Transcript FIND THE PERFECT FIT - West Liberty University

WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE
SPRING OPEN HOUSE 2013
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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9:00
10:00
11:00-12:30
Parent Session
Student Panel
Transfer Session
Campus Tours
Academic and Campus Life Fair
Complimentary Lunch in Rogers Marketplace after Academic
and Campus Life Fair
Optional Activity: Softball games vs. Shepherd (12 & 2)
FIND THE PERFECT FIT
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Public Undergraduate &
Graduate Institution
Oldest Institution of Higher
Learning in WV
 Founded
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Seventh straight year of
Enrollment Increase
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in 1837
2012- 2,795 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
Find what style best suits you
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Athletics
16 NCAA Division II Sports
 Club Sports
 Intramurals
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Over 60 student
clubs/organizations
Community Service
 Greek Life
 Special Interest
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Campus Updates
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Shaw Hall Renovation
Campbell Hall of
Health Sciences
Course offerings at
Highlands Center
Taking it to the TOP at West Liberty
Team Approach to a Safe and Caring
Environment
Opportunities for the Future
Provide an Affordable Education with Value
Team Approach to a 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
Team Approach to a Safe & Caring Environment
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Academic Advisors
First Year Experience Course
18:1 Student-Faculty Ratio
Team Approach to a Safe & Caring Environment
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Learning & Student Development Center
 Free
Tutoring
 Career Services
 Counseling Services
 ADA Accommodations
 Retention Specialist
Team Approach to a 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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50 Major Degree
Programs Available,
including
Health Sciences
 Teacher Education
 Graphic Design
 Social Work
 Broadcasting
 Athletic Training
 Biology
 Exercise Physiology
 Physician Assistant
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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
$4.5 million awarded annually
in institutional scholarships
AM I IN THE METRO RATE??
Metro Rate provides a reduction in
tuition for students residing in out-ofstate neighboring counties
Ohio- Counties west to Columbus, north
to Cleveland
Pennsylvania- Allegheny, Beaver, Butler,
Greene, Washington, Westmoreland
Maryland- Allegany, Frederick, Garrett,
Montgomery, Washington
Virginia- Clarke, Frederick, Loudoun,
Shenandoah, Warren
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
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Promise Plus Scholarship
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$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
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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)
Where does Financial Aid come from?
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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
General Eligibility for Federal Aid
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Must be enrolled for enrollment in an eligible
program of study
Must be pursuing degree, certificate or other
recognized credential
Must be a US Citizen or eligible non-citizen
Must be registered with Selective Service (if male,
required)
Institutions, states and third parties may set
additional criteria
Deadlines for Financial Aid
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WLU FAFSA Priority Deadline: April 15
WLU Scholarships: awarded on a rolling basis for
accepted students
Early awards to Scholars during 1st week of November
Students must be accepted to WLU by June 15 in order
to be eligible for scholarships for following academic
year
Processing Update
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Tracking Letters being mailed on a weekly basis
informing student of additional documentation needed
before aid can be processed
Financial Aid Estimate Letters currently being mailed
on a weekly basis indicating awarded aid
Aid is based on estimated costs for 2012-13
Student required to sign and return one copy
Processing Update (cont’d)
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In May, WV Higher Education Grant and PROMISE
Scholarship notifications issued to students
Final award letters will be available in July after
registration and final costs determined
Special Circumstances can be completed if a
student/parents experience a substantial change in
finances
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
The Final Steps…
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March/April/May - Financial Aid Estimate Letters being
issued
March- Pre-registration and Orientation information
issued to students
June- Orientation begins
June- Housing assignments issued to students
July- Official Financial Aid Award Letters issued
July- Billing statements emailed from Business Office
August 23- Residence Halls open for new students
August 26- Fall Classes begin at 9:00 a.m.
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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