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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

2020-2021 Catalog

Spring 2021 update

COVID-19 info, Spring 2021 update, Fall 2021 reopening plans Classes and Academics Spring 2021

Welcome to the 2020-2021 University Catalog

The Western Washington University catalog is the official source for academic programs and courses. Western offers nearly 200 undergraduate majors and more than 40 graduate programs, several new minors, certificates and more. Students are encouraged to utilize the catalog in planning their path to graduation. To access previous year catalogs, go to the drop down menu at the top right of the homepage.

WHAT’S NEW

DEGREE WORKS

COMMENCEMENT
Changes take place in the University Catalog each year. Go to the What’s New  link for more details. Western’s academic planning and degree progress tool is available for students and advisors. Access Degree Works from within your Web4U. Western has commencement ceremonies quarterly. Students attend a ceremony the quarter they are completing their degree. Find information about each ceremony at the Commencement page.
The Institute for Energy Studies offers interdisciplinary degrees to prepare graduates to advance the zero-carbon energy transition by addressing the science, technology, policy, business and economic aspects of energy systems. The Western energy curriculum includes courses and degrees in Electric (energy) Engineering (BS, ABET-certified), Energy Science & Technology (BS), Energy Policy & Management (BA), and Business & (energy) Sustainability (BA), as well as minors in Energy Policy and Energy Science, and several certificates.

2020-2021 Holiday & Observance Calendar (also includes future religious and holiday calendars)

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