Graduate Admissions
Western’s School of Graduate Studies is here to help you advance your career by taking the next steps in your educational journey. With a robust offering of unique programs, our master’s degrees and certificate programs are geared toward helping you succeed in a multitude of industries, no matter your professional or academic background.
Graduate Program Opportunities
Western Colorado University offers nine master’s degrees and seven graduate certificates:
Master’s Degrees
- Graduate Program in Creative Writing (M.A. and MFA)
- Master of Arts in Education
- Master of Arts in Special Education
- Master of Behavioral Science in Rural Community Health
- Master in Environmental Management
- Master of Science in Ecology
- Master of Science in Exercise & Sport Science: High Altitude Exercise Physiology
- Outdoor Industry MBA
Graduate Certificates
- Economic and Legal Foundations in the Outdoor Industry
- Energy Geoscience
- Marketing & Branding in the Outdoor Industry
- Outdoor Product Innovation and Management in the Outdoor Industry
- Responsible Organizational Leadership in the Outdoor Industry
- Service Excellence and Sustainable Operations in the Outdoor Industry
- Sustainable Financial Management in the Outdoor Industry
Get In Touch
For information about Western’s graduate programs, please visit our School of Graduate Studies, or contact us at 970.943.2125 or graduatestudies@western.edu.
Program Admission Requirements
Each of Western’s master’s degrees and certificate programs have varying admission requirements. Click below to learn more about applying to our programs:
- Energy Geoscience Admission Requirements
- Graduate Program in Creative Writing (MFA & MA) Admission Requirements
- Master of Arts in Education Admission Requirements
- Master of Arts in Special Education Admission Requirements
- Master of Behavioral Heath in Rural Community Health Admission Requirements
- Master in Environmental Management Admission Requirements
- Master of of Science in Ecology Admission Requirements
- Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science: High Altitude Exercise Physiology Admission Requirements
- Outdoor Industry MBA Admission Requirements
Questions About Applying?
Don’t hesitate to reach out to our office directly! We’re happy to discuss your unique application and help make your enrollment process as smooth as possible.
Graduate Admissions Application
Prospective students applying to graduate programs at Western can use the Online Graduate Application. Those seeking readmission should contact the School of Graduate Studies directly.
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We understand that applying to a university can be daunting, which is why we make our admission process as simple and straightforward as possible. Learn more about applying to your program of choice at Western.
Visit Western
The best way to find out what makes Western such a special place is to experience it for yourself. Our student-led tours give you an insider’s perspective on everything from academics to student life.
Alumni Community
We keep the Mountaineer spirit going strong within our alumni community. Whether getting together with friends at an annual event, making a donation or mentoring a student, graduates continue to play an important role in the Western community.
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