Transcript FIND THE PERFECT FIT - West Liberty University

WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE
BLACK & GOLD DAY – April 22, 2014
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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9:30 am
Welcome & Overview of WLU
10:30 am
Campus Tour
11:30 pm
Academic & Campus Life Fair
12:30 pm
Lunch in the Marketplace
WHY GO TO COLLEGE
By 2018, 62% of jobs in the U.S. will require some
College education
In 2007, it was 59%
In 1992, it was 56%
In 1973, it was 28%
Source: Georgetown Center for Workforce & the
Economy
WHY GO TO COLLEGE
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Average Salary
 High
School Diploma
 Associate’s Degree(2 yr)
 Bachelor’s Degree (4 yr)
 Master’s Degree
 Doctorate
Source: WorldWideLearn
$32,550
$39,500
$53,300
$65,400
$79,650
FIND THE PERFECT FIT
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Public Undergraduate &
Graduate Institution
Oldest Institution of Higher
Learning in WV
 Founded
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in 1837
Fall 2013- 2,779
Students
Average Class Size of 25
students
Where WLU Students Come From…
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46 of the 55 counties
in West Virginia
25 states and
Washington D.C.
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26 countries from
around the world
WLU ACADEMIC COLLEGES
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College of Arts &
Communication
Gary E. West College
of Business
College of Education
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College of Liberal Arts
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College of Sciences
GET INVOLVED!
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Athletics
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18 NCAA Division II Sports
Women’s Soccer & both
indoor and outdoor track
Club Sports
Men’s Lacrosse
Intramurals
Over 60 student
clubs/organizations
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Community Service
Greek Life
Special Interest
The West Liberty Mission
To provide our students the
opportunity for a high quality
undergraduate, graduate, and
professional education
Our Focus
Provide a Safe & Caring Environment
Offer Opportunities For The Future
Provide an Affordable Education With
Value
Safe & Caring Environment
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Ranked as the safest public school campus in WV
24 hour/7 day a week Campus Police
TopperNet Emergency Text System
Transfer Clearance Form
Secure Residence Halls
 Topper
Card Access
 Alarms
 Security
Cameras
Safe & Caring Environment
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Academic Advisors
First Year Experience Course
14:1 Student-Faculty Ratio
Safe & Caring Environment
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Learning & Student Development Center
 Free
Tutoring
 Career Services
 Counseling Services
 ADA Accommodations
 Retention Specialist
Safe & Caring Environment
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Residential Life Program
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50% of students live on campus
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84% of Freshmen
Full-Time Campus Activities
Coordinator
Health Services Office
Assessment and Treatment
 Tobacco Free Campus
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Opportunities for the Future
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More than 60 Majors
including:
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Health Sciences
Teacher Education
Graphic Design
Social Work
Broadcasting
Athletic Training
Biology
Exercise Physiology
Creative Arts Therapy-New
Community Education-New
Business
Physician Assistant
Opportunities for the Future
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Freshmen Laptop
Program
Creation of the Honors
College
Internships/Study
Abroad
Provide an Affordable Education
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93% of West Liberty students
receive some type of
Financial Aid
Metro Rate for Bordering
Counties
$5 million awarded annually
in institutional scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS
WLU Scholars Program
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Four Year Scholarship Program for Students with a 3.75
GPA or higher and at least a 22 ACT (1020 SAT Critical
Reading + Math)
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Elbin Scholars
27 or higher ACT (1220 SAT)
 $4,000 In-state
 $12,000 Out-of-state/Metro
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**Elbin Scholars with a 4.00 GPA (unweighted) and a 30 ACT
(1340 SAT) or higher Composite Score will receive full scholarship
to cover tuition, mandatory fees, room and board.
WLU Scholars Program (cont’d)
 Presidential
Scholars
 24-26
ACT (1090-1210 SAT)
 $3,000 a year
 Foundation
 22-23
Scholars
ACT (1020-1080 SAT)
 $2,000 a year
Other Scholarships
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Black & Gold Scholarship
 $1,000 a year
 22 ACT or higher (1020 SAT)/3.5-3.74 GPA
Promise Plus Scholarship
 $1,000 a year, unless student has received another scholarship
University Scholarship
 $2,000 a year for three years
 Transfer students with 3.25 GPA or higher
West College of Business Scholarships
 $2,500 a year
 First Time Freshman & Transfer students with 3.25 GPA or higher
Talent Based Scholarships
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Marching Band Scholarships
 For
students participating in the WLU
Marching Band
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Arts & Communication Scholarships
 Awards
determined by Academic
Department for music, art and theater
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Athletic Scholarships
 Awards
determined by Head Coaches
Financial Aid: Making Dollars into Sense
What is Financial Aid?
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Scholarships (academic, talent-based or need-based)
Grants (Federal or State)
Loans (Federal, parent, alternative or institutional)
Student Employment (Federal Work Study and
institutional)
Who Provides Financial Aid?
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US Department of
Education
State Higher Education
Agencies
Institutions
Third Parties, such as:
private foundations,
banks, civic
organizations, etc.
How Do I Apply for Aid?
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The FAFSA- Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(www.fafsa.gov) must be completed:
 Federal
and State Grants (Pell, SEOG, TEACH, WVHEG,
PHEAA)
 Federal Loans
 Federal Work Study (WLU has an additional application
for Federal Work Study)
**Some state agencies may require additional paperwork
Applying for Financial Aid
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Admissions Application
Institutional Scholarship Applications
Third Party Applications
IMPORTANT: Check Institutional & State Deadlines
Requirements and steps to become a Hilltopper
How to become a Hilltopper
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Submit the following:
 Application
for Admission
 High School and/or College Transcript
 Standardized Test Scores
 Transfer Clearance Form (transfer students only)
Admissions Requirements
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High School Graduates
 2.00
Grade Point Average
 Minimum of 18 ACT or 870 SAT
 Curricular Requirements
4
Units English
 4 Units Math (3 must be Algebra I or higher)
 3 Social Studies (including US History)
 3 Lab Sciences
 2 Units of Foreign Language in the same discipline
 1 Fine Arts
Admissions Requirements
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Transfer Students
 2.00
College Grade Point
Average
 If less than 28 credit hours
completed, also a High School
Transcript
 Transfer Clearance Form
Questions?
Financial Aid: (304) 336-8016
Housing/Residence Life: (304) 336-8345
 Admissions: (304) 336-8076
 Toll Free 1-866- WEST LIB
 WestLiberty.edu
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