Central Washington University is a public university in WA state. Central’s commitment to hands-on learning and discovery and individual attention takes students beyond the limits of the classroom and books. Students get to do what they’re studying in real-world, professional settings, which makes learning exciting and relevant. CWU prepares students to succeed in a global economy through strong partnerships with 30 colleges and universities around the world. CWU currently has about 400 international students from 60 countries, with over 12000 students overall. Central Washington University's main, residential campus encompasses 380 acres in historic Ellensburg. There are also six university centers (Des Moines, Lynnwood, Pierce County, Moses Lake, Wenatchee, and Yakima) and two instructional sites (Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Sammamish).