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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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you least
expect
it, you'll
find it
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When the
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surprises
you, you'll
find it
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When
you are
here,
you'll find
it
.

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All of us share a deep passion for West Chester University and this passion continues to grow exponentially with each graduating class. I fell in love with WCU when I first came to this campus many years ago and I want every student to fall in love with WCU, too. I want students to feel that when they step onto this campus they belong here, they're happy that they came here, and this is where they want to be.

- West Chester University President R. Lorraine Bernotsky, DPhil

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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to WCU Faculty Experts

Visit the Media Guide to WCU Faculty Experts to find a faculty member with expertise in a specific field.

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Dr. Michelle Kaulback

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College of Health Sciences

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Dr. Ashley Miller

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Dr. Eric Owens

Professor

College of Education and Social Work

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Upcoming Events

  • Nov21, 22 +

    theatre and dance presents, "the eumenides"

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Nov21

    wcu studio music ensemble concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Nov22

    cancelled: and now: a word from our friends lecture series

    Friday, November 22, 2024, 11am - 12pm

  • Nov24

    wcu brass ensembles concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Nov25

    art + design presents, "art of the pop-up"

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Nov25

    faculty recital: carl cranmer, piano

    Monday, November 25, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Nov26

    wcu percussion ensemble concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Nov27

    thanksgiving break: no classes

    Wednesday, November 27, 8am - Sunday, December 1, 2024, 10pm

  • Nov28

    thanksgiving: no classes & university offices closed

    Thursday, November 28, 2024, 8am - 10pm

  • Dec02

    statesmen concert

    Monday, December 2, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Dec02

    wcu chamber winds concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Dec04

    wcu trilovati flute ensemble concert

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Dec06, 07 +

    25th annual broadway cares/equity fights aids

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Dec07

    103rd annual holiday program

    Saturday, December 7, 2024, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Dec08

    wcu wind ensemble concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Dec08

    wcu collegium musicum concert

    Sunday, December 8, 2024, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Dec09

    last day of fall semester classes

    Monday, December 9, 2024, 8am - 10pm

  • Dec10

    final exams for the fall semester

    Tuesday, December 10, 8am - Saturday, December 14, 2024, 10pm

  • Dec13, 14

    december graduation ceremonies

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Jan28

    faculty recital: in young lee, soprano & in joon yang, tenor

    Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb02

    faculty recital: stephen ng, tenor

    Sunday, February 2, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Feb03

    faculty recital: kimberly reighley, flute

    Monday, February 3, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb04

    faculty recital: elizabeth pfaffle, horn & jonathan fowler, tuba

    Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb09

    faculty recital: emily bullock, mezzo-soprano

    Sunday, February 9, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Feb10

    faculty quintet recital: quintsylvania winds

    Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb14

    concert choir concert

    Friday, February 14, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb16

    mastersingers concert

    Sunday, February 16, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Feb16

    wcu symphony orchestra concert

    Sunday, February 16, 2025, 7 - 8:30pm

  • Feb17

    faculty recital: jesús morales, cello

    Monday, February 17, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb19

    new music at wcu featuring evan chapman

    Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb20

    wcu chamber winds & concert band concert

    Thursday, February 20, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb21

    and now: a word from our friends lecture series

    Friday, February 21, 2025, 11am - 12pm

  • Feb23

    wcu wind ensemble & wind symphony concert

    Sunday, February 23, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Feb24

    faculty recital: henry grabb, oboe & jonathan gaarder, bassoon

    Monday, February 24, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb26

    wcu chamber orchestra concert

    Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb27, 28

    theatre and dance presents, "the red bike"

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Feb27

    winter choral festival

    Thursday, February 27, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Feb28

    yesterday and today: the interactive beatles experience

    Friday, February 28, 2025, 7 - 8:30pm

  • Mar02

    wcu symphony orchestra: irving h. cohen memorial & concerto competition winners' concert

    Sunday, March 2, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Mar17

    guest artist recital: scott sutherland, tuba

    Monday, March 17, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Mar19

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: student showcase

    Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 12 - 1:30pm

  • Mar19

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: faculty jazz concert

    Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Mar20

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: steve wilson and gary versace

    Thursday, March 20, 2025, 12 - 1:30pm

  • Mar20

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: the chamber world of steve wilson with diane monroe

    Thursday, March 20, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Mar21

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: "management, the road, booking, and more"

    Friday, March 21, 2025, 12 - 1:30pm

  • Mar21

    35th annual wcu jazz festival: steve wilson meets the criterions

    Friday, March 21, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Mar21, 22 +

    theatre and dance presents, "student written one acts"

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Mar22

    *35th annual wcu jazz festival: high school jazz festival

    Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10am - 4:30pm

  • Mar22

    *35th annual wcu jazz festival: steve wilson meets the wind ensemble

    Saturday, March 22, 2025, 5 - 6:30pm

  • Mar23

    wind ensemble concert: east meets west wind band invitational

    Sunday, March 23, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Mar27

    new music at wcu:the living earth show

    Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Mar30

    faculty recital: karen dannessa, clarinet

    Sunday, March 30, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Apr01

    bach celebration

    Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr03, 04 +

    theatre and dance presents, "rent"

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Apr03

    trilovati flute ensemble concert

    Thursday, April 3, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr04

    wcu latin jazz ensemble and wcu steel band "sounds of the caribbean"

    Friday, April 4, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr06

    liberty youth wind symphony concert

    Sunday, April 6, 2025, 3 - 4:30pm

  • Apr06

    wcu trumpet ensemble concert

    Sunday, April 6, 2025, 7 - 8:30pm

  • Apr08

    spring choral festival

    Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr09

    new music at wcu! now society

    Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr10

    guest artist recital: samite

    Thursday, April 10, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr16

    woodwind chamber recital

    Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr17

    keyboard honors recital

    Thursday, April 17, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr22

    wcu guitar ensemble concert

    Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr23

    wcu wind symphony & concert band concert

    Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr24, 25 +

    spring dance concert

    Multiple Dates/Times

  • Apr24

    vocal honors recital

    Thursday, April 24, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr25

    wcu symphony orchestra & combined choirs concert

    Friday, April 25, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr29

    wcu collegium musicum recital

    Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • Apr29

    wcu statesmen concert

    Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • May02

    wcu criterions concert

    Friday, May 2, 2025, 7:30 - 9pm

  • May03, 04

    wcu opera theatre: hansel and gretel

    Multiple Dates/Times

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