catalog.wcu.eduWestern Carolina University - Acalog ACMS™

Javascript is currently not supported, or is disabled by this browser. Please enable Javascript for full functionality. Skip to Content Search the WCU site  News & Events Get the Latest WCU News WCU Events Calendar Catamount Sports Venues Bardo Arts Center Ramsey Activity Center Give to WCU Partner with Us Lead the Way Campaign Make a Gift Now Ways to Give Quick Links Student Resources myWCU OneStop Blackboard Email Library Academic Calendar Students Accounts Maps & Location Main Campus WCU at Biltmore Park Campus Map Find People Faculty and Staff Directory Student Directory Social Media University Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Flickr Admissions Facebook Twitter Catamount Sports Facebook Twitter Instagram Discover About Western Carolina Apply Admissions & Aid Learn Academics & Support Experience Student Life & Services Compete Athletics at WCU Engage Community & Alumni Student actors, health sciences students coming together for clinical simulations Soon, WCU will bring together budding student actors from CFPA and health professionals-in-training from CHHS to create an initiative that may be the first of its kind on a U.S. college campus. As the westernmost institution in the UNC system, Western Carolina University provides educational opportunities to residents of the state’s western region and attracts students from around the globe to explore the area’s vast resources. About Western Carolina Fast Facts Main Campus WCU in Asheville Diversity at WCU Leadership Employment Opportunities Campus Operations and Finance Accreditation Parking and Transportation Spring semester enrollment hits all-time seasonal high with 10,229 students One year after Western Carolina University’s spring semester enrollment topped 10,000 for the first time, the head count for spring has set yet another seasonal high mark, with a total of 10,229 students on the university rolls. At Western Carolina University, we view our admissions process as our opportunity to build the community that defines our institution. We look for people eager to explore and ready to redefine success. Admissions and Financial Aid Undergraduate Admissions Graduate Admissions Tuition and Fees Financial Aid Scholarships Online & Distance Programs International Students New Student Orientation Students in top 10 again for National Conference on Undergraduate Research Western Carolina University students once again rank in the top 10 nationally in the number of research projects accepted for presentation at the annual National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Programs and courses at Western Carolina are designed to provide hands-on, applied experience. Students engage with communities across the region as they practice their profession in real-world environments. Academic Programs & Support Programs of Study Colleges The Honors College Academic Success Academic Enrichment Academic Calendar Library Western Carolina’s unique mountain location helps fuel a vibrant campus community with more than 170 student clubs and organizations as well as a busy performing arts calendar and the campus’s own adventure guide service. Student Life & Services Residential Living Campus Activities Campus Recreation & Wellness Counseling & Psychological Services Health Services Greek Student Engagement Intercultural Affairs Student Activities Calendar Student Community Ethics Western Carolina is home to 16 Southern Conference athletic teams with more than 375 student athlete competitors. WCU strives to inspire student-athletes to compete like champions on the field and in the classroom. WCU Athletics Game Tickets Catamount Club Catamount Fan Shop Catamount Sports Network About WCU Athletics Athletic Facilities WCU launches Lead the Way campaign, sets $60 million goal, announces $5 million gift pledge Western Carolina University officially launched the public phase of its comprehensive fundraising campaign Thursday, March 1, by announcing a minimum goal of $60 million. Western Carolina was founded to serve the region it calls home, and that has not changed. WCU continues to focus on regional development initiatives, engaged service and community programs. It also partners with alumni and donors to ensure access to higher education for deserving students in the region and beyond. Community and Alumni Engagement Give to WCU Alumni Association Regional Development Professional Growth and Enrichment Conference Services M Main Menu Quick Links Maps and Locations Library Careers at WCU Emergency Information Student Resources Email Blackboard myWCU Academic Calendar Faculty & Staff Resources Staff Directory Human Resources Space Reservations University Policies Community Resources Community Classes Programs for Kids Mountain Heritage Center Other Community Resources Parent Resources WCU Parent Tips Family Weekend Student Accounts Financial Aid © Copyright by Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC 828.227.7211 Contact WCU Text-Only Return to Original Version of This Page Change color to Yellow Text on Black Background Change color to Black Text on Cream Background      Office of Web Services Western Carolina University CURRENT 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog Select a Catalog CURRENT 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog CURRENT 2019-2020 Graduate Catalog May 03, 2020 HELP CURRENT 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog CURRENT 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog Regulations Subject to Change Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this catalog to the extent possible at press time. However, changes in or elimination of provisions contained herein on any and all matters, including courses, course descriptions, designations of faculty, fees, and other charges, admission and degree requirements, and academic policies and procedures, may be made and applied before the next catalog is published. Students should contact the appropriate department head, dean, or other administrative office for current information. Western Carolina University does not intend to enter into a contractual relationship with any student or other person through the issuance of The Record and does not intend to create any cause of action against the State of North Carolina, The University of North Carolina, the Board of Governors, the President, Western Carolina University (WCU), WCU’s Board of Trustees, WCU’s Chancellor, or any other officer, agency, agent, or employee of the state, The University of North Carolina, or WCU. Western Carolina University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Moreover, Western Carolina University is open to people of all races and actively seeks to promote racial diversity by recruiting and enrolling African American, American Indian, and other minority students. For information concerning affirmative action policies and procedures, contact the Affirmative Action Office, 530 H.F.. Robinson Administration Building, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723, 828-227-7116. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page Global Search Catalog Search Choose Search Location Select an option Courses Programs Schools/Colleges & Departments Policies and Other Non-Academic Content Entire Catalog Search Keyword Field Whole Word/Phrase Advanced Search Catalog Home About the University 2019-2020 Academic Calendar Important Telephone Numbers Academic Regulations & Policies Admissions Fees, Expenses and Financial Aid Scholarships Department Information Degree & Program Requirements Undergraduate Programs Liberal Studies Course Information The Register What’s New! Archived Catalogs My Portfolio All catalogs © 2020 Western Carolina University. Powered by the Acalog™ Academic Catalog Management System™ (ACMS™) . Mobile Site ....