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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.

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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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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 17,000+ 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.

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    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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    02.01.23

    WCU Helps Answer the National Teacher Pipeline Shortage by Teaching Schools How to "Grow Their Own"

    Fueled by a passion to help others learn and discover, teaching is one of the most inspirational careers one can take on. Post-pandemic, however, the profession has evolved dramatically and those who have dedicated themselves to the life-transforming career understand that it will take a lot more than tempting teachers with apples to swell the ranks. Interestingly, a significant factor associated with the current national teacher shortage (as outlined by the American Association of School Personnel Administrators) is decreased interest in the profession prompted by the perception of what it means to be a teacher.

    02.01.23

    Local Leader Andrew Dinniman Raises $112,000 to Champion Diversity Initiatives on the Anniversary of Frederick Douglass' Final Public Address at West Chester

    Former State Senator Andrew E. Dinniman has surpassed his goal of $100,000 to create the Dinniman Together Fund: Diversity Inclusion & Equity Endowment at West Chester University (WCU). The focus of the fund is to promote diversity and equity through a renewed emphasis on our common humanity.

    02.01.23

    Miss WCU Competition Highlights Leadership, Academic Achievement, Community Service

    Twelve WCU students will compete for $3,000+ in scholarships at the Miss West Chester University in-person competition on February 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall. The contest focuses on participants' leadership, academic achievement, and service to the community. Tickets will be available at the door: $10 for general admission, with proceeds benefiting scholarships for contestants.

    02.01.23

    Chemistry's Kurt Kolasinski Named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

    Kurt Kolasinski, WCU professor of chemistry, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals. This honor recognizes his lifetime work, specifically “his outstanding contributions to surface science and his efforts to educate others about this field.”

    01.25.23

    West Chester University Cheer Team Brings Home the Silver!

    As the spring semester hits the ground running at West Chester University, so has the WCU Cheer Team. West Chester University's Cheer Team recently earned a second-place finish in the Open All-Girl Game Day division at the elite competition produced by the Universal Cheerleaders Association and Universal Dance Association (UCA & UDA) held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. To clinch their silver medals, the team competed against 24 squads. The WCU Cheer Team is now the highest ranking D2 team in the U.S. for the second year in a row.