At Western Carolina University’s Graduate School, we believe your career has vast potential. So we’ve created a program that will empower you to fully realize it:
Courses that teach practical skills you’ll be able to apply immediately.
Research opportunities that give you the experience employers are looking for.
Professional connections and relationships that will give you an edge.
Not only will you be accelerating the time it takes to achieve your own personal and professional goals, but you’ll also become a vital part of our region’s economy, helping to build stronger communities and a thriving place to live.
Mission and Vision
The Graduate School at Western Carolina University serves to support graduate students and faculty, beginning with the support of prospective students as they explore programs of interest and move through the application process. The central mission of the Graduate School is to provide services and resources to promote an engaged and diverse community of study and to ensure quality graduate education and active scholarship. The Graduate School will advocate for graduate students, faculty, and programs to benefit the scholarly activities within the university and the region.
WCU’s Graduate School offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs with a variety of concentrations and specialties.
Looking for more information about admission requirements and deadlines? Ready to start your application today? Find more information here.
WCU takes pride in providing a top-quality education at a tremendous value. Explore tuition costs and find out more about opportunities for funding support.
Western's main campus is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina, in a valley of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Scenic vistas, clear whitewater streams, and dense forests abound in our mountain environment. While the climate is mild, four distinct seasons offer a variety of picturesque scenes at any time of year.
Western Carolina University operates an instructional site at Biltmore Park Towne Square in Asheville where it offers graduate programs in business, nursing, counseling, and more.
WCU is home to top-ranked online graduate programs in fields ranging from nursing to education to business. We build online learning communities that bring accomplished students together with professors dedicated to their success.
Western Carolina University double alumnus and best-selling author David Joy will give the keynote address at the annual Research and Scholarship Conference at WCU. The event will take place from 5 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19 in the Ramsey Regional Activity Center.
Heath Robertson sat at the back of the bus on a college tour trip when he was asked about his future plans. Robertson’s answer? He didn’t have any.