Enrolling at CWC

Open Admission

Central Wyoming College has a policy of open admission and therefore admits persons age 16 years and older as degree-seeking matriculated students who have the desire to pursue post-secondary education, to acquire specific skills, and have the ability to benefit. Non-degree seeking students who have the desire to acquire specific skills and have the ability to benefit, may be admitted if age 15 or older. Current high school students, under the age of 16, may be concurrently enrolled through a Board of Cooperative Higher Educational Services (BOCHES) articulation agreement.

The College may deny or condition admission, readmission, or continuing enrollment of any individual who, in the judgement of the College, presents an unreasonable risk to the safety and welfare of the College and persons thereon. In making such judgment, the College may, among other things, take into account the individual’s history and experience relative to (1) violence and destructive conduct, (2) such behavior at other educational institutions, and (3) any measures the individual may have successfully implemented to eliminate such conduct or behavior. A decision to utilize the authority conferred by this paragraph shall be communicated to the individual in writing. The College maintains procedures by which such decisions are made and appealed, and a means through which reasonable accommodations for disabilities may be requested.

Student Admission Procedure

• Complete the CWC admission application. Students will not be allowed to register for courses until the college receives the admission application.
• Admission applications are available from the Admissions Office or on the CWC web site (www.cwc.edu). Online applications are encouraged for timely and accurate data entry. Students are encouraged to begin the admission process well in advance of registration.
• Students who have previously taken credit classes at CWC do not need to submit another application.
• All high school transcripts and GED certificates are to be sent to:

  Student Records Office
  Central Wyoming College
  2660 Peck Avenue
  Riverton, Wyoming 82501

• Degree-seeking students wishing to transfer credits into CWC must provide official college transcripts from previously attended post-secondary institutions. Transcripts must be sent directly from the institution attended to Central Wyoming College Student Records Office. All transcripts become the property of the college and will not be released or copied for non-CWC third party use.

International Students

Students who are neither citizens nor permanent residents of the United States are welcome to apply for admission. Once the student has completed all application forms, he or she will be issued an I-20. Requirements for Admission are:

1. A completed CWC online application form.
2. A guarantee of Support Form or a certified bank statement indicating that the applicant, applicant’s family, or applicant’s sponsor are able to provide a minimum of $15,996 (U.S. funds) per academic year of study. (Please note that actual living expenses will depend on lifestyle, and the total expenses might be lower than or exceed $15,996, and a summer-only semester may also be less.) Enrollment in a U.S. student health insurance program is highly recommended due to the high health costs in the U.S.
3. A health form, in English, signed by a licensed physician.
4. A housing application and $100 deposit.
5. Original high school/college transcripts, with English translation.
6. An official copy of the applicant’s TOEFL or IELTS score. CWC’s TOEFL or IELTS requirement for foreign students are:

CWC’s institution code is 4115. The TOEFL score must be sent directly to CWC. Students from English speaking countries may waive the TOEFL requirement with two (2) letters of recommendation. Please contact the International Students email for more information.

Please request all necessary application material from:

Central Wyoming College

International Student Advisor

307.855.2270

2660 Peck Avenue

Riverton, Wyoming 82501

international@cwc.edu

All international students attending college at Central Wyoming College must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester for fall or spring semester, a minimum of 6 credits for a summer semester.

Admission is granted with the understanding that the student has a valid, unexpired visa and the ability to provide evidence of financial support. The student must be fully prepared to meet the necessary financial obligations for the entire time they will be in the U.S.

Assessment

All full-time students are required to either take a placement assessment exam at Central Wyoming College or have their ACT or SAT scores sent to the college. Part-time students enrolling in math are also required to take a placement assessment exam or provide the appropriate ACT or SAT scores.

The assessment exam is not used for admissions purposes. The purpose of the assessment exam is to insure that students register for courses that are appropriate for their skill level.

If the placement assessment or ACT or SAT scores do not place a student into college level courses, he/she will be required to register for pre-college or co-requisite courses. Pre-college level courses are offered in the areas of mathematics and English. They are listed in the “Course Descriptions” section of this catalog under ENGLISH and MATHEMATICS with course numbers of 0500-0990. Students who do not test into college-level English and/or math will be required to start with a pre-college course or enroll in a co-requisite course.

For all college level courses, i.e. those numbered 1000 or above, it is the student’s responsibility to have the necessary college level skills in composition and mathematics to be successful in the class. College level skills in composition and mathematics can be demonstrated by assessment testing, ACT or SAT test scores or successful completion of the appropriate pre-college courses. Students who are unsure of the required academic skills for a particular class should contact the instructor of the course, an academic advisor, or the appropriate Dean.

It is important for students to note that pre-college courses will count in class loads for financial aid and scholarship eligibility, except for the Hathaway Scholarship, and will be computed in their grade point average. However, these courses cannot be applied toward meeting degree requirements, nor are they considered in computing President’s and Dean’s honor roll lists.

When neither pre-college nor college level studies is appropriate, students may receive educational service through the CWC Adult Basic Education (ABE) program.

Wind River Job Corps

Through the Wind River Job Corps partnership with Central Wyoming College, eligible students may earn work skills and/or college credit while attending Wind River Job Corps. Some of the programs include, but are not limited to, the following: Welding, Accounting, and other programs. For more information regarding programs or eligibility, please call 844-GO-TO-CWC

Registration

Students may enroll in classes during the registration periods indicated in the academic calendar and the Schedule of Courses publication. Registrations will be accepted up to the first day of class. A student may register for up to 18 credits per semester. With the approval of their Faculty Advisor or Success Coach and the appropriate Dean, students in good standing may be authorized to register for 19-23 credits per semester if they can demonstrate exceptional academic abilities or a high probability of success in a heavy class load. Registration for 24 or more credits requires either Faculty Advisor or Success Coach, and Dean approval, as well as approval by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Information regarding class availability and registration procedures is published prior to the beginning of each semester. All new and returning degree-seeking students are required to schedule an advising session to register. Students with holds may not be permitted to register. An advising session may be scheduled by contacting:

Central Wyoming College Rustler Central – Riverton 307.855.2115

Dubois Outreach Office 307.455.2625

Jackson Outreach Office 307.733.7425

Lander Outreach Office 307.332.3394

Success Coaching and Faculty Advisors

Each student declaring an area of emphasis is assigned to a Success Coach & Faculty Advisor. The Faculty member generally teaches in the student’s area of emphasis. Success Coaches and Faculty Advisors assist students in planning their programs of study and with other academic and career-related concerns. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the professional services and guidance of both their Success Coach and Faculty Advisor.

Academic Program Declaration

All degree-seeking students shall declare an academic program. Students who are undecided will choose from the available meta-majors. However, students who have previously earned an AA, AS or higher degree from another institution may not declare a meta-major as their academic program. All academic programs are listed in the Degrees and Certificates Section of this catalog.

Adding a Course

Degree-seeking students, in consultation with their Faculty Advisor or Success Coach, may add courses during the regularly scheduled registration periods. Late registrations may be allowed up through the Friday of the first week, but instructor permission is required; registration is facilitated by the Success Coach. No late registrations are generally allowed after the first week. However, if attempted, instructor permission is required, Dean permission is required, and registration is facilitated by the Success Coach.

New students or students who have been absent at least one year should not be allowed to register late after the first day of classes without instructor permission, Dean permission, and contact with their Faculty Advisor or Success Coach.