Resources › For Students and Parents Central Washington University Admissions SAT Scores, Acceptance Rate, Financial Aid, Graduation Rate & More Share Flipboard Email Print Central Washington University. Bobak / Wikimedia Commons For Students and Parents College Admissions College Profiles College Admissions Process College Rankings Choosing A College Application Tips Essay Samples & Tips Testing Graphs College Financial Aid Extracurricular Activities Advanced Placement Homework Help Private School Test Prep College Life Graduate School Business School Law School Distance Learning View More by Allen Grove Dr. Allen Grove is an Alfred University English professor and a college admissions expert with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college. Updated September 14, 2017 Central Washington University Admissions Overview: CWU is not a highly selective university; 80% of those who apply each year are accepted. Students interested in Central Washington need to submit scores from either the SAT or ACT--either test is acceptable. In addition, prospective students should submit high school transcripts and a completed online application. Students are not required to submit a writing sample, personal statement, or letters of recommendation. Those interested in Central Washington should check out the school's website for more information about the admissions process, and are encouraged to visit the camps or contact the admissions office with any questions. Admissions Data (2016): Central Washington University Acceptance Rate: 80%GPA, SAT and ACT Graph for Central Washington UniversityTest Scores -- 25th / 75th PercentileSAT Critical Reading: 480 / 580SAT Math: 480 / 570SAT Writing: - / -What these SAT numbers meanACT Composite: 18 / 24ACT English: 16 / 23ACT Math: 17 / 24ACT Writing: - / -What these ACT numbers mean Central Washington University Description: Central Washington University is a public university that grants bachelor's and master's degrees. The university is located in Ellensburg, Washington, a small historic city situated just east of the Cascade Mountains. The area is ideal for students who enjoy outdoor activities. Seattle is a two-hour drive to the west and Spokane is three hours to the east. The university also has six off-site centers located throughout Washington State. Students can choose from over 100 majors and numerous pre-professional programs. Business and education are both extremely popular among undergraduates. On the athletic front, the CWU Wildcats compete in the NCAA Division II Great Northwest Athletic Conference. Popular sports include football, soccer, basketball, and track and field. Enrollment (2016): Total Enrollment: 11,971 (11,119 undergraduates)Gender Breakdown: 49% Male / 51% Female85% Full-time Costs (2016 - 17): Tuition and Fees: $7,719 (in-state); $21,522 (out-of-state)Books: $1,002 (why so much?)Room and Board: $10,175Other Expenses: $3,012Total Cost: $21,908 (in-state); $35,711 (out-of-state) Central Washington University Financial Aid (2015 - 16): Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 89%Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of AidGrants: 80%Loans: 61%Average Amount of AidGrants: $7,749Loans: $5,664 Academic Programs: Most Popular Majors: Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Elementary Education, Exercise Science, Psychology, Social Science Graduation and Retention Rates: First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 76%4-Year Graduation Rate: 27%6-Year Graduation Rate: 52% Intercollegiate Athletic Programs: Men's Sports: Football, Track and Field, Cross Country, Basketball, BaseballWomen's Sports: Softball, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Basketball, Soccer Data Source: National Center for Educational Statistics If You Like CWU, You May Also Like These Schools: University of Washington - Seattle: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphUniversity of Idaho: Profile The University of Montana: Profile Western Oregon University: Profile Oregon State University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphWhitworth University: Profile Washington State University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphMontana State University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphPacific Lutheran University: Profile Seattle Pacific University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT Graph Continue Reading