1. Welcome to Open House!
March 19, 2011

2. WHO ARE WE? Public Undergraduate & Graduate Institution
Student Enrollment Fall
5th Consecutive Year of Enrollment Increase
Roughly 50% of our students live in Campus owned housing (80% of freshman live on campus)
Five Academic Colleges: Arts & Communications, Business, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences
Offer 15 NCAA Division II Sports(Women’s Soccer & Men’s Club Lacrosse offered in )
Course Offerings at Highlands Center
Over 60 Student Clubs/Organizations

3. WHAT DO WE DO AT WEST LIBERTY?
Offer quality programs
Provide an affordable education
Safe and caring environment

4. OFFER QUALITY PROGRAMS
Over 30 academic programs are recognized nationally or have national accreditation
Over 50 major degree programs are available
This includes Health Sciences (Dental Hygiene & Nursing), Teacher Education, Business, Biology, Graphic Design and Broadcasting
Freshman Lap Top Program
Marching Band Returned Fall 2009

5. PROVIDE AN AFFORADABLE EDUCATION
85% of West Liberty students receive some type of financial aid
Metro Rate for Bordering Counties
Scholarship Programs enhanced for
$2.5 million dollars awarded annually in scholarships

6. PROVIDE AN AFFORADABLE EDUCATION
Tuition & Fees: $4880 In-State
$10200 Metro Rate
$12750 Out of State
Room & Board: $7310
NOTE: COSTS LISTED ARE FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR

7. PROVIDE AN AFFORDABLE EDUCATION
According to The College Board in , the average tuition/fee cost for a 4-year public college was $7,605
Average tuition/fees at a 4-year private college was $27,293
Average room/board in was $8,535 at public institutions & $9,700 at private institutions
*Figures are from the College Board Trends in College Pricing 2010

8. PROVIDE AN AFFORDABLE EDUCATION
Metro Rate provides a reduction in tuition and fees for students residing in out of state neighboring counties
Current reduction is approximately $2500 per year
Ohio: Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Guernsey, Harrison, Jefferson, Monroe, Stark, Tuscarawas, Washington
Pennsylvania: Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Greene, Washington, Westmoreland,
Maryland: Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, Montgomery, Washington
Virginia: Clarke, Frederick, Loudoun, Shenandoah, Warren

9. SAFE & CARING ENVIRONMENT
24 Hour – 7 Day a Week Campus Police Department
Secure Residence Hall Access (Topper Card), Alarms and Security Cameras
Academic Advisors
First Year Experience Course
18:1 Student-Faculty Ratio
Free Tutoring

10. SAFE & CARING ENVIRONMENT
Career Services
Counseling Services
ADA Accommodations
Retention Specialist
MAP Works Program
Full-time Campus Activities Coordinator
Residential Life Program

11. FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION
What is financial aid?
Where does it come from?
Who is eligible?
How do I apply?

12. WHAT IS FINANCIAL AID?
Scholarships (academic, talent-based, athletic or need based)
Grants (Federal and State)
Loans (Federal, parent, alternative and institutional)
Student Employment (Federal work study and institutional)

13. WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? U.S. Department of Education
State Higher Education Agencies
Institutions
Third parties i.e. private foundations, banks, civic organizations, etc.

14. General Student Eligibility Criteria for Federal Aid
Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible program of study
Must be pursuing degree, certificate, or other recognized credential
Must be U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
Must be registered with Selective Service (if male & required)
Institutions, states and third parties may set additional criteria

15. How Do I Apply?
The FAFSA ( must be completed to apply for:
Federal and State Grants
Federal Loans
Federal Work-Study
*Some state agencies may require additional paperwork

16. APPLYING CONTINUED Admissions Application
Institutional Scholarship Applications
Third Party Applications
IMPORTANT: Check Institutional and State Deadlines

17. DEADLINES WLU FAFSA priority deadline: March 1st
WLU scholarships: awarded on a rolling basis for accepted students
At WLU, priority given to students accepted by January 15th

18. WLU REQUIREMENTS No Scholarship Application required unless specified
Scholars Program :
Elbin: At least 3.75 GPA and 27 ACT/1220 SAT or higher; $12,000 out-of state; $4000 in-state
Elbin Scholars with a 4.0 GPA will receive a scholarship award equivalent tuition & mandatory fees and Room & Board; for in-state students this amount will include the PROMISE Scholarship.
Presidential: At least 3.75 GPA and ACT/ SAT; $3000
Foundation: At least 3.75 GPA and ACT/ ; $2000

19. SCHOLARSHIPS FALL 2011
Black & Gold Scholarship: Offered to first-time freshman with a minimum cumulative GPA between and minimum ACT of 22 (SAT 1020). $1000 per year for four years.
PROMISE Plus Scholarship: Offered to first-time freshman who has been awarded a WV PROMISE scholarship. $1000 a year for four years. Student must maintain PROMISE eligibility.
University Scholarship: Offered to transfer students who have completed a minimum of 24 semester hours with at least a 3.25 accumulative GPA. $2000 per year for up to three years.

20. SCHOLARSHIPS CONT’D
Marching Band Scholarships: $500-$1000 per year to students participating in the marching band
Arts & Communications: Awards determined by Academic Departments
Athletic Scholarships: Awards determined by head coaches

21. PROCESSING UPDATE 2011-12 WEEKLY PROCESSING CYCLE STARTING IN MARCH:
FAFSA information received weekly
Estimate Letters and Tracking Letters mailed to students weekly

22. MARCH-MAY Weekly cycle will continue
Using estimated costs until actual costs are approved by HEPC
Any change to a student’s award record generates an updated estimate letter to the student
In late April eligible WV Residents will begin to receive initial PROMISE and Higher Education notifications

23. JUNE Final 2011-12 costs should be in place
All new students who have had their aid packaged and who are registered will receive a official Award Letter
Please Note: Your Award Letter is NOT your Bill
Bills/Invoices are provided by the Business Office in late July or early August

24. WRAP UP
Late April/Early May: Mailing Regarding Registration/Orientation/Laptop Program
Orientation by Date:
June 7, 14, 23, 28
July 12, 19, 29 (Overnight on the 28th)
August 5

25. WRAP UP CONTINUED Housing Assignments Mailed June
Residence Halls open for New Students August 19TH 10:00 AM
Topper Fest begins August 19TH
Classes begin August 22th 9:00 AM

26. QUESTIONS REGARDING: Financial Aid: 304-336-8016
Freshmen Registration:
Housing/Residence Life:
Admissions:
Orientation:
Toll Free: WESTLIB
WESTLIBERTY.EDU