Frequently asked questions.
Why are new students (freshmen and transfer) required to attend an orientation program before they can register for classes?
Nationally and at Washington State University, students
who attend an orientation program are retained at higher
rates than students who don’t attend. Requiring all
new students to attend an orientation program provides
Washington State University the opportunity to share with
students and their parents/guests the University’s
mission, goals, values, and academic expectations;
discuss academic policies, procedures and programs;
review costs, in terms of both dollars and personal
commitment, and expose them to valuable resources and
campus-support services aimed at student success,
retention and graduation.
Ultimately, orientation/registration programs such as
Alive! create an atmosphere that minimizes anxiety,
promotes student action and responsibility, and prepares
students to hit the ground running during their first
days, weeks, and months.
Do students need to confirm their admission and pay their advanced tuition deposit before attending the program?
Yes, In order to attend Transfer Registration Days
students
need to confirm their enrollment for fall semester
by paying their advanced tuition deposit of $200 to
Student Accounts. If that poses a financial
hardship, students should contact the Office of
Admissions directly, toll free at 1-888-468-6978 and ask
about deferring this payment until the beginning of the
semester.
Who should I contact if I have questions about my transfer work?
You may contact either the Evaluations Team in the Office of Admissions or the Transfer Center located in the Student Advising and Learning Center. The Transfer Center Web site also has valuable information and links for transfer students, including Cougar TRACS. Cougar TRACS will allow you to view the requirements for any degree program offered at WSU and explore how the course work you’ve taken at your previous institution(s) will apply to the requirements for a selected degree.
Do I have to attend an orientation/registration program?
Yes. All new entering students must attend a formal academic orientation/registration program in order to enroll for classes. There are several opportunities to attend a session beginning with Transfer Registration Days. Transfer students may also attend any one of the Alive! summer orientation programs.
When do fall semester classes begin?
Classes begin Monday, August 25, 2008.
When is tuition due?
Tuition is due on the first day of classes, Monday, August 25, and will be automatically billed to your student account.
When should I plan to move to Pullman for fall semester?
Halls open at 10 AM on Sunday, August 17, 2008. Come back in time for the Week of Welcome which starts Wednesday, August 20th, 2008.
When is housing placement information mailed?
Residence hall room placements are typically mailed to the student’s home address in June.
What resources are available to help me find housing on campus or in the Pullman area?
You can find information about on-campus living options by visiting the web pages for residence halls and campus apartments. There are many non-University affiliated houses and apartments available for rent throughout Pullman and the surrounding area. You can request Pullman housing information from the Pullman Chamber of Commerce by calling 800-365-6948. While living on campus affords the most convenience, you’ll be able to get to campus easily from locations throughout Pullman and Moscow, Idaho, by using Pullman Transit and Wheatland Express public transportation services—check their schedules when you arrive.
What if I cannot afford to attend?
The Office of New Student Programs has limited funding available for those who demonstrate financial need. If you have a financial aid award that covers more than tuition and fees, the matriculation fee for Alive! can be paid using your financial aid. Please use the downloadable (pdf) form and indicate that you would like to use financial aid to pay for your orientation matriculation fee. You will need to sign a consent form upon check in at Alive! Please contact our office at 509-335-4242 for more information.
What is Transfer Registration Days?
Transfer Registration Days is designed for transfer students who will attend WSU beginning Fall Semester 2008. The program will help new students prepare to make a successful academic and social transition to WSU by providing them information about their majors, helping them register for classes, and introducing them to campus, departments, resources, and services.
Getting Around Pullman
...you’ll be able to get to campus easily from locations throughout Pullman and Moscow, Idaho, by using Pullman Transit and Wheatland Express public transportation services.