West Chester University
Something happens when you find yourself here. You find your passion. You find it in labs, lectures, out in left field. You find it on stage, behind a camera, in front of a blank page. You find more than a direction. You find your element.
Find Your Program
Choosing a program begins a transformative journey. Here you will find a range of options—some science learning, majors for creative types, and several somewhere in between—and whatever direction you choose, you will find a path to a wiser you.


Find Your Element. Feed your mind.Academics
With over 180 diverse academic opportunities, West Chester University has made it possible for every student to find their element. With degrees ranging from accounting to African American studies to marine biology, we’re confident that our students can find what they love and make it their own.
So Much Life. So Many Things.Student Life
Everyone has their thing, and no matter what yours happens to be, we're confident you can find it among our 300+ clubs and organizations. Whether you’re interested in the NAACP or the Bollywood dance club, passion is in our DNA and it is our priority that we help you find yours.


Let the Journey Begin.Admissions
When you choose WCU you choose discovery. With 64 undergraduate programs, 43 tracks, 90 minors and 44 fields of study—not to mention the close proximity to Philly, DC and NYC—you can't avoid finding new perspectives, new passions, a new you.
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Demand for a West Chester University education remains high and consistent growth continues with more than 16,500+ undergraduate and graduate students. A constant forward motion propels this distinctive University; it is fueled by our relentless resolve to help students be successful.
- West Chester University President Chris Fiorentino, Ph.D.
Location
We're proud of our beautiful campus and the unique charm that defines West Chester. But with three of the country's most dynamic cities - DC, Philadelphia and New York City - just a short ride away, escapes are kind of necessary.
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Upcoming Events

faculty recital: elizabeth pfaffle, horn & wcu chamber winds
Monday, December 4, 2023, 8 - 9:30pm

wcu trilovati flute ensemble concert
Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 8:15 - 9:45pm

madeleine wing adler concert series
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statesmen jazz ensemble concert
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 8:15 - 9:45pm

24th annual broadway cares/equity fights aids benefit concert & silent auction
Multiple Dates/Times

102nd annual holiday program
Saturday, December 9, 2023, 3 - 4:30pm

wcu wind ensemble concert
Multiple Dates/Times

collegium musicum concert
Sunday, December 10, 2023, 7:30 - 9pm

fall semester: last day of classes
Monday, December 11, 2023, 8am - 9pm

last day of fall semester classes
Monday, December 11, 2023, 8am - 10pm

final exams
Tuesday, December 12, 8am - Saturday, December 16, 2023, 10pm

december graduation ceremonies
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new student orientation
Friday, January 12, 2024, 8am - 4pm

first day of classes: spring semester 2024
Monday, January 22, 2024, 8am - 10pm

faculty recital: kimberly reighley, flute
Monday, January 29, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

new music at wcu
Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

concert choir concert
Friday, February 9, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

cancelled: concert choir concert
Sunday, February 11, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

2024 international trumpet festival
Friday, February 16, 7:30am - Saturday, February 17, 2024, 9:30pm

mastersingers concert
Sunday, February 18, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

wcu symphony orchestra: irving h. cohen memorial & concerto winners' concert
Sunday, February 18, 2024, 7 - 8:30pm

concert band & chamber winds concert
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

and now: a word from our friends lecture series
Friday, February 23, 2024, 12 - 1pm

wind ensemble & wind symphony concert
Sunday, February 25, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

faculty recital: jonathan ragonese, saxophone
Monday, February 26, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

winter choral festival
Thursday, February 29, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

faculty recital: ovidiu marinescu, cello
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

faculty recital: stephen ng, tenor
Monday, March 4, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

bach celebration
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

34th annual wcu jazz festival: ritual auras: phil haynes & herb robertson
Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 12 - 1:30pm

34th annual wcu jazz festival: faculty jazz concert
Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

34th annual wcu jazz festival: ron thomas trio featuring steve meashey and chris loser
Thursday, March 21, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

34th annual wcu jazz festival: bob mintzer & criterions jazz ensemble
Friday, March 22, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

34th annual wcu jazz festival: high school jazz festival
Saturday, March 23, 2024, 10am - 5pm

wind ensemble: east meets west
Sunday, March 24, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

faculty recital: ralph sorrentino, percussion
Monday, March 25, 2024, 8 - 9pm

new music at wcu: homegrown
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 8:15 - 9:30pm

faculty recital: in young lee, soprano
Monday, April 1, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

trilovati flute ensemble concert
Thursday, April 4, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

wcu trumpet ensemble concert
Sunday, April 7, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

faculty recital: quintsylvania winds
Monday, April 8, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

spring choral festival
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

guitar ensemble concert
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

faculty recital: dalí quartet
Thursday, April 11, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

ens new music (cooper/arne)
Thursday, April 11, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

wcu latin jazz ensemble and wcu steel band "sounds of the caribbean"
Friday, April 12, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

vok faculty - african american art song recital
Monday, April 15, 2024, 8 - 9:30pm

wcu percussion ensemble concert
Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

wcu symphony orchestra & combined choirs
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

wcu jazz combos & statesmen concert
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

wcu wind symphony & wcu concert band concert
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 8:15 - 9:45pm

wcu symphony orchestra presents: 7th annual concert on the quad
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 4:30 - 7:30pm

wcu brass ensembles concert
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 7 - 9pm

wcu chamber winds concert
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 3:30 - 4:30pm

wcu collegium musicum recital
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

wcu criterions jazz concert
Friday, May 3, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

wcu opera theatre: candide
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