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- Admission Policies
- Entrance Placement Testing
- Admission Procedures
- Semester Fee Schedule
- Refunds
- Residence Classification
- Medical Requirement
- Textbooks
All correspondence regarding admissions and other information should be addressed to:
Office of Admissions
Eastern Wyoming College
3200 West C Street
Torrington, WY 82240
(307) 532-8237
Admission Policies
Eastern Wyoming College is open to all students who meet the admission policies without regard to race, sex, color, religion, handicap, or ethnic background.
Eastern Wyoming College will admit any high school graduate or anyone who, in the judgment of the college, can benefit from one of the college programs. Enrollment in academic areas for degree purposes is normally limited to those with a high school diploma or the equivalent. Individuals without high school diplomas or GED credentials who are mature enough to benefit will be accepted on a provisional basis and assisted in selecting an appropriate program. For Financial Aid eligibility requirements, however, please see the Financial Aid section.
It is strongly recommended that applicants provide the Office of Admissions with an official transcript of their secondary school record, GED certificate, and/or transcripts from colleges previously attended. These credentials are of importance for purposes of applying for scholarships, academic advisement, and efficient transfer of credit hours from previous institutions.
Entrance Placement Testing
All associate degree-seeking students must take placement exams in English, math, and reading prior to registration to aid in proper class placement and to maximize their academic success. All certificate and non degree-seeking students must take the placement exams prior to enrolling in certain English or math courses. Placement tests are administered in the Testing Center for a $15 initial fee, and up to five retakes will be free for one year. Students with appropriate ACT scores may not need to take placement testing.
- English Placement Exam
- Students wishing to enroll in Developmental Studies 0620, 0630, 0640, or English 1010 must first take a placement test, which will determine the appropriate course for the student's indicated level of proficiency. The placement system is designed to work in the student's best interest, so that a student does not end up in a course that is too advanced or too basic.
- Mathematics Placement Exam
- Students who wish to enroll in any mathematics course or in certain chemistry, computer science, business, or physics courses must either show prior college credit in mathematics or take a placement examination to meet a prerequisite. Additionally, those wishing to take their first mathematics course at Eastern Wyoming College must also take the placement exam to determine the appropriate course for the student's indicated level of proficiency. The exam is designed to place students in a course that is neither above nor below their abilities so that they may be successful without repeating work they are already capable of doing. Students who question their placement score will be allowed to retest. This exam is valid for only one year, so it is best that a mathematics class be taken within that year to avoid having to retake the test.
- Reading Requirement and Placement Examination
- Students must also take a reading test to determine vocabulary and reading comprehension levels. It is important for all college students to possess or acquire the reading skills relevant to their program of study.
Refunds
Tuition is refunded on a course basis and is determined by the length of the course and the first meeting day of the course. For courses which meet the full semester, tuition, and activity and use fees are refunded in full for 8 calendar days beginning with the first day of class. Thereafter, the tuition refund is 25% through 29 calendar days, beginning with the first day of class, with no refund for activity and use fees. For courses which are offered for less than a full semester, tuition, and activity and use fees will be prorated.
If a student withdraws from the college or vacates college housing, dormitory and food service refunds will be made on a prorated weekly basis at 100% for the first two (2) weeks of classes; and at 80% until midterm. There will be NO REFUNDS after midterm.
For students with federal financial aid, the federal financial aid refund rules take precedence over the EWC policy.
Medical Requirement
All students must complete the Student Health Statement. Although not required by EWC, it is strongly recommended that all students born after 1956 provide an immunization record showing 2 measles immunizations.
All male and female students who compete in intercollegiate athletics at Eastern Wyoming College are responsible for having a health physical given by a physician of their choice. Eastern Wyoming College is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the eligibility rules of this organization govern the eligibility of all student athletes competing in intercollegiate athletics. Section 9 of Article V defines this responsibility as follows: "All athletes in any sport must have passed an adequate physical examination given by a physician previous to his/her first practice for each collegiate year in which he or she competes." The student medical examination form must be obtained from Eastern Wyoming College.
Textbook Information
Each student is required to supply textbooks and personal materials necessary for satisfactory progress in course work. For the convenience of the students the college bookstore stocks textbooks, supplies, and study aids. Used books are stocked when available and are sold at a discounted price. Book buy back events are held the last week of the spring and fall semesters. Bookstore hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the regular school year and Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. during the summer. The bookstore is open in the evening the first week of classes each semester.
