Pursue Your Passions at West Chester University

"The internships available through WCU... have provided students with invaluable experience working in the public arena. I feel very fortunate to have an opportunity to work closely with experts in the field of Public History while helping to develop an archive rich in content and with ease of accessibility to the public".

— Suzanne Irvin

Turn Your Potential into Possible with a Master's Degree from WCU

With more than 120+ graduate certificates, master’s and doctoral programs, WCU offers diverse pathways to your future. Affordability, flexibilty and small class sizes are hallmarks of the WCU graduate experience. So, no matter what program or delivery option you choose, you'll receive a personalized educational experience. You'll benefit from support services like tutoring and faculty mentorship along with networking opportunities and an alumni association with 132,000 alumni worldwide.

  • College of Arts and Humanities

    Understanding the Human Story

    The graduate programs in our College of Arts & Humanities foster creativity, collaboration and critical-thinking skills. Take your career to the next level with master's degrees in areas like English, Communication Studies, Foreign Languages, Philosophy and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), or certificates in business ethics, publishing and digital media marketing. You'll pair classroom knowledge with practical skills, find mentors in our experienced faculty and gain skills highly sought after across industries.

    Arts and Humanities Master's

  • College of Business and Public Management

    Build Your Future

    Develop essential leadership and management skills to set you apart from the competition at WCU's College of Business and Public Management. In degree programs like Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Urban Planning, Geography and Criminal Justice, you’ll learn critical-thinking and ethical decision-making strategies that prepare you to make an impact in any field you choose. You'll put classroom knowledge into practice through hands-on project opportunities, benefit from career services and graduate ready for a leadership role in your chosen field. You'll also benefit from WCU's extensive alumni network with more than 132,000 graduates worldwide.

    Business and Public Management Master's

  • College of Education and Social Work

    Become a Change Agent

    With programs accredited by the PA Department of Education, CACREP and CSWE, WCU can help launch and advance your teaching, counseling or social work career. Our master's degrees programs in fields like Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Applied Studies in Teaching and Learning, School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Higher Education Policy & Student Affairs, and Social Work are in high demand across the country. No matter the program you choose, you'll be empowered to make a significant impact on the world by improving individual and family lives and strengthening educational, health and community systems.

    Education and Social Work Master's

  • College of Health Sciences

    Inspire Healthier Living

    Prepare for a career in health care at WCU's College of Health Sciences with in-demand programs like Exercise and Sport Science, Speech-Language Pathology, Physician Assistant Studies, Nutrition, Nursing and Public Health. You’ll have access to cutting-edge research, state-of-the-art facilities and hands-on clinical placements to add practical experience to your classroom knowledge.

    Health Sciences Master's

  • College of the Sciences and Mathematics

    Discover What's Possible

    With degree programs like Biology, Geoscience, Computer Science, Applied & Computational Mathematics, and Applied Statistics, you'll cultivate your advanced research, analytical and collaborative skills in our College of the Sciences and Mathematics. You'll gain skills that are sought out by employers and can be applied to virtually any career path you choose from academia to big business and anything in between.

    Science and Mathematics Master's

  • Wells School of Music

    Pursue Your Passions

    Cultivate your love of music and your career with accredited programs in areas like Music Performance. WCU has the only School of Music in the Pennsylvania State System and offers state-of-the art facilities, extensive performance opportunities and a vibrant community. Scholarships are available for our nationally recognized music programs, where academic rigor and practical experience come together to prepare you for a successful career in music.

    Wells School of Music

WHY CHOOSE WCU?

Discover the West Chester difference

  • Nationally Accredited and Ranked

    You’ll receive the highest-quality education at WCU through our accredited, nationally recognized graduate programs.

  • Flexible Learning Formats

    We offer online, in-person and blended class formatting options to align with your needs and schedule.

  • Comprehensive Support

    Enjoy extensive student support services, such as tutoring, access to our robust Career Development Center and faculty mentorship.

  • Research Opportunities

    You’ll be able to take part in cutting-edge research along with opportunities for collaboration alongside our experienced faculty.

  • Career Advancement

    WCU places a strong emphasis on career services through our Career Development Center and opportunities for practical experiences, professional networking and connections to our 132,000+ alumni association.

  • Diverse Programs

    We offer more than 40 master’s programs across a diverse set of disciplines so you can create the career that you love.

Accreditation and Certifications

West Chester University is accredited by the Middles States Commission on Higher Education as well as more than a dozen additional accrediting boards for individual programs.

Ready to Apply?

Are you ready to elevate your career with a master's degree from WCU?

We invite you to apply today using our streamlined application process and enjoy these advantages:

  • No GRE or GMAT score requirement for most programs
  • Application fee waiver (Code: GRADWCU)*

Our top-ranked, accredited programs are tailored to fit your busy life, offering flexible online, in-person and blended formats. With 120+ graduate certificates, master’s and doctoral programs and a strong emphasis on career advancement, WCU provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

*Instructions to enter code: Select “yes” when asked if you have previously attended an event, then enter the application fee waiver code GRADWCU.

Reach Out to Us

Have questions or ready to start your journey with West Chester University? We’re here to guide you every step of the way!