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2019–2020COLLEGE GUIDE

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ACCESS TO FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS cwi.edu/go LEARN MORE @ cwi.edu/locations DISCOVER CWI LOCATIONS OUR CAMPUS CWI offers a variety of programs and services at campus locations across PLAYGROUND the , with the main campuses situated in Boise and Nampa. BOISE CENTER (FORMERLY ADA COUNTY CAMPUS ) CWI is located in the Treasure Valley, Southwest Located at Blackeagle Business Park in Boise—at the corner of Overland and Maple Grove Roads Idaho’s economic and cultural hub. As Idaho’s NAMPA CAMPUS center of business, government, arts, and Located off of Garrity Blvd, Exit 38, in Nampa entertainment, the Treasure Valley has been ONE ONE STOP STUDENT SERVICES recognized nationally as STOP CWI’s One Stop Student Services helps you with admissions, financial aid, a great place transcripts, and general information. to live, work, and receive an education—offering cwi.edu/contact 208.562.3000 a quality of life that’s unbeatable! ASSESSMENT & TESTING CENTER SERVICES • Placement testing • GED testing cwi.edu/ged 208.562.3000 • Certification exams • and more cwi.edu/assessment

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Boise Air Terminal FOR A LIST OF LOCATIONS & SERVICES download your MAP KEY PUBLIC BUS ROUTE PARK & RIDE LOT GO TO own map SCHOOL cwi.edu/locations & PLAY CWI LOCATIONS SHUTTLE BUS ROUTE P FREE PARKING TOO LEARN MORE @ cwi.edu/pay AFFORDABLE AVERAGE TUITION COMPARISON BY YEAR FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS CWI’s tuition for a full-time student averages roughly half the cost $19,704 of a state and offers even Important Tips

than the • COMPLETE the FAFSA form and supporting greater savings documentation early. Application opens Oct. 1 for the $7,340 cost of a private college. upcoming academic year. $3,336 • CHECK your CWI student email for notifications. PUBLIC PRIVATE • VISIT cwi.edu/scholarships for CWI scholarships, Idaho FOUR-YEAR FOUR-YEAR CWI INSTITUTIONS1 INSTITUTIONS1 scholarships, and more—application opens Jan. 1. 1 Idaho Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers cwi.edu/scholarships (IACRAO). (August 2019). Higher Education in Idaho 2018–2019. • APPLY for state-wide scholarships at Retrieved from http://iacrao.weebly.com/resources1.html. nextsteps.idaho.gov (Explore>Paying for School).

ONLY nextsteps.idaho.gov • SEARCH for scholarships at scholarships.com.

scholarships.com $139PER CREDIT

Completing your first degree at CWI and then

to a four-year Start here: transferring FREE APPLICATION university —and you will save FOR FEDERAL FAFSA.ED.GOV is easy STUDENT AID CWI CODE: money. Financial aid and scholarship opportunities 042118

are available to eligible students. Types of Aid ESTIMATED CWI COST PER SEMESTER2

TUITION GRANTS are awarded to students based on need In-District Idaho Resident $1,6682 and typically do not need to be repaid. Out-of-District Idaho Resident $2,168 Out-of-State and International $3,672 SCHOLARSHIP AID is awarded based on merit, skill, unique characteristics, or other criteria. Eligibility BOOKS & SUPPLIES $3482 and restrictions may apply.

SPECIAL COURSE FEES Fees Vary3 STUDENT LOANS are borrowed funds that must be repaid. 2 Estimated costs for a full-time student (12 credits). WORK STUDY is a work program through which 3 Fees are subject to change without notice. Some courses have special course fees in addition to the above costs to pay for special equipment, students can earn money to help pay for school. labs, and materials. LEARN MORE @ cwi.edu/programs EXPLORECREDIT PROGRAMS ACADEMIC TRANSFER CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Earn an associate degree in two years or less

Start or recharge your career with your choice of CTE DEGREES: then transfer on to a university or ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) & VARIOUS join the workforce. Either way, CWI provides the 25+ hands-on programs TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE OPTIONS

in both degree and certificate tracks. Our Career • Administrative Specialist • Law Enforcement in-depth education you need to succeed at • Advanced Mechatronics • Machine Tool Engineering Technology Technology and Technical Education (CTE) programs equip you to • Auto Body Technology • Marketing a fraction of the cost! • Automotive Technology Communications enter the workforce in just • Bookkeeping and • Medical Administrative 24 months Accounting Support • Dental Assisting • Medical Assistant or less. • Diesel Technology • , Practical ACADEMIC TRANSFER DEGREES: » Heavy Duty Truck • Physical Therapist Technician Assistant » Heavy Equipment • Powersports and Small ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (AA), ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (AS), Technician Engine Repair AND VARIOUS ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE OPTIONS • Drafting Technology Technology • Early Childhood Education • Surgical Technology • Agricultural Business, • Geography • Fire Service Technology • Unmanned Aerial Systems Leadership, and Education • Geology • Horticulture echnologyT • Welding and Metals • Animal Veterinary Sciences • Health Science • Information Technologies Fabrication • Anthropology • History » Cisco Networking and • Western States CAT • Biology • Liberal Arts Security Technologies Technician • Business • Media Arts » Computer Support • Chemistry • Nursing, Professional Specialist For important information • Communication • Philosophy » Cybersecurity about the educational debt, • Computer Science • Political Science earnings, and completion » Network and System • Criminal Justice • Psychology rates of students who attended Administration the program, please visit • Education • Public Health » Software Development cwi.edu/ge. • Engineering • Science, Technology,

• English Engineering, and Math • Entrepreneurship and Small (STEM) TRANSFER ON TO: Business Management • Sign Language Studies • Exercise Science • Sociology • Geographic Information • Spanish Systems • Studio Art “Having“The instructors, teachers Degree and/or certificate Multiple emphases are options within program are available within this staff,who cared and courseabout offered fully online. discipline. environmentmy success atulti- CWI allowedmately mepaved to findmy • • Eastern Oregon University myselfway to andgraduate pursue • Northwest Nazarene University •  andmy continue passion.” my • And other partnering institutions! education.”- DAKOTA K. - ANDDE M. RECHARGE cwi.edu/programs YOUR CAREER LEARN MORE @ CWI ONLINE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Online classrooms offer the same high-quality education as traditional Boost your knowledge and power your college. With hundreds of course options, online support, and access potential. Workforce Development (WD) offers you to instructors, getting an online degree can be flexible, affordable, and the opportunity to quickly gain the skills to obtain within reach at ! employment, secure apprenticeship training,retrain for new ONLY opportunities, or advance your career. FULLY ONLINE ASSOCIATE DEGREES: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING:* • Administrative Specialist +$139 $10 ONLINE FEE • Business PER CREDIT • Criminal Justice • Healthcare & Emergency Medical Services • English • Technology & Business Solutions • Geography • Trades, Manufacturing, & Construction • History • Customized Training Solutions • Liberal Arts • Affordable Online Certificate Courses • Philosophy cwi.edu/online cwi.edu/wd • Political Science EASY REGISTRATION – *Not eligible for financial aid. May be eligible NO APPLICATION for select scholarship opportunities.

• A vibrant community of online Benefits learners • Personal attention from your advisor of online • A class schedule that’s flexible and learning convenient for you • Easy access to instructors through BASIC SKILLS EDUCATION chat, email, and phone • 24/7 access to your course materials CWI Basic Skills Education (BSE) is a free program dedicated to • Easy degree transfers to a variety of four-year online institutions providing you with opportunities to prepare for the GED, brush up on , or learn CWI offers hundreds of skills for college online and hybrid courses skills to meet your goals that count toward degree English language Plus! completion. in the workplace and the community. BSE is here to help you improve your education level!.

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• GED Preparation • College Preparation » Reading » Writing » Math cwi.edu/bse • English as a Second Language (ESL) **Eligibility = Out of school, 16 years & over cwi.edu/studentlife LIVE IT UP LEARN MORE @ STUDENT LIFE

CWI is more than just attending lectures, writing papers, and taking exams—there are plenty of opportunities to get involved, make friends, and have fun! Participate in community service, travel to conferences, take part in team building, and attend special events. Clubs, teams, and student government all offer fantastic opportunities to discover more at CWI.

CLUBS, TEAMS, STUDENT ETC. LEADERS ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF THE HONOR SOCIETY CWI’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Beta Sigma Pi, COLLEGE OF WESTERN IDAHO (ASCWI) is ranked in the PTK International Top 100 chapters! The society Join student government, become a leader, and make a recognizes academic achievement and provides opportunities difference. ASCWI serves as the voice for the student body and for students to grow as scholars and leaders while promoting promotes student involvement through activities and events. service and fellowship. ACADEMIC CLUBS PRESIDENTIAL AMBASSADORS From Art and Psychology to Auto Brigade—if you are passionate The ambassador program promotes leadership and allows you about your major, we have clubs to help you discover more! the opportunity to become actively involved in campus and NATIONAL community events. You may even be eligible to receive a schol- 7x CHAMPIONS! COMPETITIVE TEAMS arship as part of this program. Perfect your skills and travel regionally and nationally! » SkillsUSA » Business Professionals » Speech & Debate of America WE CARE ABOUT cwi.edu/go LEARN MORE @

YOUR SUCCESS BECOME A STUDENT — CREDIT PROGRAMS

STUDENT RESOURCES APPLY TO CWI A APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Student success is our top priority and we have resources to help Step 1 Step 2 & SCHOLARSHIPS you • Apply for admission (no application fee). • Complete the federal financial aid application at achieve your goals. fafsa.ed.gov. (CWI code: 042118) cwi.edu/go • Apply for scholarships. • Submit transcripts: 1) High school, GED, or home CAMPUS VISITS schooled transcript 2) Previous college credit. cwi.edu/scholarships Discover what it is like to be a student at CWI! Visit campus, tour a Submit your transcripts one of the 1 program, or start your experience online with CWI’s virtual tour. following ways: IMPORTANT DATES FA 2019 SP 2020 SU 2020 » In person at any One Stop Student • Financial Aid Priority Date July 31 Dec. 13 May 16 cwi.edu/visit Services location • Admission Deadline Aug. 9* Jan. 3* May 22* » By fax: 1.888.562.3216 • Tuition & eesF Due Aug. 16 Jan. 10 May 29 ADVISING » By mail: One Stop Student Services; MS 3000; • Last Day to Register Aug. 16 Jan. 10 May 29 Take advantage of assistance in deciding which courses you need P.O. Box 3010; Nampa, ID 83653 • Classes Begin Aug. 19 Jan. 13 June 1** to take, as well as free education and career-focused workshops. • Submit test scores: ACT, SAT, or placement exam 1 Dates subject to change. *All admission requirements must be submitted. See cwi.edu/advising steps to become a student online at cwi.edu/go. VETERAN SERVICES **Some classes begin before this date. See class schedule online. Our staff can assist you in accessing GI benefits, completing the admission process, and registering for courses. cwi.edu/veteran PARKING & TRANSPORTATION Parking is free at all campus locations. ValleyRide bus service— including shuttle service between our Nampa Campus buildings— is also free with a valid CWI student ID and bus sticker. cwi.edu/transportation TUTORING & WRITING CENTER Free tutoring services are available to all CWI students through drop-in visits or by appointment for math, writing, sciences, foreign language, career-technical programs, and more. cwi.edu/tutoring & cwi.edu/writingcenter HOUSING On-campus housing is not currently available, but each campus location is near rental-friendly residential areas.

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is accredited through the Northwest Commission on and (NWCCU). The NWCCU is a regional postsecondary accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). GET STARTEDON YOUR UPGRADE

VISIT A ONE STOP BOISE NAMPA STUDENT Boise Center Nampa Campus SERVICES (formerly Ada County Campus) Micron Education Center LOCATION: Lynx Building 5725 E. Franklin Road, Nampa Blackeagle Center 9300 W. Overland Road, Boise Canyon County Center 2407 Caldwell Blvd., Nampa (limited services)

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