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Transfer-Profile

Western Nevada College

Carson City, Nevada
  • Public
    4 year
  • 4,168
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:22
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 13%
    Transfer Student Ratio
  • $10.6K
    Avg. Financial Aid
Since 1971, Western Nevada College has helped students prepare for careers, earn a college degree, and get started on the road to success. WNC offers high quality and affordable college education, in a caring environment that respects the individual. Many Western grads become leaders in their communities and excel in their professions. Western reaches out to everyone with multiple campuses, learning centers and online classes. Please join us and let WNC be part of your success.
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Overview

Total Faculty 48
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,308
Part-Time Undergraduate 2,860
Transfer Students 534
Programs 57 Programs
Transfer Agreements 8 outgoing Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies 1,826 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $2,700
Out-of-State Tuition $9,345
Books and Supplies $1,400
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid 23%
Federal Loans: Average amount received $7,072
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 48%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received $3,489
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    The Financial Assistance Office strives to promote the educational success of the WNC community by providing professional service and resources, and by eliminating financial barriers.

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    Grades are not transferable but may be utilized when determining eligibility for financial assistance and/or admission to special academic programs and to determine the minimum GPA required for graduation.
  • Official Transcripts:
    You may request to have transfer units applied toward a degree or certificate by submitting a Petition for Evaluation form to Admissions & Records. Students must submit official transcripts or training records before the evaluation will be completed.
  • Apply Here:

Transfer Credit Policy

  • Credits (Min/Max):
    A max of 45 semester units or 75% of the total units required for a degree may be accepted from regionally accredited colleges or universities toward an associate degree. A maximum of 90 semester units or 75% toward a bachelor's.
  • Transfer Policy Document:

Western Nevada College

Address:
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, Nevada 89703-7399
Main Phone:
(775) 445-3000
Website:
Email:

Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Admissions
775-445-3000
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Transfer Services Contact:
Transfer Services
775-445-3267
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Branch Campuses/Additional Locations

Douglas Campus
1680 Bently Parkway South
Minden, NV 89423
775-782-2413
Fallon Campus
160 Campus Way
Fallon, NV 89406
775-423-7565
Last updated on 5/1/2012 by AcademyOne.