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Admission
All persons who wish to pursue a degree program at
the University must file the following documentation with the
Admissions office, Schofield 112: an application for admission and
any specific application fee, an official high school transcript,
test scores (when applicable), and official transcript(s) of all
previous post-secondary work attempted are required. Priority
dates for applications are established each year. Contact the
Admissions office for information.
PREPARATION
FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY
A successful University
experience depends upon the student’s high school preparation. The
coursework chosen should include at least the maximum number of
subjects selected from English, both composition and literature;
foreign language; mathematics, with algebra, geometry, plus an
additional college preparatory course; natural science; history,
and other social studies. Students are strongly encouraged to take
a mathematics class in the senior year.
Some high school courses may
not satisfy University admission requirements for college
preparatory academic coursework. For information on applicability
of high school courses to admissions requirements, call the
Admissions office.
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ADMISSION
OF FRESHMEN
Freshmen applicants must
satisfy the following minimum requirements in order to be
considered for admission:
I. Applicants must present
evidence of graduation from a recognized high school or equivalent
certificate.
A. A recognized high school
is one which either (1) is operated by public school districts, or
(2) is a private school accredited by an association that is
certified by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit private
schools, and those whose names appear in the Federal Register as
an approved accreditation association, or (3) is a private school
not accredited under (2) but may be "recognized" by an institution
in the System based on the performance of previously admitted
graduates from the high school.
B. An applicant who has not
graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of
ability to begin college work. Such evidence may include General
Education Development (GED) test scores or High School Equivalency
Diploma (HSED) test scores, transcripts of coursework completed in
high school, high school rank-in-class before leaving high school,
written recommendations, ACT/SAT I test scores, and other evidence
deemed appropriate by the University. High school equivalency
applicants may not normally be enrolled unless they are a minimum
of two years past their expected date of high school graduation.
II. Applicants must present a
minimum of 17 high school units (one unit equals one year
of study)** distributed as follows:
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Units |
| English
(at least three composition and literature) |
4 |
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Mathematics
(algebra,
geometry, advanced college preparatory math*) |
3 |
| Natural
Science |
3 |
| Social
Science (one must be world or American history) |
3 |
| Foreign
Language (in a single foreign language) |
2 |
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Additional
coursework in any of the above areas, and art,
music, speech,
computer science, or other academic areas |
2 |
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| TOTAL |
17** |
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*In almost all high school curricula,
algebra II or higher/advanced algebra is the third college
preparatory mathematics course required.
**Students who begin taking high school
coursework prior to high school (e.g. mathematics, foreign
language) must still present a total of 15 academic
credits (English, mathematics, natural science, social
science, and foreign language) in grades 9-12. |
III. Applicants must present
the required combination of rank and ACT or SAT I test scores.
Applicants must rank in at least the top 25 percent of their
graduating class and present an ACT composite score of at least 22
or SAT I score of 1050 or higher; or applicants must rank in at
least the top 50 percent of their graduating class and present an
ACT composite score of at least 23 or SAT I score of at least
1090.
Unranked students must
present an ACT of at least 23/SAT I of 1090 or higher, with a GPA
of 3.25 or higher.
Official test scores from
The American College Testing Program (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude
Test (SAT I) must be on file for all new freshmen under the age of
22. Failure to have official test scores on file prevents a
student from receiving scholarship and orientation/registration
materials. ACT is the preferred test. Students will not be
disadvantaged in the admission process by taking one test rather
than the other.
IV. Students lacking the
necessary rank-in-class, the required pattern of high school
units, or the minimum composite ACT or SAT I score may be
considered for admission if, on the basis of other factors, they
appear to have a reasonable probability of success in college.
V. Students who do not meet
admission requirements may be considered for conditional admission
during the spring semester only. Students successfully meeting
University requirements at the end of the conditional period will
be continued for the following semester as a student in good
standing. To be considered for conditional admission, students
must have been out of high school for at least two years or a
minimum of two years past their expected date of high school
graduation.
VI. Particular consideration
in admission will be given to applicants who have been out of
school for two or more years; service veterans, as defined by
state and federal policies; and students who have been
disadvantaged as a result of substandard education, family income,
or ethnic background.
VII. Requirements for
out-of-state students will be the same as those of resident
students, except that special requirements may be adopted for
international applicants. If the number of qualified out-of-state
students exceeds the ability of UW-Eau Claire to accommodate them,
the University shall determine the criteria for selection from
among qualified applicants.
VIII. Final admission
requires that students maintain their high school academic
standing and successfully complete coursework in progress as
outlined on the application. The final (eighth semester) official
transcript provided by the high school provides the required
certification that the applicant has fulfilled this obligation. It
is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the proper
supporting documents have been delivered to the Admissions office.
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COMPETENCY-BASED
ADMISSIONS
High school students
from schools that use a competency-based evaluation system may be
considered for admission. High schools that use an alternative
system such as this must complete the UW-System Competency-Based
Admission Profile. Contact the Admissions office for additional
information on the process and procedure.
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ADMISSION
OF HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENTS
Home-schooled students
seeking admission as freshmen must have excelled academically in
high school coursework. They must have completed the array of 17
units of rigorous college preparatory coursework. Students must
present a score of at least 23 in each of the four ACT test
subscores.
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EARLY
ADMISSION OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The University offers
admission to exceptionally qualified high school students who will
have completed the 10th grade by the time they will enroll at
UW-Eau Claire. Such students must provide evidence of academic
ability, motivation, and self-discipline necessary to engage in
university-level study.
Admission requirements:
• Rank in the top 10 percent
of their high school class or have a cumulative high school GPA of
3.75 or higher
• ACT composite score of 28
or higher with 25 or higher in all subscores (or equivalent scores
from the SAT I)
• Permission of parent(s) or
guardians
Applicants for early admission
must provide the following:
• A standard UW System
application form
• An official high school
transcript showing current rank-in-class and official transcripts
for all University work completed
• Two letters of
recommendation. At least one should be from a current teacher.
The other may be from any adult (preferably from the principal,
assistant principal, or guidance counselor) in a position to
assess the applicant’s skills and readiness for University study
• Permission statement
signed by parent(s) or guardian(s)
• On-campus interview with
the office of Admissions or Academic Advising office
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READMISSION
All former students who have been away from the
University for a semester or more (except those on academic
leave*) must file a formal application for readmission.
Students seeking readmission are encouraged to make application as
early as possible prior to the semester in which they wish to
return. Readmission at a late date is not guaranteed.
Applicants returning after an absence of two or more consecutive
semesters must meet the degree requirements of the catalogue in
effect upon their return, or a subsequent catalogue.
*Academic leave information and forms are
available in the Office of Student Development and Diversity.
(See Academic Leave)
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TRANSFER
APPLICANTS
Transfer applicants will be
considered for admission if their previous academic record
qualifies them as students in acceptable standing when equated to
the UW-Eau Claire Academic Standards Policy, and if their GPA
meets the requirements for their declared program of study.
Transfer students are encouraged to apply for admission as early
as possible prior to the semester in which they wish to enroll.
Priority dates, after which admission of qualified students cannot
be guaranteed, may be established each year. Transfer students are
urged to contact the Admissions office for information on specific
dates.
To be considered for
transfer admission, a student must have a minimum of 30
transferable semester (45 quarter) credits with a 2.00 cumulative
GPA. A higher GPA may be required for applicants who specify
majors/programs with higher admission requirements. Students with
less than 30 transferable semester (45 quarter) credits must meet
the freshman admission requirements and must have a 2.00
cumulative GPA in all college coursework (see page XX). The
University recommends applicants complete the equivalent of the
UW-Eau Claire English composition course requirement and a
university-level mathematics course prior to transfer.
All supporting official
transcripts (college and high school) must be in the Admissions
office by the established priority dates or no later than August
15 for the fall semester, or two weeks prior to registration for
the spring semester. If a student transfers for the second
semester and finds a transcript cannot be issued in time, a
statement from the dean of the previous college concerning the
student’s academic status will be accepted until an official
transcript can be sent to UW-Eau Claire.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure
that the proper supporting documents have been delivered to the
Admissions office.
Students who have registered
at other colleges and universities may not disregard their records
at such institutions. Failure to report previous college
attendance is sufficient cause for cancellation of the student’s
enrollment, of any credits earned, or both.
Transfer students who do not
meet institutional admission requirements and are denied admission
may appeal in writing to the Director of Admissions.
Transfer of Credits
Credits earned at an
accredited college or university may be transferred and applied
toward a degree from this University if they are appropriate to
the curriculum into which the student is transferring. The
Admissions office will prepare an evaluation or official list of
transferred credits for the student. Appeal of the evaluation may
be made through the Chair of the Department where the course
resides, to the Dean of that College, and if necessary, to the
Provost/Vice Chancellor. Students seeking a second baccalaureate
degree or additional certification are not given an evaluation of
credits; they report to the Associate Dean of the College or
School for specific advising.
Associate degrees granted
from University of Wisconsin System institutions (including the
University of Wisconsin Colleges that meet the 1987 Board of
Regents approved minimum requirements), satisfy the breadth
requirements of UW-Eau Claire’s general education program (see
General Education Requirements); however, competency requirements,
levels of proficiency, and specific courses are still required.
Because individual baccalaureate degree programs stipulate
specific courses, students should be attentive to the requirements
of an intended major in planning their General Education program.
Students planning to transfer with an Associate Degree are
encouraged to consult, as early as possible, with the Associate
Dean of the College or School in which they plan to major.
In certain fields, credits
that were earned more than ten years prior to admission or
readmission may be invalid as degree credits.
Credit may be granted for
post-secondary work at a foreign institution if the institution is
listed in the International Handbook of Universities or in the
Commonwealth Universities Yearbook. Current recommendations of
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions
Officers and the National Association of Foreign Student Affairs
are used to determine the amount and type of advanced-standing
credit to be given.
Two-Year College Transfers
Students who transfer from
the University of Wisconsin Colleges or from any other accredited
community college may transfer up to 72 credits, including any
credit earned at other institutions prior to transfer.
Transfer students may also
be required to take general education courses at the upper
division level. Because individual baccalaureate degree programs
stipulate specific courses, students should be attentive to the
requirements of an intended major in planning their General
Education program. Students planning to transfer with an Associate
Degree are encouraged to consult, as early as possible, with the
Transfer Coordinator in the Admissions office.
Transfer of Wisconsin
Technical College System (WTCS)
General Educations Credits
Up to 15 credits of general
education coursework (in the areas of communication skills, and
behavioral and/or social sciences) from a WTCS institution may be
considered for transfer, as well as up to two approved courses in
mathematics and/or natural sciences. To qualify for transfer, the
quality and content of the coursework must have been judged to be
comparable to coursework at UW-Eau Claire.
If the general education
coursework is not acceptable, students from WTCS institutions may
earn credit by examination in those cases where UW-Eau Claire
offers a course that is generally comparable in content or title
to the noncollege parallel general education course. In order for
noncollege parallel WTCS general education course credits to be
considered for transfer to UW-Eau Claire, credit must have been
earned after September 1989. Math and science coursework must have
been earned after fall 1995.
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ADMISSION
AS A SPECIAL STUDENT
Persons who have graduated
from a recognized high school or have the educational equivalent
and demonstrate ability to succeed in college level work, but who
are not interested in seeking a degree, may attend the University
as special students. Admission criteria for special students are
more flexible than for degree seeking students, and no formal
admission is required prior to the Special Student Registration.
Each case will be considered on its own merits. Students
interested in taking classes as a special student should inquire
and apply in Registration Services.
Special students may enroll
for a maximum of six credits (or two courses if credits exceed
six) per semester, and must meet the academic standards of the
University (see Academic Standing and Progress). Once an
individual has earned 29 credits as a special student (including
any transfer credit), he or she must make application for
admission to the University. If enrollment management targets
allow, the Director of Admissions may make exceptions to the
requirement for those individuals who do not intend to seek a
degree.
High School Special/Youth
Options Program
High school juniors and
seniors who rank in the top 25 percent of their class or who rank
in the 50th to 74th percentile with an ACT composite of 24 or
greater (or equivalent scores on SAT I/PSAT/PACT) may enroll as
special students at the University. Gifted students who do not
meet these criteria may be considered on an exception basis if
they are able to document great ability in a specific discipline.
Students may enroll in
courses with contents that are not available in the high school
curriculum and for which they have the necessary prerequisites.
For specific guidelines, contact the Admissions office.
The student must submit a
Youth Options/High School Special form (available from the
Admissions office or from local high school guidance counselors)
and an official high school transcript showing current
rank-in-class and test scores. All documents should be submitted
to the Admission office by August 1 for fall semester, December 1
for spring semester, and May 1 for summer session.
Once admitted, Youth
Options/High School Special students and other special students
will be directed to the office of Advising and Academic Testing to
meet with an adviser. Placement tests may be required before
meeting with an advisor. All special students, including high
school special students, are limited to six credits or two courses
per semester and must meet the academic standards of the
University (see Academic Standing and Progress).
Youth Option/High School
Special students register during special student registration on a
space available basis.
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ADMISSION
OF VETERANS
A veteran who is not a high
school graduate may be admitted on the basis of results required
by the Admissions office.
Veterans and certain
eligible dependents may be entitled to educational benefits under
various programs administered by the Veterans Administration (see
Veterans Services Adviser, Schofield 128). Veterans and eligible
dependents may obtain these benefits while pursuing a course of
study at UW-Eau Claire. Students enrolled under these programs
must carry 12 hours of credit during each semester of the academic
year to be eligible for full-time allotments. Summer session
allotments are determined by class contact hours and total
credits. Part-time and full-time study grants are available to
eligible Wisconsin veterans.
Credit may be awarded for
educational preparation acquired while in service:
1. Special Training Program:
Veterans will be asked to submit official transcripts of their
records. In granting credit, the University considers
recommendation of the American Council on Education. No credit
will be granted if such credit would constitute repetition of
credit already earned.
2. High school graduation
equivalency will be granted to veterans who meet General Education
Development (GED) Test standards as outlined by the American
Council on Education, provided such tests have been completed by
the date of formal registration.
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ADMISSION
FOR RESIDENTS OF UNITED STATES
TERRITORIES
American students from Territories of the United
States are admitted on the same basis as other American students.
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ADMISSION
OF NONRESIDENT ALIENS
Nonresident aliens in the United States make
application for admission in the same way as a U.S. citizen.
Applicants must take a standardized examination prior to
admission. Nonresident aliens admitted to the University must
successfully complete English 110 or International Studies
coursework determined to be appropriate. Students are required to
provide copies of both sides of their resident alien card.
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ADMISSON
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The University welcomes
qualified students from other countries. Applications are
encouraged because of the reciprocal advantages that may accrue to
the students themselves and to the University from an exchange of
ideas.
International students must
complete an international application for admission, document
English proficiency by submitting a Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) score, and provide proof of financial support by
filing a Financial Statement for International Applicants. These
forms are available from the Admissions office. Complete school
records must be received before any consideration can be given to
the applicant. Testimonial letters are of value but cannot be used
in lieu of official school records. In countries where a national
testing program such as the General Certificate of Education is
used, UW-Eau Claire must have the results of the test before a
decision can be reached.
An English proficiency test
is required of all applicants prior to a decision. The most
appropriate one is the TOEFL, which is offered on computer
throughout most regions of the world. In areas where access to
computer-based testing is limited, a supplemental paper-and-pencil
version of the test is administered. Applicants can contact TOEFL
online at www.TOEFL.org or by writing for information directly to
TOEFL, Educational Testing Service, Box 6151, Princeton, New
Jersey 08540-6151.
Because of the large number
of applicants to UW-Eau Claire each year, students are advised to
file applications for the fall semester by June 1 and for the
spring semester by November 1. Applicants filing after these dates
may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
When there is no responsible
American or international agency sponsoring the student, the
individual student may be required to deposit a sum of money in
the Business office one month prior to registration. Because costs
and conditions are subject to change, the exact amount of the
deposit and all information pertinent to it will be furnished in
the letter of response from the University to the student.
International applicants
will not be able to secure any part of their finances through
employment in the United States. The United States Immigration and
Naturalization Service has ruled that an international student may
not work off-campus while in the United States.
All international students
in their first year at UW-Eau Claire are required to live in
University residence halls during the academic year. Students must
make provision for themselves during the summer break and vacation
periods.
All enrolled international
students will be required to subscribe to the Student Health
Insurance Plan or to show comparable coverage through another
agency or organization.
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Continuing
Education and Extension
The "Wisconsin Idea"
The "Wisconsin Idea," a
concept named after the state that pioneered its development,
holds that the function of a university is not only to educate
full-time students on its home campus, but also to extend
educational opportunities and services to all citizens of the
state. The Wisconsin Idea is incorporated into the general mission
of the University of Wisconsin System and into the particular
missions of the various institutions.
The University of
Wisconsin-Eau Claire has long supported the Wisconsin Idea and the
related idea of education as a process continuing throughout the
lifetime of an individual. The University welcomes to the campus
members of the community who wish to attend credit and non-credit
courses for personal or professional reasons. Many campus
resources and services are also available to community members.
Further information may be
obtained from the Educational Opportunity Center (Old Library
2134), or Advising and Academic Testing, (Schofield 226), and/or
from the office of Continuing Education located at 210 Water
Street, Eau Claire.
Special Students
Special Students are
individuals who take classes for credit but are not pursuing a
degree. For this reason no formal admission is required prior to
the Special Student Registration (see Admission as a Special
Student). Because of the demand for some courses and limitations
on enrollment, degree students will be given priority over Special
Students. Special Students may take up to six credits (or two
courses, if credits exceed six) per semester.
Auditing of Classes by
Special Students
An auditor registers to
attend a course and participate in class activities without
earning credit (see Auditing Courses). Basic required textbooks
for use in undergraduate courses are furnished from the
Instructional Resource Rental Department of the University
Bookstore.
In all University courses,
students registering for credit must be given priority over
auditors, but a wide variety of alternatives is available to the
auditor each semester. There are no formal requirements concerning
previous education. Audit enrollment is not permitted in some
courses (see current Class Schedule Bulletin for restrictions).
Board of Regents policy
makes it possible for students to audit courses at reduced costs,
as follows: Wisconsin residents under age 60 may audit classes by
paying only 30 percent of the normal per credit academic fee, and
nonresidents may audit by paying 50 percent of the nonresident
academic fee. Residents of Wisconsin who are 60 years of age or
older or who meet certain disability requirements may audit
courses on a space-available basis at no charge for tuition. In
all cases any special course fees or materials are additional.
Individuals may audit six credits (or two courses, if credits
exceed six) each semester, or may take one course for credit (at
the normal per credit resident or nonresident fee) and another as
an auditor during the same semester. Individuals meeting
disability requirements should contact an adviser in Old Library
2136 for information.
Evening Study
Currently many classes are
offered between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Late
afternoon and evening courses are denoted with an asterisk (*)
next to the meeting time in the Class Schedule Bulletins.
University of
Wisconsin-Extension
To increase the availability
of educational opportunities both on and off campus, the
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and University of
Wisconsin-Extension cooperate in providing noncredit continuing
education programs and credit courses designed for the public.
Information about current offerings may be obtained from the
office of Continuing Education located at 210 Water Street, Eau
Claire.
Continuing Education
UW-Eau Claire Continuing
Education, in partnership with UW- Extension, connects campus
and community through regional service and life-long learning.
Life-long Learning
Continuing Education
addresses the needs of community learners through credit courses
designed for non-traditional students of all ages. These courses
count toward University residency requirements in all degree
programs. Continuing Education develops credit courses for
off-campus locations when sufficient enrollment and staff are
available. Interested individuals or organizations should contact
Continuing Education.
Regional Service
Continuing Education
supports the University’s mission of regional service through:
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involvement in regional
economic development planning groups and organizations.
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professional development
programs for teachers, nurses, social workers, and business
people.
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providing information,
training, and counseling for entrepreneurs, small business
owners, and managers through the regional Small Business
Development Center.
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youth development programs
that introduce, enrich, enhance, and develop children’s skills
and knowledge in leadership, language, visual and performing
arts, science, and math.
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partnerships with school
districts and CESAs that provide educational opportunities for
area youth.
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preparing high school
students academically and socially for collegiate-level
coursework through Pre-college and Youth Options programs.
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offering personal
enrichment and travel opportunities to the community through
Culture and Language programs.
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providing a premium
learning experience for students in band, orchestra, choir, and
visual and textile arts through the Indianhead Arts and
Education Center in Shell Lake, WI.
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customizing additional
learning opportunities on the basis of community needs and
interests.
For more information,
contact Continuing Education at (715) 836-3636 or toll-free at
888-UWEC4CE or visit www.uwec.edu/ce.
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