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Happy New Year from CWI!
Campus will close at noon on Dec. 31 and remain closed Jan. 1 – 2 for the New Year’s holiday. Wishing our CWI community a safe and successful year ahead. We look forward to seeing you in 2026!
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Your future doesn't wait — neither should you! Flexible schedules, multiple campuses, and online options.
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Real skills. Real jobs. Advance your future with hands-on training that works — apply by Jan. 10 to start this spring.
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“I became part owner of a landscape company, and I wanted to excel my knowledge to provide accurate information to customers. Anything that I learned I was able to use almost right away. My goal of being a role model for my kids when they go to college kept me going. ” Read more > about Cultivated Success: How CWI Helped Ramiro Villafana Grow His Future
“When my dad spent six weeks in a Neuro ICU after suffering a traumatic brain injury, I saw firsthand the incredible impact nurses have. That experience solidified my desire to work in the Neuro field. I learned that I am stronger than I knew!” Read more > about From Aspiration to ICU: Kimi Jenkins’ Journey to Nursing
“I've always had a love for cars... CWI had exactly what I needed. I knew that I wanted to become a real technician and help people with their vehicles. Getting a job while still a student has been huge for me.” Read more > about Jose Martinez Finds His Future in Automotive Technology
“As someone that has gone forward from community college to a traditional four-year to an Ivy League master’s, I can confidently speak to the level of education at CWI and the capabilities of instructors. If you put in the work and do well here, you’ll be ready for anything.” Read more > about From Student to Faculty, Phelps Finds His Calling at CWI
“Follow your heart and dreams. Do not give up on yourself despite your background. It's never too late to invest in yourself. Take the first step.” Read more > about From CWI to Patrol: Juanita Hernandez’s Journey to Serve
Upcoming Events
Jan
10
Spring Admission Deadline
Jan
16
Spring Tuition and Fees Due
Jan
19
Campus Closed | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan
20
Spring Classes Begin
Jan
22
Spring Registration Deadline