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Warren Wilson College provides an educational opportunity for many students who might otherwise not be able to attend college. The College endeavors to keep expenses at a minimum by offering a substantial and comprehensive financial aid program to those who are eligible.

The bases for determining eligibility are the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Warren Wilson College Financial Aid and Scholarship Application (WWCFASA). The FAFSA and WWCFASA must be filed each year that a student wishes to be considered for aid. The amount of assistance from the College may increase or decrease from one year to the next depending on the financial circumstances of the family. The evaluated need will be offered to the student as long as funds remain available and the student continues to make satisfactory progress toward completion of a course of study.
Federal and State Programs Available

The College cooperates with all federal and state educational assistance agencies including the Veterans Administration, Vocational Rehabilitation, and other agencies that aid students in obtaining a post-secondary education. Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Federal Work-Study, Federal Perkins Loans, Federal Family Education Loan Program, and all state programs are channeled through the College to the students.

Additional information may be obtained from the College web site: www.warren-wilson.edu.
Other Loans

Warren Wilson College has an emergency loan fund for students who need to borrow a limited amount for a short period (usually 30 days). Loans for educational costs with a long-term repayment option are also available with a completed FAFSA.
Financial Aid Deadline

The priority date to apply for financial aid for the fall semester is April 1. Applications completed prior to this date will be given priority in the award process for grants and scholarships. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER APRIL 1 WILL BE HANDLED ON A DATE-PRIORITY BASIS. The availability of need-based grants is limited.
Campus Work Program

All resident students, regardless of their financial resources, participate in the Campus Work Program during the academic year. The College also offers work contracts during the summer and other vacation periods. Students may apply to the Work Program Office for break employment. The College’s work program is supported by both Federal Work Study and Federal Work College funds.
Scholarships

Academic Honor Scholarships: Warren Wilson College offers honor scholarships based on academic achievement and promise, not on financial need. To be considered, the student should request an application form from the Admission Office. Scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $6,000. There is an early deadline of March 15 for receipt of these applications.

North Carolina Students: Full-time students who are residents of North Carolina will receive a North Carolina Legislative Tuition Grant. The North Carolina General Assembly sets the award amount for each year (2007-2008 was set at $1,950 but varies with the state budget). This award is not based on need; however, residency must be verified. Applications are available from the Financial Aid Office.

For Presbyterian Students: Members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) may apply for a Presbyterian College Scholarship. The scholarship is competitive. To be eligible, a student must complete a scholarship application form prior to December 1 of the high school senior year. This form is available by writing to National Presbyterian College Scholarships, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Church Vocations Unit, Financial Aid for Studies, Mezzanine, 100 Witherspoon Street, Louisville, KY 40202-1396. A son or daughter who is a dependent of a Presbyterian minister will automatically receive a $1,000 grant upon enrolling at Warren Wilson College. Warren Wilson College will match up to $500 per semester any scholarship provided by a Presbyterian Church to one of its students. The scholarship from the congregation must be applied to tuition charges. For further information, contact the Office of Financial Aid.
Required Financial Aid Forms

Begin the process by first applying for a PIN (electronic signature) at www.pin.ed.gov. Both the student applicant and one parent will need a PIN to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Designate Warren Wilson College as a recipient of the results by code number and address (002979; Asheville, NC).

A student who wishes to apply for institutional grants or loans must complete both the FAFSA and the Warren Wilson College Financial Aid and Scholarship Application (WWCFASA). The WWCFASA is available from the Admission or Financial Aid Office or the College web site.

North Carolina students should complete the FAFSA prior to March 15 to be considered for the North Carolina State Student Incentive Grant. Students from Pennsylvania, Delaware, Rhode Island, and Vermont are encouraged to apply for a grant from their states of residence.

The request for financial aid will be considered after an applicant has been officially accepted for admission to the College,
Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards

Students receiving Title IV federal funds or need-based state grants are required to make Satisfactory Academic Progress toward a degree or certificate in order to maintain eligibility for this aid. Warren Wilson College also applies the same “progress” guidelines to its institutional aid. Minimum standards require that a student remain off academic probation and pass 24 semester hours each academic year of two consecutive semesters (August-May). WWC credits earned in the summer, with registration (and payment) delayed to the fall, will not be counted as a part of the required 24 credits for SAP. In reviewing a student’s progress, these standards are applicable regardless of whether or not financial aid has previously been received. For the purpose of administering financial aid, WWC defines an academic year as two 16 week semesters during which the average undergraduate student completes a minimum of twenty-four (24) credit hours. However, 24 credits each year is less than is needed to progress in classification (i.e. freshman, sophomore).

Minimum number of hours: All hours refer to “semester” credits as used at Warren Wilson College. The following minimum number of credits MUST be passed: a) FULL-TIME (required of all resident students) = no fewer than 24 semester hours in two consecutive semesters (12 hours if one semester is attended); b) THREE-QUARTER = no fewer than 18 semester hours in two consecutive semesters (9 hours per semester); or, c) HALF-TIME = no fewer than 12 semester hours in two consecutive semesters (6 hours per semester).

Incompletes: Warren Wilson College allows two weeks into the following semester for a student to finalize an “incomplete.” Satisfactory Progress determination will be made following this two-week period. Failure to pass an incomplete can result in the immediate termination of aid retroactive to the first day of classes. (No credit is given for grades of WP or WF; however, a WF is computed in the GPA as an “F”.) There are some grants and scholarships that cannot be fully awarded until a final cumulative GPA is calculated.

Repeats: The credits for a repeat class are counted only once toward graduation. The higher grade will be counted in the GPA. Aid will not be adjusted retroactively for lost credits from an earlier semester. It is strongly recommended that a repeat course be taken as an addition to 12 other semester hours in the event that a higher grade is not earned.

Minimum GPA: A student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average based upon hours attempted as defined by the Scholastic Standards Committee and published in detail in the Student Handbook and the Academic Catalog. Financial penalties will be applied to any student who fails to pass at least one class within a semester. Refer to “unofficial withdrawal” in the Withdrawal and Refund Policy.

Maximum Length of Eligibility: Eligibility ends with the completion of academic requirements for one degree or certificate. Length of eligibility is determined on the assumption that a student is capable of completing degree requirements within a maximum of 5 years (10 semesters) as a full-time student. Less than full-time enrollment will be evaluated as stated in minimum number of hours. To graduate within this maximum period of 10 semesters, the following percentages of work should be completed: after 2 semesters, 20%; 4 semesters, 40%; 6 semesters, 60%; 8 semesters, 80%; and 10 semesters, 100%.

Transfer Students: A transfer student is considered to be making satisfactory academic progress upon acceptance for admission. To prorate the remaining number of semesters of financial aid eligibility at Warren Wilson College, divide the number of hours accepted for transfer by 13 and subtract the results from 10 (semesters). The fraction is disregarded (dropped). Transfer students will be provided a minimum of two (2) semesters of aid eligibility to compensate for the College’s academic residency requirement (i.e. 10 Semesters – No. Hours Transferred /13 = Semesters of Remaining Eligibility).

Admission to Warren Wilson College represents a selection based on both the personal and the academic qualifications of the applicant. All available information is considered, including previous school record, evidence of academic and social maturity, extracurricular activities, community service, scores on the SAT or ACT, interview, references, recent grade trends, and general contributions to school and community. The criteria are designed to build a balanced student body with high standards of scholarship, personal integrity, serious educational and personal goals, and a willingness to support the mission of the College. The College is positively attentive to race, gender, disability, and age. Contact the Admission office at 800-934-3536 for more information.

The Admission Committee requires that candidates possess a high school diploma, with completion of twelve academic units (a unit is one year’s study in a subject). A college preparatory curriculum, showing competency in the following subjects, is required:
four years of English
two years of algebra
one year of geometry
two years of laboratory sciences
three years of social sciences
two years of a foreign language strongly recommended

Interviews are not required but strongly recommended.
The Freshman Student Admission Process

Each candidate for admission must submit the following by February 28:
an application,
an official high school transcript,
SAT or ACT scores,
a completed Evaluation Report Form (part of the application),
a two-part essay. The essay is the applicant’s opportunity to highlight personal goals, achievements, strengths, dedications, and convictions, and
Up to two additional recommendations.

Home School Students must submit the following:
a transcript listing course titles and content,
SAT or ACT scores,
an interview (phone or in person),
a partial portfolio of sample work completed (such as graded papers),
a letter of recommendation (not from a parent),
a document that serves as the “diploma,” and
a copy of the state rules under which the “home school” was formed or is recognized if other than North Carolina rules.
Committing to Warren Wilson

Students who have decided to enroll at Warren Wilson College should send their $300 nonrefundable admission deposits as soon as they know they will be attending the College, but before May 1. Students who deposit after May 1 will be subject to space limitations. Students involved in the Early Decision program should follow the procedures herewith.
Early Decision

Students who are highly interested in Warren Wilson College and have strong high school records may apply as Early Decision candidates. Applications for Early Decision must be received by November 15 and decisions will be mailed out on December 1. Any student not granted admission under Early Decision will automatically be put into the Regular Decision pool of applicants. If students are accepted as Early Decision candidates and they know that they will attend Warren Wilson, they should send their nonrefundable admission deposit by December 20. At that time, they must agree to withdraw applications made to other schools and not to apply to any more. If a student chooses not to deposit at that time, the offer of admission will be withdrawn.
Wait List

The College may assign some applicants to a wait list. Students assigned to the wait list may be offered admission later in the year if space becomes available. Students who are assigned to the wait list may contact the Office of Admission to determine their positions on the list and to learn the list’s history in previous years.
Provisional Admission

Each year a small number of applicants are admitted as provisional students. Provisional students may or may not meet all regular admission standards, but show unusual promise for becoming successful Warren Wilson students. The provisional status limits students to 12-14 credit hours during the first semester, instead of the regular 16-18, and they must enroll in College Academic Skills. Provisional status is lifted after successful completion of the first semester. Provisional students are considered degree-seeking students, and typically do not take extra time to graduate.
Early Admission

Early Admission is an option open to a few high school juniors who wish to begin at Warren Wilson College a year early. To be a serious candidate, a student must fulfill the following requirements, for which there can be no exceptions:
be in the top 10% of his or her class in a high-level curriculum,
have high SAT or ACT scores,
have completed all graduation requirements except for senior English, and
show a high level of maturity.

To apply for Early Admission, students must submit all the documents requested for first year applicants, and
the student and parents must file a letter stating the reasons for requesting early admission, and
the high school principal must file a letter certifying that the student will receive a high school diploma after successfully completing the first year at Warren Wilson.
Deferred Admission

Accepted students may defer their offers of admission for up to one year by writing the Office of Admission of their intentions. This request is to be completed by May 1 of the year of acceptance. Students deferring admission may send in their deposits at the time they are admitted, but are not required to do so. However, students who deposit after May 1 of the year they intend to enroll will be subject to space availability.
College Credit While in High School

Entering freshman students who have taken college courses during their junior or senior year or in the summer prior to entering Warren Wilson College must report such work to the Office of Admission. At the student’s request, the College Registrar will determine whether such work will receive credit.
Advanced Placement (AP) Credit

Academic credit may be granted to enrolled students who receive scores of 3, 4, or 5 on College Board Advanced Placement tests. Refer to this chart to determine the required score, amount of credit, and course waiver.
Transfer Admission

Admission of transfer students is competitive, with the primary criteria being academic merit and available space in a given class. To be considered, a transfer applicant must provide
a transfer student application,
an official high school transcript,
official transcripts from all colleges previously attended,
a transfer evaluation form (part of the application) from the most recently attended college, and
SAT or ACT scores if fewer than 28 semester credits have been earned.

In addition, for transfer students to be seriously considered, they
must be eligible to return to their most recently attended college,
must be in good standing at colleges previously attended, and
should have an overall college Quality Grade Point Average of at least 2.75. The overall GPA will be calculated by the Warren Wilson College Registrar. Courses with grades of D are not accepted for transfer, but are calculated into the GPA. Transfer grades are not calculated toward Warren Wilson College GPA.

Academic work presented for transfer must be from an accredited college and is subject to final evaluation by the College Registrar’s Office. Warren Wilson will accept a maximum of 64 credits from a two-year college program. The transfer credits must be from a college or university accredited by one of the following agencies: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, New England Association of Schools and Colleges, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Northwest Association of Schools and of Colleges and Universities, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
International Student Admission

Warren Wilson College has long had a specific commitment to international education, and since the early 1940s has had a sizable international population. An international student seeking admission is required to submit the following information to the Office of Admission:
a Warren Wilson College International Student Application, with the $15 (U.S.) application fee,
original or notarized copies of secondary school records,
results of external examinations such as GCE-O and GCE-A,
results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A score of 550 or higher is required. (The TOEFL is administered at several test centers around the world. Inquiries and requests for TOEFL application forms should be addressed to TOEFL, Box 899, Princeton, New Jersey 08541, U.S.A. The institution number for Warren Wilson College is 5886.)
two letters of recommendation,
a personal essay,
certification of finances, financial information, and contract proposal (part of the application), and
verification of income (in U.S. dollars) including
a statement from employer verifying parents’ employment and salary
a copy of last tax statement if self-employed
a letter from a bank to verify average balance of past six months in savings and checking accounts.
Financial Aid to International Students

Through the Work Program, Warren Wilson College is able to offer financial assistance to all international students. These students may also be eligible for other financial assistance, including scholarships. More information about financial aid is available from the Office of Admission.
Admission to the Spring Semester

Admission to Warren Wilson College for the spring semester is offered on a space available basis. Notification of admission will begin on September 1 and proceed until available space is filled.
Day Students

Warren Wilson College is a residential community. It is desired that most students live on campus throughout their enrollment. Therefore, students who wish to be day students must qualify as one of the following:
living with parents,
married,
single parent, or
financially independent as determined by the IRS.

Students who have lived on campus for one full year may petition the Dean of Students for day student status before April 1 (for fall semester) or November 1 (for spring semester). Considerations may include space on campus, the work program, and residential aspects of the community.

Notes:
Day students ordinarily do not participate in the work program.
All students must participate in the work program for at least one full year.
Student teachers and full-time interns are automatically approved for day student status, if they seek it.
Freshmen are not allowed to have automobiles on campus.
Falsification of Records

Entering the College using falsified or misleading documents or intentionally omitting documents can lead to dismissal or degree revocation.
Credit For Prior Learning

Students who are 25 years of age or older can petition to receive academic credit toward their degree programs for prior nonacademic learning experiences. They may earn a maximum of 16 credit hours through this procedure. Candidates for credit for prior learning begin the process with a letter to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, describing the subject areas in which they believe they can demonstrate and document learning that is appropriate to an undergraduate program. The Vice President for Academic Affairs will appoint one or more examiners to help the student complete the assessment process. The examiners’ recommendations are presented to the Academic Council for final approval. Veterans of the armed forces (U.S. and others) are eligible to apply for two credit hours in physical education. To claim the credit, students should provide a statement to the Registrar giving the dates, place, and service branch where the basic training was completed.
Graduate Equivalency Degrees (G.E.D.)

A G.E.D. may, on occasion, be accepted in place of a regular high school diploma. Applicants with a G.E.D. will receive close scrutiny to determine whether they have had the appropriate courses to succeed at Warren Wilson. In general, a G.E.D. is used for older students who now show good reason to enroll in college. Applicants must have a minimum battery average of 500 per section. Applicants with a G.E.D. must include a detailed personal essay discussing why they left school and why they wish to enroll at Warren Wilson College. A personal interview is also strongly recommended.
Readmission

All requests for readmission (after a period of non-enrollment) are submitted on the regular college application obtained from the Admission Office. A student who was suspended or on any form of probation when last enrolled must include pertinent information as to why reinstatement should be granted. If another college or university has been attended during the period of non-enrollment, a transcript must be presented with the request for readmission.

Each application for readmission must be approved by the Executive Committee, which includes the Director of Financial Aid, Dean of Admission, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of Students, Dean of Service-Learning, Dean of Work, and Registrar

Veterinary medicine is one of the fastest growing professions in the country, and Warren Wilson College graduates have been very successful in gaining admission to schools of veterinary medicine. Students may fulfill the entrance requirements for veterinary schools by earning a B.S. degree in Biology or Chemistry. Veterinary schools expect applicants to have had experience in studying and caring for animals, and pre-vet students work on the Farm crew for two years, caring for and managing all aspects of the pig and cattle herds. The combination of a good academic background, Farm Crew experience, and the discipline from the Warren Wilson College Triad educational program benefit the student in applying to veterinary medicine programs and in future professional work. An additional strength of the pre-veterinary medicine program at Warren Wilson College is that the pre-veterinary advisor is a licensed veterinarian with a Ph.D. in animal behavior.