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90%
Open Admissions
51%
Graduation
About Central Washington University
Central Washington University is a public four-year institution located in Ellensburg, Washington. With an enrollment of approximately 8,081 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 90%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 51%. Graduates earn a median salary of $61,580 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $14,715 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
90%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
51%
Enrollment
8,081
Total students
Median Earnings
$61,580
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,192
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,771
Per year
Average Net Price
$14,715
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$26,771/yr
In-State Tuition$9,192/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$14,715/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$58,860
10-Year Earnings
$615,800
ROI Multiple
10.5×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Central Washington University
Student Outcomes
51%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$62k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
8,081
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
