C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Central Washington University

4-Year Public

📍 Ellensburg, Washington 98926

🌐 www.cwu.edu/

Outcomes

66/100

Affordability

C+

56/100

Resources

51/100

Experience

B+

75/100

Prestige

36/100

Quick Stats

8,796

Total Enrollment

50%

Graduation Rate

69%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

90%

Acceptance Rate

$15,558

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Central Washington University ▼

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 405 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$466,335

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,757

1-Year Change

+2.0%

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For parents & investors

The Central Washington University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $466,335
Avg rent near campus: $1,757/mo — vs ~$933/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98926 (2.9% cap, Ellensburg)

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🏆 Where Central Washington University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#14

Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew

of 30 schools

#15

Aviation/Airway Management and Operations

of 22 schools

#25

Human Services, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,021	$24,600
Room	$8,393
Board	$8,359
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$30,438	$48,017

Financial Aid

92%

Receive Any Aid

37%

Receive Pell Grants

51%

Take Out Loans

$15,558

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$7,978
$30,001 - $48,000	$11,430
$48,001 - $75,000	$15,182
$75,001 - $110,000	$18,886
$110,001+	$22,366

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 276 grads/yr Psychology, General 260 grads/yr Information Technology 180 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 161 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 134 grads/yr Accounting 82 grads/yr Computer Science 76 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 75 grads/yr Music, General 72 grads/yr Sociology, General 66 grads/yr Education, General 65 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 49 grads/yr Human Services, General 48 grads/yr Creative Writing 45 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 44 grads/yr Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew 40 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 36 grads/yr Public Health, General 33 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 31 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 31 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Washington University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Compensation and benefits managers

$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Industrial production managers

$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Administrative services managers

$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

8,796

Total Students

54%

Women

80%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%

Hispanic 21%

Black 5%

Asian 5%

Two or More 8%

Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 88%

Off-Campus (Renters) 5%

With Family 8%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~405 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 34%

Hybrid (Some Online) 42%

Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%

25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Washington University?

Central Washington University has an acceptance rate of 90%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Central Washington University?

Tuition at Central Washington University is $7,021 for in-state students and $24,600 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,558.

What is the graduation rate at Central Washington University?

The graduation rate at Central Washington University is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Central Washington University a good school?

Central Washington University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Central Washington University?

Central Washington University has a total enrollment of 8,796 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Central Washington University?

Yes! Approximately 5% of students at Central Washington University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 405 students who need rental housing near campus.

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