Western Colorado University’s School of Graduate Studies (SGS) is comprised of cutting-edge graduate programs committed to accelerating your career. Upon joining our graduate community, you will become part of an expansive network of graduate professionals who are eager to learn, interact and explore together.
Prospective Students
Discover Western’s School of Graduate Studies.
Western’s School of Graduate Studies offers ten degree programs and 23 specialized degree concentrations. Serving over 400 graduate students, these programs bring together distinguished professors and practitioners in a supportive academic environment dedicated to excellence.
If you have questions about graduate studies at Western, contact graduatestudies@western.edu or request information below.
Making an impact
Western’s graduate programs serve our region, our nation and the world by educating advanced students to make substantial contributions to their professions.
Graduate Student Resources
Helpful information to guide your graduate journey.
We recognize that applying to graduate school can seem like a big undertaking. If you have questions about our programs, enrollment, financial aid, the admissions process or anything else, please feel free to reach out to the Graduate Studies Office at graduatestudies@western.edu. Our helpful team is happy to provide personalized assistance to facilitate your seamless transition to Western’s School of Graduate Studies. The links below provide a list of resources and helpful information to guide you through applying to our graduate programs.
Graduate Student Resources Prepare and Apply Accepted Student Checklist
Dedicated to excellence
A panel of faculty members from the Graduate Program in Creative Writing listens to students as they read their theses.
Financial Aid
Investing in your graduate education.
We know that the decision to pursue a graduate degree is a significant commitment of time, energy and resources. At Western, you’ll have the option to receive financial support from a variety of sources, including loans, scholarships, fellowships and graduate assistantships. Upon admission, we encourage you to research whether you are eligible for FAFSA and submit the application as soon as possible. The friendly staff in the Financial Aid and Cashier’s Office are available to provide you more information about financing options. The link below provides more information about how to apply for financial aid.
Committed to your success
Western graduate students gain access to an external network of resources and opportunities that are exciting, real and immediate.
News & Research
Spotlight
Kelsey Sloane
Alumna
Kelsey Sloane is a curator, writer, and arts administrator from Troy, New York. She received her MA in Gallery Management & Exhibition Specialization (MGES, now MGMM) from Western Colorado University in 2020, and completed her BA with a dual degree in Art History and Arts Management from Purchase College in 2016.
Torrie Nickel
Alumni
“It all comes down to the fact that Western professors are very good at noticing when someone can excel,” says Nickel. “They see the possibility in someone and they foster and take people under their wings.”
Stephanie Edwards
Alumni
“At Western I got to work with professors and people from all over the country. This made for a more holistic understanding.”
Melanie Armstrong, Ph.D.
Faculty
"Melanie Armstrong brings scholarly and applied political approaches to her work with Western’s School of Environment & Sustainability, where she also serves as Public Lands Coordinator."
Jonathan Coop, Ph.D.
Faculty
“We can produce high-quality research and publish papers in scientific journals with our students. We’re out on the cutting edge of our field learning the things we don’t know yet."
Additional Resources
Department Information
School of Graduate Studies
Executive Director
Marlo FrazierExecutive Director, School of Graduate Studies Operations
Graduate Database Administrator & Analyst
Deanna Banker, B.S.Graduate Database Administrator & Analyst
Campus Location
Western Colorado University
Quigley Hall 115
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231
