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Western Carolina University Scholarships
| 1 University Way | Tuition In/Out-State: | $5,387 / $14,984 | Total Fall Enrollment: | 9,407 |
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| Cullowhee , NC 28723-9646 | Books and Supplies: | $2,024 | Applicants Admitted: | 39% |
| (828) 227-7100 | On-campus Room and Board: | $6,650 | Receiving Aid of Some Type: | 84% |
| http://www.wcu.edu | Undergraduate Application Fee: | $50 | Receiving Institutional Aid: | 64% , $1,592 on average |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Western Carolina University General Information
Will I get in?Address 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC 28723-9646 Phone Number (828) 227-7100 Web Address http://www.wcu.edu Mission Statement Western Carolina University creates engaged learning opportunities that incorporate teaching, research and service through residential, distance education and international experiences. The university focuses its academic programs, educational outreach, research and creative activities, and cultural activities to improve individual lives and enhance economic and community development in the region, state and nation. Type of School Four or more years, Public Religious affiliation None Highest degree offered Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice Calendar Semester Setting Town, distant from an urban area Distance learning opportunities Yes Western Carolina University Size
Total enrollment 9,407 Enrolled full time 6,983 Enrolled part time 2,424 Western Carolina University Student Body
Men enrolled full time 3,266 Women enrolled full time 3,717 American Indian/Alaskan Native - Asian/Pacific Islander - Black/Non-Hispanic - Hispanic - White/Non-Hispanic - Non-Resident Alien 2% Race/ethnicity unknown 6% -
Western Carolina University Admission Basics
Admissions office phone number - Open admission policy No Undergraduate Application fee $50 Applied 14,979 Admitted 5,813 Enrolled 1,440 Admitted % 39% Western Carolina University Admission factors
Admission test scores Required Secondary school GPA Required Secondary school rank Recommended Secondary school record Required TOEFL Required Completion of college preparatory program Required Recommendations Neither required nor recommended Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended Western Carolina University Admission statistics
Students submitting SAT 96% SAT 1 Verbal 25th percentile score 470 SAT 1 Verbal 75th percentile score 560 SAT 1 Math 25th percentile score 480 SAT 1 Math 75th percentile score 570 Students submitting ACT 20% ACT Composite 25th percentile score 19 ACT Composite 75th percentile score 24 -
Western Carolina University Cost
In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates $2,998 Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates $12,595 Books and Supplies $2,024 On-campus room and board $6,650 Off-campus room and board $9,253 Western Carolina University Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid 84% Receiving Federal Grants 41% , $4,739 on average Receiving Institutional Aid 64% , $1,592 on average Receiving Student Loans 65% , $5,394 on average -
Western Carolina University Programs & Majors
Graduates in 2009/2010 academic year.
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Western Carolina University Deadlines
Regular Admissions
Regular application deadline April 1 Priority application deadline March 1 Fall application deadline April 1 SAT Reasoning / ACT scores due July 1 SAT Subject score report due - College will notify student by - Student must reply to acceptance by May 1 Deadline for housing deposit June 1 Financial Aid
Financial aid priority deadline March 31 Financial aid deadline - College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about - Student must reply to financial aid decision by - Early Decision/Action
Early decision deadline November 15 College will notify student of early decision by December 15 Early action deadline November 15 College will notify student of early action by December 15 Transfer Students
Transfer priority application deadline - Transfer priority financial aid deadline - Transfer application closing date April 1 Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms - College will notify student of transfer decision by - -
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The Catawba County Christian Business and Professional Scholarship Fund
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- This scholarship fund provides financial support for entering freshmen. Preference will be given to a student from Catawba County, NC, with first preference given to candidates from Hickory High School and St. Stephens High School. Though no student is excluded from consideration of this award regardless of faith, candidates shall be considered based on their demonstration of the highest standards of moral character, including those exemplified by traditional Christian principles.
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