approved DTA degrees, visit www.cwu.edu/registrar/ transfer-equivalencies- policies.

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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 toobtainaDirectTransferAgreement(DTA)associatedegree,itwillbetoyourbenefitwhenyoutransfertoCWU.OneofthebiggestbenefitsofhavingaDTAdegree 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 www.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?Youwillreceiveanofficialcreditevaluationafteryouhave 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 www.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 degreeotherthanaBA(suchasaBS,BMus,BA-Ed,orBAS)youwillbeexemptfromtheCWUforeignlanguagegraduation 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?CWUwillacceptamaximumof105communitycollegecredits. If you attended a four-year college, you may transferamaximumof135credits.CWUrequirescompletion 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-admissionrequirements,GPArequirements,and/or limited enrollment capacity, you should contact your specificdepartmenttodeterminewhatisrequired. This is especially true for students interested in the following programs: accounting, communication, business administration, aviation, music, paramedicine, or education.

Bachelor’s DegreesAccounting - BSActuarial 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 Degrees offered in: Aviation Management Professional PilotBiology - BA or BS Specializations in: Cell and Molecular Biology Ecology Organism BiologyBusiness Administration - BS Specializations in: Finance General Business Human Resource Management Management and Organization Marketing Management Supply Chain ManagementChemistry - BS Biochemistry SpecializationClinical Physiology -BS Communication Studies - BAComputer Science - BS Focus areas in: Artificial Intelligence Computer Systems Information Systems Scientific Computing Software Design and Engineering Web DevelopmentConstruction Management - BSEconomics - BS Specializations in: Economics and Business Forecasting General Economics Managerial EconomicsElectronics Engineering Technology - BS Specializations in: Computing Engineering Technology Electronic SystemsEnglish Language and Literature - BA Writing SpecializationEnvironmental Geological Sciences - BSEnvironmental Studies - BS Specializations in: Environmental Biology Environmental Chemistry Environmental Geography Environmental Geology Environmental PolicyExercise Science - BSFamily and Consumer Sciences - BA

Family Studies - BSFilm and Video Studies - BA Specializations in: Critical Studies Production ScreenwritingFood Service Management - BASFood Science and Nutrition - BS Specializations in: Dietetics Food and Nutrition Nutrition ScienceForeign Languages - BA Specializations in: French Japanese Russian SpanishGeography - BA Emphasis areas in: Environmental/Resource Geography Geotechniques Global and Area Studies Physical Geography Urban and Regional PlanningGeology - BA or BSGlobal Wine Studies - BS History - BAIndividual Studies - BA, BS, or BMIndustrial Technology - BS or BASInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BS or BAS Specializations in: Administrative Management Network Administration and Management Retail Management and Technology Web and Database Administration and ManagementInterdisciplinary Studies: Social Sciences - BSJournalism - BA Specializations in: Broadcast Convergent Media PrintLaw and Justice - BAMathematics - BSMechanical Engineering Technology - BS Specializations in: Manufacturing Technology Mechanical TechnologyMusic - BA Jazz SpecializationMusic: Composition - BMMusic: Keyboard Performance - BMMusic: Percussion Performance - BMMusic: String Performance - BMMusic: Wind Performance - BMMusic: Vocal Performance - BMOccupational Safety and Health - BASParamedicine - BSPhilosophy - BA Religious Studies SpecializationPhysics - BA or BSPhysics/Engineering Dual Degree - BSPolitical Science - BAPrimate Behavior and Ecology - BSPsychology - BA

Public Health - BS Specializations in: Community Health Education Pre-Nursing in Public HealthPublic Relations - BARecreation and Tourism - BA Specializations in: Event Planning Recreation Management Tourism ManagementSafety and Health Management - BSSocial Services - BSSociology - BATheatre Arts - BA or BFA Specializations in: Design and Production Musical Theatre Performance

Additional Areas of StudyAdvertisingAfricana and Black StudiesAir Force ROTCAmerican Indian StudiesAmerican Sign LanguageApparel DesignArmy ROTCArt HistoryAsian BusinessAstronomyAthletic TrainingChineseCoachingConstruction SafetyCraft Beer TradeCreative WritingDance PerformanceElectronics - Computer HardwareEnergy StudiesEthicsEthnic StudiesGeographic Information SystemsGermanInternational StudiesLatino and Latin American StudiesLibrary MediaLinguisticsMuseum StudiesNon-profit Organization AdministrationOccupational Safety TechnologyProfessional SommelierProfessional WritingProgram DevelopmentSports BusinessSustainable TourismWine Trade and TourismWeb Design and ManagementWomen’s and Gender Studies

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

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Endorsable Teaching MajorsBiology TeachingChemistry TeachingEarly Childhood EducationEarth Science TeachingElementary EducationEnglish/Language ArtsFamily and Consumer SciencesForeign Language Teaching French, Japanese, Russian, SpanishHistory/Social Studies TeachingMathematics: Teaching SecondaryMiddle Level Math/ScienceMusic: Broad Area SpecializationMusic: Choral Music SpecializationMusic: Instrumental Music SpecializationPE and School HealthScience Teaching - GeneralSpecial Education Technology EducationVisual Arts: Teaching

Endorsable Teaching MinorsBilingual Education and TESLBiology: Teaching SecondaryChemistry TeachingDance TeachingEarly Childhood EducationFamily and Consumer SciencesLiteracyMiddle Level MathematicsMiddle Level Mathematics and ScienceMiddle Level ScienceScience Education - Broad AreaTraffic Safety Education

Pre-Professional ProgramsPre-DentistryPre-DieteticsPre-EngineeringPre-LawPre-MedicinePre-Nursing in Public HealthPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary Medicine

Master’s DegreesAccounting - MPAArt - 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 Counseling - MEd School Psychology - MEd Special Education - MEdEngineering 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 SpecializationHistory - 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

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UNDERGRADUATE MAjORSInformation Technology and Administrative Management - BAS Specializations in: Administrative Management Information TechnologyInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BAParamedicine - BSPsychology - BASociology - BA

UNDERGRADUATE MINORSAdministrative ManagementLatino and Latin American StudiesPsychologyRetail Management and TechnologySociology

GRADUATE PROGRAMSAthletic Administration - MSHealth and Physical Education - MSHigher Education - MEdInstructional Leadership - MEdLiteracy - MEdSchool Administration - MEdTeaching Physical Education and Health - MS

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UNDERGRADUATE MINORSAdministrative ManagementLatino and Latin American StudiesPsychologyRetail Management and TechnologySociology

GRADUATE PROGRAMSAthletic Administration - MSHealth and Physical Education - MSHigher Education - MEdInstructional Leadership - MEdLiteracy - MEdSchool Administration - MEdTeaching Physical Education and Health - MS

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Central Washington University has eight campus locations in addition to the residential campus in Ellensburg. They offer upper-division (300-400level)coursesinselecteddegree areas and are designed for students who have completed their Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA)associatedegreesortheCWUGeneral 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.

CWU-Des Moines206-439-3800www.cwu.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 - BSEarly Childhood Education/Elementary Education (double major) - BAEdElectronics Engineering Technology - BSInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BAPsychology - BA

Master’s Degree ProgramsEngineering Technology - MSMaster Teacher - MEdProfessional Accountancy - MPASchool Administration - MEd

MinorsAccountingBusiness AdministrationEconomicsIndustrial TechnologyLaw and JusticePsychologySociology

Certifications Principal CertificationProfessional Certificate in Teaching Sport BusinessSupply Chain Management Certificate

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

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BS

CWU-Kent253-856-9595 x5350www.cwu.edu/kent412 Ramsay Way, Suite 112Kent, WA 98032Co-located at: Green River Community College, Kent 1 Campus

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramElementary Education (with Middle Level Science Teaching minor) - BAEd

Master’s Degree ProgramLaw and Justice - MS

Courses in:Middle-Level Math Teaching Endorsement

CWU-Lynnwood425-640-1574www.cwu.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 - BSElementary Education (with Science Education minor) - BAEdInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BAMathematics: Teaching Secondary - BA

Master’s Degree Programs Professional Accountancy - MPA

MinorsAccountingBusiness AdministrationEconomicsLaw and JusticePsychologySociology

CertificationsTeaching Secondary MathSport BusinessSupply Chain Management

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CWU-Moses Lake509-793-2384 or 1-800-540-6537www.cwu.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 - BSProfessional Pilot - BSInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BS

Master’s Degree ProgramMaster Teacher - MEd

MinorSociology

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration Teaching Certification

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

Bachelor’s Degree ProgramsElementary Education (with Literacy minor) - BAEdInterdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BASocial Services - BS

MinorsLaw and JusticePsychologySociologySocial Services

CWU-Wenatchee509-665-2600 or 1-800-540-6537www.cwu.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 (with TESL minor) - BAEd Interdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BS

Master’s Degree ProgramsMaster Teacher - MEd

MinorSociology

Certifications Professional Certificate in Teaching

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration

CWU-Yakima509-574-6894www.cwu.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 (with TESL minor) - BAEd Interdisciplinary Studies - Social Sciences - BSLaw and Justice - BA

MinorsLaw and JusticePsychologySocial ServicesSociology

Courses in:Accounting Business Administration Reading Specialist Master Teacher

Certifications Professional Certificate in Teaching

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With eight campuses located across the state, Central enables students to earn their bachelor’s degree in their own community.

CWU GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS* (Basic & Breadth)Students transferring with approved associate degrees will automatically satisfy the CWU General Education Requirements. Visit www.cwu.edu/admissions to learn more.

BASIC REQUIREMENTSChoose one course from each area (A–F).

A. University 101 (Advising course required for freshmen only) - 1 creditB. English 101 and 102 (both required) - CompositionC. Math 101 - Math in the Modern World

Math 153 - Pre-Calculus I Math 154 - Pre-Calculus II Math 164 - Foundations of Arithmetic Math 170 - Intuitive Calculus Math 172 - Calculus

D. Computer Science 105 - Logical Basis of Computing Math 102 - Mathematical Decision Making Math 130 - Finite Math Philosophy 201 - Introduction to Logic

E. Foreign Language - Two years in high school or one year in collegeF. Computer Science 101 - Computer Basics

Information Technology 101 - Computer Applications

BREADTH REQUIREMENTSChoose one course from all nine areas. Include four writing (W) courses.

ARTS AND HUMANITIES AREAA. Literature and the Humanities (C- or above in English 101 required)Africana and Black Studies 110 - Expressive African American CultureEnglish 105 - Introduction to Literature (W)English 247 - Multicultural Literature (W)English 347 - Global Perspectives in Literature (W)Humanities 101 - Exploring Cultures-Ancient World (W)Humanities 102 - Exploring Cultures-16th–19th Centuries (W)Humanities 103 - Exploring Cultures-Modern Societies (W)

B. The Aesthetic ExperienceArt 101 - Introduction to Western ArtArt 102 - Introduction to Non-Western ArtFilm/Video Studies 250 - Intro to Film and Video Studies (W)Music 101 - History of JazzMusic 102 - Introduction to Music Physical Education 161 - Cultural History of DanceTheatre 101 - Appreciation of Theatre and FilmTheatre 107 - Introduction to Theatre (W)Theatre 375 - Asian Theatre Theatre 382 - Ethnic Drama (W)

C. Philosophies and Cultures of the WorldChinese 141, 142, or 143 - Chinese for Western Language SpeakersForeign Language 151, 152, or 153 (first-year foreign language)***Foreign Language 251, 252, or 253 (second-year foreign language)Philosophy 101 - Introduction to Philosophy (W)Philosophy 115 - The Meaning of Life (W)Philosophy 202 - Introduction to Ethics (W)Philosophy 209 - Introduction to Asian Philosophy (W)Philosophy 210 - Current Ethical Issues (W)Philosophy 306 - Environmental Ethics (W)Philosophy 378 - The Philosophy of Love (W)Religious Studies 101 - Introduction to Religion (W)Religious Studies 201 - Sacred Books of the World (W)

*** Any first year college foreign language must be a different language than the foreign language taken in high school to count in this area.

* Subject to change.

SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCESA. Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of the U.S.American Indian Studies 101, 102, 103 - American Indian History (W)Economics 101 - Economic Issues Economics 201 - Principles of Economics - MicroEthnic Studies 101 - Ethnic Awareness (W)History 143 or 144 - History of the United States (W)Law and Justice 102 - Introduction to Law and JusticePolitical Science 210 - American PoliticsSociology 101 - Social Problems (W)Sociology 305 - American Society (W)Women Studies 201 - Introduction to Women Studies (W)

B. Perspectives on World CulturesAnthropology 130 - Introduction to Cultural AnthropologyAsian Studies 102 - Introduction to Asian Studies (W)Communications 302 - Intercultural Communication (W)Economics 102 - World Economic Issues (W)Geography 101 - World Regional Geography History 101, 102, or 103 - World Civilization (W)Latin American Studies 102 - Intro to Latin American Studies (W)Political Science 270 - International Politics (W)

C. Foundations of Human Adaptations and BehaviorAnthropology 107 - General AnthropologyAnthropology 120 - Introduction to Archeology (W)Family and Consumer Science 337 - Human SexualityFamily Sciences 310 - Contemporary Family Issues - 4 credits (W)Geography 108 - Introduction to Human GeographyHealth Education 101 - Health Essentials - 4 creditsPolitical Science 101 - Introduction to Politics (W)Psychology 101 - General PsychologyPsychology 205 - Psychology of Adjustment (W)Sociology 107 - Principles of Sociology (W)

THE NATURAL SCIENCESA. Fundamental Disciplines-Physical/Biological SciencesBiology 101 with lab - Fundamentals of BiologyChemistry 111 with lab - Intro to Chemistry Chemistry 181 with lab - General Chemistry Geology 101 with lab - Physical GeologyPhysics 106 with lab - Physics InquiryPhysics 111 with lab - Introductory PhysicsPhysics 181 with lab - General Physics

B. Patterns and Connections in the Natural WorldAnthropology 110 (optional lab) - Introduction to Biological Anthropology Biology 200 with lab - Plants in the Modern World (W)Biology 201 - Human PhysiologyBiology 300 - Introduction to EvolutionEnvironmental Studies 201 - Earth as an EcosystemGeography 107 - Introduction to Physical GeographyGeology 103 with lab - Geology of Washington - 4 creditsGeology 107 - Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and CivilizationGeology 302 - Oceans and Atmosphere - 4 credits Physics 101 with lab - Intro to Astronomy: Stars and GalaxiesPhysics 102 with lab - Intro to Astronomy: The Solar System

C. Applications of Natural ScienceAnthropology 314 - Human Variation and Adaptation in Living PopulationsBiology 302 - Human Ecology Chemistry 101 with lab - Contemporary Chemistry Environmental Studies 202 - Ecosystems-Populations-Resources-CultureEnvironmental Studies 310 - Energy and Society (W)Geography 273 - Geography of RiversGeology 108 - Introduction to Environmental GeologyIndustrial Engineering Technology 101 - Modern TechnologyNutrition 101 - Introduction to Human NutritionPhysics 103 with lab - Physics of Musical Sound (W)Physics 108 with lab - Light and ColorScience, Tech., and Math Enhancement Program 101 + 102 + 103 (W)

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Graduates of Central’s highly regarded

Construction Management program enjoy a 100% job

placement rate.

Around 10,100 students are enrolled at CWU.

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

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The following is a list of estimated costs that a full-time student can expect to incur at CWU.2012–2013 FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENT RATES (10-18 CREDITS)Yearly average estimated academic cost of attendance (subjecttochange).Academiccalendarisfall,winter,and spring quarters. Figures are based on typical cost of attendance. Divide by three for quarterly costs.

WA Residents WUE NonresidentsTuition (Bachelor’s) $ 7,995 $ 12,054 $ 18,606Fees $ 978 $ 978 $ 978Room/Board** $ 9,240 $ 9,240 $ 9,240Books and Supplies $ 1,002 $ 1,002 $ 1,002Grand Total $19,215 $23,274 $29,826

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) approximate savings = $6,552Visit www.cwu.edu/financial-aid/sites/cts.cwu.edu.financial-aid/files/FAHandbook12_13.pdf for more information.

Tuition (Master’s) $ 8,517 $ 18,972Total Yearly Estimate $22,749 $33,204

** 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 theFreeApplicationforFederalStudentAid(FAFSA)andmail 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 throughouttheU.S.,oryoumayfileonlineat www.fafsa.ed.gov.(Theonlineapplicationispreferred.)

ScholarshipsDuring the fall of every academic year, the CWU General Scholarship Application is available online at www.cwu.edu/scholarships. This application allows all interested students, entering freshmen and transfers, as well as continuing students, to be considered foracademicand/orneed-basedCWUFoundationscholarships. The deadline to apply for these scholarships is February 1 of each year.

Student EmploymentEachyearCWUhiresapproximately2,500studentstoworkoncampus.Youdonotneedtoapplyforfinancialaidtoqualifyformostjobs.Ifyouarereceivingfinancialaid, your employment will normally not affect your aid. To learn more about the student employment opportunities at CWU, call 509-963-3008, or visit www.cwu.edu/student-employment.

Veteran Benefits StudentswantingtouseveteranbenefitsatCWUneedtocontactCWUVeteransAffairs(CWUVA)priortostartingclasses. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is not automaticallynotifiedwhenaneligiblestudentenrollsfor classes at CWU unless the student informs the CWU VAOffice.Thisappliestofirst-timebenefitusersaswellastransferstudents.YoumaycontacttheCWUVAOfficevia e-mail at va@cwu.edu or call 509-963-3028.

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

•Programsrangeinlengthfrom 10 days to one academic year.

•Allprogramsgrantacademiccreditthat can be applied to major, minor, or breadth requirements.

•Foreignlanguageproficiencyisnotrequired for study abroad.

•ClassestaughtinEnglishareavailable in many non-English speaking countries.

•Someprogramscostroughlythesame as attendance at CWU.

•Financialaid(loans,grants,andscholarships)canbeappliedtostudy abroad costs and can usually be increased to match the cost of the program.

•Withproperplanning,studyingabroad does not delay time to graduation.

For more information, contact theStudyAbroadandExchangePrograms International Center at 509-963-3612, goabroad@cwu.edu, or visit www.cwu.edu/international-programs/saep.

SportsMEN’S VARSITY ATHLETICSBasketballBaseballCross CountryFootballTrack and FieldWOMEN’S VARSITY ATHLETICSBasketballCross CountrySoccerSoftballTrack and FieldVolleyballCLUB SPORTSArcheryBadmintonBowlingClimbingCyclingDanceEquestrianFencingGolfHockey(ice)KarateLacrosse(men’sandwomen’s)RodeoRugby(men’sandwomen’s)Soccer(men’sandwomen’s)Swimming(men’sandwomen’s)TennisUltimate FrisbeeWakeboardingWaterPolo(men’sandwomen’s)Wrestling

INTRAMURAL SPORTSBadmintonBasketballDodgeballFlag FootballGolfInner Tube Water PoloKickballPickleballRacquetballSoccerSoftballStrongmanTennisUltimate FrisbeeVideo GamesVolleyball

Daily Campus ToursToursareofferedMondaythrough Friday(exceptholidays)at10a.m.or2 p.m., and Saturday at 11 a.m. by appointment only.

The tour includes:•Fullcampusguidedwalkingtour•Opportunitiesforinformational

appointments with faculty or staff (exceptSaturdays)

If you have questions or would like to arrange a daily campus tour, please contact the Central Visitation Program at 509-963-1262 or visit www.cwu.edu/admissions/visit-us.

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Directions to CWUFROM SEATTLE: TakeI-90easttoEllensburgexit#106.Follow the main road to CWU. Stop at the CWU Welcome Center for parking instructions.

FROM SPOKANE: TakeI-90westtoEllensburgexit#109.MakearightofftheexitrampandfollowCanyonRoad/MainStreet 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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“Central is like home for a lot of us.

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Biology/Pre Medicine Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Activities: Conducting research on the neuro development of chick

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Office of Admissions400 East University Way

Ellensburg, WA 98926-7463

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

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

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