Central Washington University
Public university · Ellensburg, WA · 7,833 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
91%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$21,201
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$32,722
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Central Washington University?
Central Washington University accepts about 91 of every 100 applicants (91%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Central Washington University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Washington University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Central Washington University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $32,722 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,201 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,655 for WA residents and $28,362 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,655
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$28,362
- Room & board$16,814
- Total cost of attendance$32,722
- Average net price after grants$21,201
Popular majors
Business, Education, Psychology, Computer Science, Social Sciences.
Central Washington University FAQ
- What is Central Washington University's acceptance rate?
- 91% — accessible.
- Is Central Washington University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Central Washington University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Washington University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Central Washington University cost?
- About $32,722 a year before aid; $21,201 on average after grants.
- What is Central Washington University's FAFSA school code?
- 003771. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Central Washington University receives your information.
- What is Central Washington University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Central Washington University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Bothell CampusBothell, WA | 91% | — | $13,802 | 68% |
| Eastern Washington UniversityCheney, WA | 91% | — | $13,647 | 43% |
| Saint Martin's UniversityLacey, WA | 90% | 1025–1230 | $25,472 | 56% |
| Whitworth UniversitySpokane, WA | 90% | 1090–1330 | $23,009 | 67% |
| Western Washington UniversityBellingham, WA | 93% | 1150–1390 | $19,963 | 61% |
| Washington State UniversityPullman, WA | 87% | — | $13,462 | 63% |