Eastern Washington University
About
Located in Cheney, Washington, just minutes from Spokane, Eastern Washington University (EWU) is renowned for providing highly accessible, high-value education, symbolized by its famously unique red turf at Roos Field. The university boasts exceptionally strong programs in business, education, and STEM, alongside top-tier health science degrees partially housed in Spokane's innovative, state-of-the-art Catalyst Building. On campus, students experience a welcoming, active community with over 150 student clubs and immediate access to Pacific Northwest outdoor recreation, from hiking to skiing. Distinctively, EWU stands out for its exceptional commitment to first-generation college students, offering robust support networks that drive impressive social mobility and career readiness.
Wikipedia:Eastern Washington University (EWU) is a public university in Cheney, Washington, United States. It shares Riverpoint Campus, its satellite campus in Spokane, Washington, with Washington State University.
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Eastern Washington University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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