MASTER OF ARTS IN ART, GALLERY MANAGEMENT & EXHIBITS SPECIALIZATION MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION • Educator Effectiveness • Principal Licensure • Teacher Licensure MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE, HIGH ALTITUDE EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ECOLOGY • Ecology & Conservation • Fisheries & Wildlife Management MBA, OUTDOOR INDUSTRY • Product Concentration • Service Concentration
POLITICS & GOVERNMENT MAJOR & MINOR
BIOLOGY—MAJOR & MINOR • Environmental Biology & Ecology
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Global Studies
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Art History & Theory
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Pre-Law
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Graphic Design
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Pre-Law (minor)
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K-12 Licensure
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Secondary Licensure
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Studio Art
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Web Design & Development (minor)
COMMUNICATION ARTS— MAJOR & MINOR
PSYCHOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR •
Clinical, Counseling & School Psychology
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Experimental
RECREATION & OUTDOOR EDUCATION— MAJOR & MINOR
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Film Studies
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Strategic Communication
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Theatre & Performance Studies
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Film (minor)
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Outdoor Leadership
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Public Relations (minor)
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Recreation Management
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Theatre (minor)
Outdoor Environmental Education
ENGLISH—MAJOR & MINOR •
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Criminal Justice
Creative Writing
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Secondary Licensure
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Humanities & Diversity (minor)
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION—MAJOR •
Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education
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SPANISH—MAJOR & MINOR •
K-12 Licensure
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION— MAJOR & MINOR •
Energy Management
Diversity, Equality & Inclusivity
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Finance
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Global Citizenship
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math
Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship (ICE)
Pre-Nursing
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Pre-Physical Therapy
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Secondary Licensure
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Wildlife & Conservation
CHEMISTRY— MAJOR & MINOR •
Biochemistry
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Secondary Licensure
COMPUTER SCIENCE— MAJOR & MINOR •
Data Science
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Information Security
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Software Engineering
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Web Design & Development (minor)
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY— MAJOR & MINOR
EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE— MAJOR & MINOR •
Clinical Exercise Science
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Health & Fitness
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K-12 Licensure, PE (minor)
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Sport & Fitness Management
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Sport Psychology (minor)
GEOLOGY—MAJOR & MINOR •
Environmental Geology
Latin American Business
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Geoarchaeology
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Management
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Petroleum Geology
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Marketing
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Secondary Licensure
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Resort Management
MATHEMATICS— MAJOR & MINOR
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Individualized Contract
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Business Analytics (minor)
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Water Studies
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Business Law (minor)
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Actuarial Science
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ICE (minor)
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Data Analytics (minor)
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Sales (minor)
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Secondary Licensure
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE—MINOR
ACCOUNTING—MAJOR & MINOR •
Financial Analysis
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Professional
HISTORY—MAJOR & MINOR •
Public History
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Secondary Licensure
LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES—MINOR
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Pre-Med/Cell & Molecular
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SOCIOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR
GEOGRAPHY AND GEOSPATIAL ANALYSIS—MINOR
STUDY ABROAD
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MUSIC—MAJOR & MINOR •
K-12 Licensure
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Music Business
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Music Technology (minor)
ECONOMICS—MAJOR & MINOR •
Secondary Licensure
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS ART—MAJOR • Ceramics •
Graphic Design
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Jewelry
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Painting
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
PHYSICS—MINOR
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS •
Computer Science
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Mechanical Engineering
Accelerated Programs ACCELERATE YOUR EDUCATION, ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER Western offers a multitude of accelerated degrees, allowing you to earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years—saving you time and money. Pursuing this path also gets you out into the workforce, earning a paycheck and contributing to society sooner than if you had pursued a standard pathway. Each of our accelerated “3+2” programs functions a bit differently, but in general you spend the first three years taking undergraduate courses and the last two taking graduate courses. After the fourth year, you earn your bachelor’s. After the fifth year, you earn your master’s.
PAUL M. RADY SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Daisy Rivera-Ramirez
This is the first year of our new Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering, which houses Western’s Math and Computer Science programs along with two special programs offered in conjunction with the University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering & Applied Science.
Daisy Rivera-Ramirez came to campus as a firstgeneration student to study Psychology and Sociology with a Criminal Justice emphasis. She served as the Multicultural Center (MCC) Director for Student Government Association, Treasurer of the Native American Student Council and a member of Amigos— in addition to being an Orientation Leader and playing club soccer.
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS
“I want to make sure that everyone feels welcome. Whether that be in the MCC or in another club on campus,” Daisy said.
Earn a Computer Science or Engineering degree from University of Colorado Boulder—all on Western’s campus. • First two years: Take Western courses with Western professors as a Western student.
Explore all of our accelerated offerings!
• Last two years: Take University of Colorado Boulder courses with University of Colorado Boulder professors as a University of Colorado Boulder student on Western’s campus.
3+2 ECOLOGY
• Earn a B.S. from University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering & Applied Science.
3+2 HAEP • B.S. in Biology or Exercise & Sport Science • M.S. in Exercise & Sport Science, High Altitude Exercise Physiology
3+2 MBA • B.A. in Business Administration • MBA, Outdoor Industry
3+2 MEM • B.S. in Biology or B.A. in Business Administration, Environment & Sustainability, History, Politics & Government, Psychology, Recreation & Outdoor Education or Sociology • Master in Environmental Management
3+2 MGES • B.A. in Art or History • M.A. in Art, Gallery Management & Exhibits Specialization
• Disability Services • Exploratory Program for Undeclared Students
“Western gave me the chance to voice my opinions in a safe environment but also try new things and have the leadership opportunities that I wouldn’t have gotten at a bigger university,” she said.
• Peer Tutoring
• International Student Services
• Veteran Benefits
• Passion
The Office of Career Services supports all Western students in the pursuit of meaningful careers and lives through individual and group advising, campus programming and engagement with students, employers and alumni.
Employers tell us they’re looking for engineers, computer scientists and technology workers who can do more than design and program; they’re looking for employees who think critically, write well and have both the hard and soft skills needed to succeed in the workplace. Western’s diverse curriculum prepares you to do just that.
18 STUDENTS | AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
• Career and internship fairs • Professional development programming • Career Closet
• Multicultural Center
ATHLETICS
• Wilderness Pursuits
NCAA DIVISION II
MOUNTAIN SPORTS
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western.edu/mountainsports
MEN’S • Basketball
• Alpine Skiing
EPIC MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
• Cross Country
• Freeride Skiing & Snowboarding
Making the transition to college can be a confusing one. That’s why we pair every incoming student with an Experienced Peer Initiating Connections (EPIC) Mentor to guide them through summer and their first year at Western.
• Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor)
View the complete list at western.edu/clubs.
Western’s roots are in the liberal arts, and we bring the same curiosity and problem-solving skills to our technical fields as well.
• Writing Center
LAUNCH YOUR CAREER
• Career and internship search support
• Academic
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM)
• Math Tutoring Center
• Honors Program
• Mock interviews
Our clubs and organizations fall into four categories:
The planned 75,000-square-foot building will offer versatile teaching and lab spaces—including advanced instrumentation rooms, two large theater-style classrooms, and indoor and outdoor spaces designed to promote collaboration.
• LEAD (Leadership, Engagement and Development)
Resources include:
50+ CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY
Explore our STEM offerings at western.edu/undergraduate/programs.
• Academic Advising
• Resume and cover letter reviews
• B.S. in Biology or B.A. in Environment & Sustainability • M.S. in Ecology
SUPPORT SERVICES
Wendy Carol
ART—MAJOR & MINOR
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
• Football
• Wrestling WOMEN’S • Basketball
EPIC Mentors are upperclassmen who empower you with the resources you need to connect with campus and the Gunnison community. Once you’re off and running, your EPIC Mentor will be there to answer any questions you have and to connect you with any resources you may need.
• Cross Country
Curious about EPIC Mentors? Visit western.edu/epic to learn more!
COED
• Climbing • Freestyle Skiing & Snowboarding • Mountain Biking • Nordic Skiing • Road Cycling • Ski Mountaineering • Trail Running
• Soccer
CLUB SPORTS
• Swimming & Diving
western.edu/clubsports
• Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor) • Volleyball
• Cheerleading Delaney Adrian
MASTER IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (MEM) • Global Sustainability • Integrative & Public Land Management • Sustainable & Resilient Communities
ANTHROPOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR
PHILOSOPHY—MINOR
Taylor Cull
GRADUATE PROGRAM IN CREATIVE WRITING (MFA OR M.A.) • Genre Fiction • Nature Writing (Earth StoryCraft) • Poetry • Publishing • Screenwriting
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Meghan LaHatte
GRADUATE
VARSITY • Esports
INTRAMURAL SPORTS western.edu/intramuralsports
3OO+ DAYS OF SUNSHINE
PREVIEW DAYS
MERIT AID western.edu/cost
Visit campus for Preview Days and get a taste of the Mountaineer life. You’ll connect with current students, meet with professors, explore campus and more.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS: Immediately upon acceptance at Western, each student is considered for a merit scholarship based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores. Merit aid cannot be combined with tuition discount programs. To determine whether you qualify for a merit scholarship, visit western.edu/cost.
Find the details at: western.edu/preview
western.edu/aid
SCHOLARSHIPS: Money awarded based on academic or other GRANTS: Aid based on financial need that doesn’t need to be repaid. FEDERAL/STATE WORK-STUDY: Provides funding for students with
80% OF STUDENTS RECEIVE AID
financial need, allowing them to work on campus.
LOANS: Borrowed money that must be paid back. A Subsidized Loan
DIRECT COSTS FOR FALL/SPRING 2019-20 OUT-OF-STATE
TUITION
$6,624*
$18,096
DOUBLE ROOM
$5,030
$5,030
BOARD (15-MEAL/WEEK PLAN)
$4,674
$4,674
REQUIRED FEES
$3,812.84
$3,812.84
OPTIONAL FEES
$250
$250
TOTAL ANNUAL COST
$20,390.84
$31,862.84
*Reflects that the College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend has been applied. Colorado residents can register for the COF at cof.college-assist.org.
Friday, March 6, 2020 Saturday, March 28, 2020
(WUE) and Central Plains (CP) programs, students from certain states pay just 150 percent of Western’s total in-state tuition. For 2019-20, the discount is valued at $4,335. Students from neighboring states who demonstrate financial need are considered for an extra $1,000 per year grant, assessed annually.
= NEIGHBORING STATES = WUE = CP
CAN’T MAKE A PREVIEW DAY? Visit us for a campus tour and the opportunity to meet with a professor. Tours run MondayFriday at 10:30 a.m. and by appointment on Saturdays.
FAFSA: BEST PRACTICES Submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) kicks off the financial aid process. Consider the following tips to make the application process go more smoothly.
COMPLETE BY PRIORITY DEADLINE
CORRECTLY CLAIM DEPENDENCY
Most federal aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Submitting by March 1, 2020, ensures your best award package.
Most students under 24 are considered dependent and require their parents’ financial info.
APPLY TO WESTERN
VISIT PROPER WEBSITE
HAVE TAX INFO
Be suspicious of websites that require payment. You never have to pay to complete the FAFSA at fafsa.gov.
To complete FAFSA in one sitting, have student and parent tax info at your elbow. Use the IRS Data Retrieval tool for ease in transferring financials.
CREATE FSA IDS–PLURAL Students and parents must create separate FSA IDs. Don’t share these FSA IDs with anyone.
IF YOU’RE ACCEPTED BY NOV. 1, 2019—AND ARE ELIGIBLE FOR MERIT AID— YOU’LL RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $500 YOUR FIRST YEAR.
FALL 2019
SPRING 2020
DISCOUNT PROGRAMS: Under the Western Undergraduate Exchange
Go to western.edu/cost to calculate your estimated cost, and visit western.edu/finaid for more information on financial aid.
Head to western.edu/apply or submit the Common Application.
2019-20 PREVIEW DAYS Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019
is based on financial need; the federal government pays the interest while the borrower is in school. Interest on an Unsubsidized Loan is the student’s responsibility from day one. A Parent PLUS Loan is an additional option that requires a separate application and credit check.
IN-STATE
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Randall Gee
achievements (e.g., merit, program based, athletic).
Taylor Cull
TYPES OF AID
PROPERLY SIGN AND SUBMIT Your FAFSA will be rejected unless both student and parent sign then submit.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Gunnison, Colorado
Follow us on social media to explore our beautiful campus, find out about upcoming events, connect with fellow Mountaineers and celebrate all the reasons students choose to #GoWestern. facebook.com/WesternColoradoUniversity @westerncoloradouniversity @WesternColoU youtube.com/WesternColoradoUniversity
CAMPUS VISITS
western.edu/visit visit@western.edu 970.943.7083
ADMISSIONS
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Western at a Glance
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