Central Washington University: programs, outcomes and local jobs

Central Washington University at a glance

• 7,833

  students enrolled

• 2,344

  degrees and certificates a year

• 54%

  of students complete

  College Scorecard

• $18,476

  average net price a year

  Tuition $7,021 in state, $24,600 out of state

• $49,398

  median earnings, 6 years after entry

• $61,580

  median earnings, 10 years after entry

  89% working

Executive education programs and Career retraining programs listed on its site.

What students study

AI and data programs

Degrees and certificates awarded in 2024, by program area and level, from IPEDS completions.

The job market around Central Washington University

Professional jobs listed in the cities of Kittitas County, where the college is.

• 7

  open professional jobs

• 1

  entry level

• 0%

  ask for AI skills

  0 jobs

• 4.6%

  unemployment in Kittitas County

  2026-08 · down 0.2 points from a year earlier

• $69,928

  median household income

  Kittitas County

• 38%

  of workers are in professional jobs

  estimated 3.0% unemployment among them

Jobs that fit what students study here: most degrees are in education, business & management, psychology, which lead to finance (2 open), sales (2 open).

Hiring most: County of Kittitas (WA) (2), Owens Corning (2), CoralTree Hospitality (1), Safeway (1), Town & Country Credit Union (1).

What they hire for: Engineering (2), Finance (2), Sales (2). Engineering jobs

Job search help near campus

Workforce board: South Central Workforce Development Council.

• WorkSource Kittitas CountyEllensburg · 509-690-5311 · Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Friday - CLOSED

American Job Centers are free, public career offices.

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Common questions

How big is Central Washington University?

Central Washington University enrolls about 7,833 students and is a public 4-year institution in Ellensburg, Washington. It awards about 2,344 degrees and certificates a year.

What is the graduation rate at Central Washington University?

54% of students complete, from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (IPEDS 2023 / Scorecard 2026-06).

What do Central Washington University graduates earn?

Median earnings of students who received federal aid are $49,398 six years after entry and $61,580 ten years after entry, from the College Scorecard.

Does Central Washington University offer AI or data science degrees?

Yes. Central Washington University awarded degrees or certificates in data science (bachelor) in 2024, from IPEDS completions by program.

Are there jobs near Central Washington University?

7 open professional jobs are listed in Kittitas County, 1 of them entry level and 0 saying no experience is needed. County of Kittitas (WA) has the most openings.