Each of our accelerated “3+2” programs functions a bit differently, but in general you spend the first three years taking undergraduate courses and the last two taking graduate courses. After the fourth year, you earn your bachelor’s. After the fifth year, you earn your master’s. Explore all of our accelerated offerings! 3+2 ECOLOGY • B.S. in Biology or B.A. in Environment & Sustainability • M.S. in Ecology 3+2 HAEP • B.S. in Biology or Exercise & Sport Science • M.S. in Exercise & Sport Science, High Altitude Exercise Physiology 3+2 MBA • B.A. in Business Administration • MBA, Outdoor Industry 3+2 MEM • B.S. in Biology or B.A. in Business Administration, Environment & Sustainability, History, Politics & Government, Psychology, Recreation & Outdoor Education or Sociology • Master in Environmental Management
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Global Studies
Art History & Theory
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Pre-Law
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Graphic Design
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Pre-Law (minor)
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K-12 Licensure
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Secondary Licensure
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Studio Art
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Web Design & Development (minor)
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COMMUNICATION ARTS— MAJOR & MINOR
PSYCHOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR •
Clinical, Counseling & School Psychology
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Experimental
RECREATION & OUTDOOR EDUCATION— MAJOR & MINOR
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Film Studies
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Strategic Communication
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Theatre & Performance Studies
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Outdoor Environmental Education
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Film (minor)
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Outdoor Leadership
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Public Relations (minor)
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Recreation Management
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Theatre (minor)
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Pre-Med/Cell & Molecular
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Pre-Nursing
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Pre-Physical Therapy
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Secondary Licensure
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Wildlife & Conservation
CHEMISTRY— MAJOR & MINOR
ENGLISH—MAJOR & MINOR •
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Criminal Justice
Creative Writing
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Secondary Licensure
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Humanities & Diversity (minor)
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION—MAJOR •
Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education
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SPANISH—MAJOR & MINOR •
K-12 Licensure
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION— MAJOR & MINOR •
Energy Management
Diversity, Equality & Inclusivity
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Finance
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Global Citizenship
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math
Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship (ICE)
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY— MAJOR & MINOR
• Poetry
Secondary Licensure
• Publishing
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS
• Screenwriting
Earn a Computer Science or Engineering degree from University of Colorado Boulder—all on Western’s campus.
MASTER IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (MEM)
• First two years: Take Western courses with Western professors as a Western student.
• Global Sustainability
• Last two years: Take University of Colorado Boulder courses with University of Colorado Boulder professors as a University of Colorado Boulder student on Western’s campus.
COMPUTER SCIENCE— MAJOR & MINOR •
Data Science
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Information Security
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Software Engineering
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Web Design & Development (minor)
EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE— MAJOR & MINOR •
Clinical Exercise Science
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Health & Fitness
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K-12 Licensure, PE (minor)
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Sport & Fitness Management
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Sport Psychology (minor)
GEOLOGY—MAJOR & MINOR Environmental Geology
Latin American Business
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Geoarchaeology
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Management
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Petroleum Geology
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Marketing
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Secondary Licensure
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Resort Management
MATHEMATICS— MAJOR & MINOR
Individualized Contract
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Business Analytics (minor)
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Water Studies
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Business Law (minor)
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Actuarial Science
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ICE (minor)
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Data Analytics (minor)
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Sales (minor)
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Secondary Licensure
GEOGRAPHY AND GEOSPATIAL ANALYSIS—MINOR
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Financial Analysis
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Professional
HISTORY—MAJOR & MINOR •
Public History
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Secondary Licensure
LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES—MINOR
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K-12 Licensure
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Music Business
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Music Technology (minor)
ECONOMICS—MAJOR & MINOR •
Secondary Licensure
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS
• Nature Writing (Earth StoryCraft)
Biochemistry
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ACCOUNTING—MAJOR & MINOR
• Genre Fiction
This is the first year of our new Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering, which houses Western’s Math and Computer Science programs along with two special programs offered in conjunction with the University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering & Applied Science.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE—MINOR
GRADUATE PROGRAM IN CREATIVE WRITING (MFA OR M.A.)
PAUL M. RADY SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
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SOCIOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR
MUSIC—MAJOR & MINOR
3+2 MGES • B.A. in Art or History • M.A. in Art, Gallery Management & Exhibits Specialization
POLITICS & GOVERNMENT MAJOR & MINOR
BIOLOGY—MAJOR & MINOR • Environmental Biology & Ecology
Graduate Programs
PHYSICS—MINOR
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS •
Computer Science
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Mechanical Engineering
• Integrative & Public Land Management • Sustainable & Resilient Communities
MASTER OF ARTS IN ART, GALLERY MANAGEMENT & EXHIBITS SPECIALIZATION MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION • Educator Effectiveness • Principal Licensure • Teacher Licensure
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE, HIGH ALTITUDE EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ECOLOGY • Ecology & Conservation • Fisheries & Wildlife Management
ART—MAJOR • Ceramics •
Graphic Design
MBA, OUTDOOR INDUSTRY
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Jewelry
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Painting
• Product Concentration
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
• Service Concentration
Josh Hirschman
SUPPORT SERVICES
“The people here don’t let you fall through the cracks,” Josh Hirschman said.
• Disability Services
• Academic Advising • Exploratory Program for Undeclared Students
Josh, who took a year off to travel after he left his former school out East, is known for his enthusiasm and “yes” attitude. His first week at Western, he decided to attend freshman orientation in addition to transfer orientation. “I took a picture of my buddy’s schedule and would cherry-pick the events I wanted to go to,” he said. “Everyone was so welcoming. It’s just a very accepting environment here.”
50+ CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY
• Academic • Passion
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM)
For more information, please visit western.edu/veteran, email va_rep@western.edu or call 970.943.2048.
LAUNCH YOUR CAREER
View the complete list at western.edu/clubs.
NCAA DIVISION II
MOUNTAIN SPORTS
gomountaineers.com
western.edu/mountainsports
WESTERNERS IN TRANSITION (WIT)
MEN’S • Basketball
• Alpine Skiing
• Cross Country
• Freeride Skiing & Snowboarding
• Football • Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor) • Wrestling WOMEN’S • Basketball
Curious about EPIC Mentors? Visit western.edu/epic to learn more!
• Climbing • Freestyle Skiing & Snowboarding • Mountain Biking • Nordic Skiing • Road Cycling • Ski Mountaineering • Trail Running
• Cross Country
Making the transition to a new college can be a confusing one. That’s why we pair every incoming transfer student with an Experienced Peer Initiating Connections (EPIC) Mentor to guide them through the enrollment process and first year at Western. Once you’re off and running, your EPIC Mentor will be there to answer any questions you have and to connect you with any resources you may need.
Explore our STEM offerings at western.edu/undergraduate/programs.
• Writing Center
ATHLETICS
EPIC MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Western’s diverse curriculum prepares you to do just that.
• International Student Services
• Wilderness Pursuits
WIT is a campus-based program that helps nontraditional students balance the demands of life and/or work with those of a Western education. Students eligible for the WIT scholarships and services are: spouses, parents, veterans or those over 24 years old.
Employers tell us they’re looking for engineers, computer scientists and technology workers who can do more than design and program; they’re looking for employees who think critically, write well and have both the hard and soft skills needed to succeed in the workplace.
• Peer Tutoring
To learn more, visit western.edu/career.
• Multicultural Center
Western’s roots are in the liberal arts, and we bring the same curiosity and problem-solving skills to our technical fields as well.
• Honors Program
Career Services is here to help you craft your next adventure. We offer career preparation resources, individual and group career advising, alumni and employer networking and tools to help you understand yourself and the contributions you can make in society.
Our clubs and organizations fall into four categories:
The planned 75,000-square-foot building will offer versatile teaching and lab spaces—including advanced instrumentation rooms, two large theater-style classrooms, and indoor and outdoor spaces designed to promote collaboration.
• Math Tutoring Center
We’re committed to ensuring you succeed at Western and to simplifying the educational benefits process.
Three years after arriving, Josh had become a Geiman Fellow, University Innovation Fellow, Mountain Sports athlete, Intramural athlete and student ambassador—in addition to earning his B.S. in Computer Science.
• Earn a B.S. from University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering & Applied Science.
• LEAD (Leadership, Engagement and Development)
VETERANS BENEFITS
Wendy Carol
ART—MAJOR & MINOR
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
• Soccer
CLUB SPORTS
• Swimming & Diving
western.edu/clubsports
• Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor) • Volleyball COED • Cheerleading VARSITY
18 STUDENTS | AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
Carley Clegg
Western offers a multitude of accelerated degrees, allowing you to earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years—saving you time and money. Pursuing this path also gets you out into the workforce, earning a paycheck and contributing to society sooner than if you had pursued a standard pathway.
ANTHROPOLOGY— MAJOR & MINOR
PHILOSOPHY—MINOR
Taylor Cull
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Randall Gee
ACCELERATED PROGRAMS
• Esports
INTRAMURAL SPORTS western.edu/intramuralsports