Eastern Washington University Reviews

"I found my time at Eastern Washington University to be academically unrewarding but an overall pleasant experience. It was a necessary step in attaining the credentials I needed to pursue a higher degree of self-actualization, both academically and career-wise. I can't say I learned very much in relation to the amount of time I spent there, but it was still a good time, and what I did learn was pretty helpful and beneficial. I would recommend EWU for its ease and the relative cheapness with which you can get an MA or any other online degree. I don't have anything bad to say about it, but there's nothing remarkable about EWU. I also found the demographic to be predominantly white and affluent, which has its own issues (speaking as a white guy myself).Read Less"

"One of EWU’s biggest strengths is its small class sizes and approachable faculty. Professors are generally accessible and invested in student success, which makes a noticeable difference for students who thrive with direct mentorship rather than large lecture halls. Campus life is modest but welcoming. Cheney is small, so students looking for a lively nightlife may find it limited, but Spokane nearby helps balance that out. One downside is some facilities and residence halls feel dated, and students in highly specialized or research-intensive fields may find fewer resources compared to large research universities.Read Less"

"I had no issues with the professors during the 4 MBA courses I took. My issue is with the financial aid office and with one of the "enrollment specialists." Financial Aid - I required financial aid when I was originally pursuing the MBA at EWU. However, their system is clearly broken or mismanaged because the FAFSA funds apparently "never reached them" by the deadlines before courses started, causing me to either pay out of pocket EVEN THOUGH I was approved for financial aid, OR, be dropped from my courses due to non-payment and have to re-enroll the next quarter. I let them put me through this wild goose chase for financial aid for a few months until I dropped out of EWU altogether and enrolled in a different grad school. The "enrollment specialist" - I don't like calling people out by name, so I won't put hers here. HOWEVER, there is an unprofessional woman working for EWU that uses borderline abusive language when dealing with grad students. The first time I missed her call, she left a passive aggressive voicemail with a tone that shouldn't be used in the professional world. Her subsequent emails, anytime I dealt with her, were beyond rude. Here is a brief excerpt from our final email conversation (her typos included) - Her: "Whys did you drop your course? Will you be starting at a later time?" Me: "I am no longer enrolled at EWU." Her: "I know that. I asked if you will be starting at a later time." Clearly there is something missing here, whether it's customer service or just email etiquette. I don't know what purpose her emails serve. She should know I unenrolled from EWU, and that's that. Overall, if you don't want to deal with shady people or a financial aid office, I would steer clear of this school. If you can pay out of pocket and don't mind the occasional strange interaction with employees, EWU might work for you.Read Less"

"I first enrolled into the online Master of Arts in History at EWU after wanting to change careers from my undergrad major. I was used to online only classes so that wasn't an issue. The problem came with extremely low quality instruction & academic standards: it didn't feel like Grad. School--honestly, I am not exagerrating when I say the first class had us copying and pasting answers into a worksheet & reading material published by the professor of the class--a clear conflict of interest in my opinion. Additionally, when there was actual work to be done & I did it, the same professor literally mocked me to my face about the "over-thoroughness" of my answers to the point of using winking emojis in the grades box--what kind of instructor criticizes a graduate level student (or any student for that matter!) over giving too detailed an answer? Most professors would fuss at you for not doing the required minimum, not for completing basic-level work. The second class I took (& the one that ultimately led to my transfer to another school) involved an extremely toxic classroom environment & an absentee professor who was literally never in the virtual classroom. We watched video lectures & ran the discussion forums ourselves. Everything was graded very late & parts of assignments we needed feedback on in order to do other bits were often not graded until it was too late--I had to wing it. Do yourself a favor and steer clear of EWU online if you want a high-quality, rigorous graduate-level History program. I was left deflated, disillusioned & broken in spirit after just 3 months there & wasted my time, energy & hard-earned money. Don't let them drag you down--go to a different school.Read Less"

"Eastern Washington University has an extended program at Bellevue College, which is where I finished my associate degree. The school offers multiple undergraduate degrees at this location. It is particularly convenient because it allows you to travel to Eastern Washington and take the remaining of your classes on the main campus, or vice versa."

"Good school with more diversity than average. The curriculum is average and you will likely have the same professor more than once. It is a D1 school with a small school vibe. You will make life long friends and enjoy your time here if you branch out and join the many activities on campus."

"In attending EWU, it has its high and lows. You really have to navigate undergrad and Gen Eds on your own. The program that I entered is relatively small, so many professors and advisors didn't know how to help and guide you to get everything you need before you transfer campuses. Overall, if you can self motivate, you won't fall behind. But don't rely on anyone but yourself."

"Job prospects after Eastern were really bad unless you're doing a medical related program. I think there are 3 reasons for this...Eastern's bad reputation amongst the business community, competition from better universities in the area (Gonzaga, Whitworth, and WSU), and Eastern Washington's lack of decent jobs (There is not 1 S&P 500 company based out of Spokane). If I had to do it all over again, I would not go to Eastern. After graduating, I had to beat the pavement for months for a decent job. In addition, the majority people I graduated with can't find a job or have low-paying jobs outside of the field they studied in (Bartender, Waitress, Sales Rep, etc.). I eventually went back to school at a private university and was getting good job offers the first semester! I was shocked.Read Less"

"The program adequately prepared me for my future graduate program and the internship to accompany it. All of the professors were helpful and knowledgeable in the field. I thought the educational component was great my only complaint from my time there would be the undergraduate internship where I was not challenged enough."

"The communications department at EWU is full of highly trained, educated and experienced instructors. Not only do they pass on their skills to you within the curriculum but they practice those skills with and on you to provide high quality education and interpretation of the skill."

"This MSW program is a joke, you learn nothing, the course material is repetitive. As a student you need to hold the professors and instructors accountable they forget to post class material online, they extend deadlines because they forgot to mention things, some professors have the students teach the class. It's ridiculous, I literally do not understand how this program is even accredited. Go somewhere else."

"This is a good program for students that work full time and are returning to school. Most of the work is done online and the instructors are supportive of students that work. The curriculum is familiar for students that have experience in social and human services. Most of the students are female and under 30; similar to other social work programs."

"Eastern Washington University's Master of Social Work degree provides a core curriculum for students pursuing a MSW. They tailor the hybrid part-time program for working professionals and approximately 90% of my cohort already worked in the field of social and human services. The professors are supportive and engaging. There is a lot of group work, therefore be prepared to rely on your colleagues for a good grade. This program is only moderately challenging if you already have a back ground in human services. The most difficult part is completing a practicum if you work full time.Read Less"

"I received an excellent education and assistance in obtaining a job after graduation. My professors knew me and were available to answer questions. I would choose the same school again."

"I had some great teachers and a pretty well rounded education."

"EWU is a great school. I obtained both my bachelor's degree and MBA from Eastern. Professors are very knowledgeable and I really enjoyed my classes. Both their Cheney and downtown Spokane campuses are great!"

"I love Eastern Washington University. I completed my undergraduate course work here and am not progressing towards my master's in teaching. The professors are all very passionate about their subjects and the faculty care about your experiences. There are tons of tutoring resources, technology resources and the teachers all have office hours and will help you with any questions you might have. This school makes sure you understand the content area and teaches passion for the curriculum. I can't imagine going to school anywhere else.Read Less"

"Eastern Washington University is a great place for you if you have not yet figured out what major you'd like to take in the future. The small class setting gives you optimal interaction with your teachers and other students. I did not feel uncomfortable when asking a question in class, knowing that I was encouraged to do so."

"Great programs for undergraduate degrees! Not as great for graduate degree programs. Great professors - very kind and willing to help you if you come to them. You need to be self motivated and go after what you want, since it is unlikely that they will offer you the information without you asking."

"Eastern Washington University had a fantastic program. The classes I took were never too large, usually anywhere from 15-30 students per class. My teachers took the time with each student to make sure we understood the material and were engaged with classes. During my time there, I began working at a behavioral health hospital and have recently been accepted to a master of social work program."