Western Colorado University

Western Colorado University partners with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) to facilitate student transfers.

Western’s Honors Program offers enriched academics, small classes, priority course registration, and unique opportunities like study abroad.

Western Colorado University provides information on licensure programs and the Master of Arts in Education and Special Education.

Program Info: Western’s MBS in Rural Community Health program offers scholarships for incoming graduate students and fellowships for continuing students to help offset

Western Colorado University’s Pathfinder Magazine publishes student work and offers hands-on literary and editorial experience.

Abel Chavez, PhD., was the subject of a recent story on Colorado Public Radio (CPR). Dr. Chavez serves as Western Colorado University's Dean of Graduate

Western Colorado University will begin the transition from Blackboard to Canvas this semester.

When Tim DeLory ’17 first came to campus, he didn’t realize the world of insects could be so big. “I first learned about social insects, including bees,

Follow Western students on a weeklong rafting expedition through Yampa Canyon as they explore its history, navigate whitewater, and discover the importance of protecting wild rivers.

The Center for Career Success helps you assess your strengths and provides tools to achieve your personal and professional goals.

Colorado Free Application Days will be held from October 15-17, 2024. During this three-day period, Colorado residents can submit applications for admission to ten participating institutions across the state without needing to pay application fees. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take your first steps on your Western adventure!

Western Colorado University outlines financial aid policies, including eligibility, academic progress, and award guidelines.

Grad students receive financial support from many sources, including personal savings, loans, scholarships, fellowships and assistantships.

Western Colorado University offers scholarships and financial aid for the Master of Arts in Education program.

Department & Administrative Office Directory makes it easy to find information for departments, organizations, services, and more. Click here to search.

Erich Ferchau graduated from high school in Gunnison, received his undergraduate degree from Western in 1979 and graduated from the University of Georgia with an…

Western Colorado University highlights its leadership teams, which focus on innovation, growth, and student success.

For 125 years, Western Colorado University has been shaped by the people, traditions, and place that define the Western Slope.

Western Colorado University sits on the Western Slope, an area west of the Continental Divide with diverse terrain. The city of Gunnison founded the institution in 1901 as Colorado State Normal School.

Support in discrimination, harassment, bias, and restorative justice for students, faculty, and staff at Western Colorado University's Center for Civil Rights.

Western Colorado University supports diversity and inclusion as core values.

Western Colorado University’s Admissions Office assists with applications, campus visits, enrollment, and personalized guidance.

The Mail Center at Western Colorado University handles shipping for students, faculty, and staff.

Western Colorado University provides campus tours, admitted student events, and virtual visit options in Gunnison.

Western Colorado University offers campus tours, open houses, and mountain campus experiences in the Rocky Mountains.

At Western, students are immersed in experiential learning, guided by professors who care, in an outdoor landscape like no other.

Review Junior Mountaineers policies and resources at Western Colorado University, including registration information, safety guidelines, and required forms.

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