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Show Enrollment Services and Information 19 indicate out-of-state status are classified as non-residents. If there is doubt concerning resident status, an applicant is classified as a non-resident. Non-residents who have reason to believe they can qualify for resident status should file a residency application with the Admissions Office. Applications are accepted only until the end of the third week of the current semester. Any application received after the third week will be considered for the following semester only. Residency applications are available online at weber. edu/utahresident. Each application will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated 53B- 8-102 and Utah State Board of Regents Policy and Procedures R-512 and WSU PPM 6-01. Math and English Placement Upon admission to Weber State University, Math and English course placement is determined based on students' prior academic performance and test results. Fees may be charged for assessment tests and/or tutoring. Students may enroll in courses for which they meet the prerequisites. For specific information about placement, visit weber.edu/placement Special Admission Programs Concurrent Enrollment The Weber State University Concurrent Enrollment Program allows eligible high school juniors and seniors to fulfill both high school and university graduation requirements at the same time by attending WSU-approved high school classes taught by WSU approved teachers. These classes match the WSU course content and student performance criteria. These students, though not officially matriculated at WSU, still create a WSU official permanent transcript. WSU academic department representatives work closely with these teachers to provide professional development opportunities as well as to assure WSU standards are maintained. For updated information, visit weber.edu/concurrent. Early College Location: Student Service Center, Room 140 Telephone: 801-626-8953 Early College allows students to fulfill both high school and university graduation requirements at the same time by attending classes at the university while they are still in high school. University faculty teach classes, and the credits/grades from the Early College program become part of the student's permanent WSU transcript. Students are responsible for the university tuition and fees, although scholarships are available. Utah colleges and most out-of- state and private universities will accept Early College credits. For more information, visit weber.edu/earlycollege. First Year Experience Location: Student Service Center, Room 140 Telephone: 801-626-6752 Inte met Address: weber. edu/fye The First Year Experience (FYE) Program is designed to help incoming students make a successful transition into the university community. The program assists students in making progress toward fulfilling the following educational and personal goals: • Acquiring a sense of competence as a student and becoming successful in college. • Mastering academic skills, such as note taking, textbook reading, test taking, writing, and time management. • Demonstrating knowledge and use of campus resources. • Demonstrating effective interpersonal skills with a variety of people. • Developing a sense of belonging to the WSU community through the connections with other students, teachers, mentors and WSU employees. • Enhancing his or her mental, physical, spiritual and social health. The FYE Program is further explained below. Honors Program Location: Library, Room 225 Telephone: 801-626-7591 The Honors Program is designed to offer students of superior ability and motivation opportunities to broaden and enrich their academic program and accelerate their preparation for graduate work. The Honors Program is further explained on Engaged Learning, Honors, and Interdisciplinary Programs. Senior Citizen Location: Student Services Center, Room 201 Telephone: 801-626-6743 Utah residents age 62 and over are permitted to enroll on a tuition-free, audit basis. Senior citizens will be required to complete an application for admission and register at the Registration Office on or after the first day of class. Where applicable, senior citizens will be charged a fee for use of consumable materials. A $10 per semester administrative fee will be charged and enrollment is limited to space availability. Scholarships Director: Jed W. Spencer Location: Student Service Center, Room 120 Telephone: 801-626-7569 Internet Address: weber.edu/scholarships WSU awards scholarships for achievement of excellence in either academics or specific activities as described below. Unless otherwise specified, all scholarships are for one year and are not renewable. New students are automatically considered for academic scholarships upon completion of the Admission Application. New students should complete the Scholarship Application to apply for non-academic Weber State University 2015-2016 Catalog |