EWU boasts record fall enrollment again

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Eastern Washington University’s fall enrollment has set a record for the fifth consecutive year, surpassing last year’s mark by more than 200 students.

The overall headcount for the fall 2013 quarter, which includes all students who take classes at every level at Eastern, is 12,791. In 2012, EWU’s overall headcount totaled 12,587.

“These enrollment numbers are the byproduct of strong student retention efforts, lower tuition costs compared to other public institutions in Washington and quality programs,” EWU President Rodolfo Arévalo said.

President Arévalo pointed out...