Western State College of Colorado
Western State College was established in 1901. It was the first college on Colorado’s Western Slope and is the fourth oldest public college in the state. The College actually opened for classes in 1911 as the Colorado State Normal School. Originally planned as a preparatory college for teachers, Western’s role changed when it became Western State College in 1923. Though for many years Western was known for its graduates who became teachers, it was, in fact, the first Colorado college designed to teach a primarily liberal arts curriculum, and the liberal arts have remained at the core of Western’s academic life ever since.
The academic year is full of opportunities for students to learn from, and become acquainted with, outstanding scholars, great thinkers, fine performers, and others from throughout the world. Just as importantly, summer in Gunnison is full of educational opportunities, such as the Summer Business Institute and the Teacher Institute. Western offers a broad range of courses of study in a beautiful mountain setting. Many degree programs take advantage of this environment, which has been called “one of the world’s greatest natural laboratories.” Western offers students an opportunity to study in a wide range of fields such as business, computer science, communications, the social and behavioral sciences, professional recreation, the arts, the sciences and teacher education.
Courses Offered
Graduate Programs
- Master of Arts in Education
- Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
- Graduate Student Information
Contact Details
Western State College
600 North Adams Street
Gunnison, CO 81231
(800) 876-5309
Fax (970) 943-2363
Official Website: http://www.western.edu/
