Current Students
Fall 2018 Completers
If you have not applied for Fall Completion, the final deadline is Monday, September 10, 2018.
- Download a copy of the graduation application (PDF file, open with the free Adobe Reader). Pick up a copy in Student Services, print form from Moodle, or request one be sent to you.
- Meet with your advisor
- Return the application on or before September 10, 2018 to the Records Office in Hildebrand Hall, Room 106. Documentation used by your advisor needs to be attached to the application.
- A preliminary graduation audit will be conducted through Student Services. You will receive a letter indicating completion of hours and payment information for the business office. If you have not met all requirements, a letter will be sent to you and your advisor listing these deficiencies.
- Reminder: There will not be a Fall Graduation Ceremony. Fall Completers will have an opportunity to participate in the Spring, 2019 Graduation Ceremony.
FAFSA Fridays
WPCC Financial Aid Counselors provide assistance in completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Aid) when you attend any scheduled FAFSA Friday. NO appointment is necessary! WPCC’s priority deadline for submitting the FAFSA is June 1st each year. However, WPCC will continue to process FAFSA applications and award aid to students as financial aid files are completed throughout the academic year.
Here is the schedule for FAFSA Fridays (all are from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in Hildebrand Hall 127):
- September 14
- September 21
- September 28
- October 5
- October 12
- October 19
- October 26
- November 2
- November 9
- November 16
- December 7
What You Should Bring
Please contact the Financial Aid Office if you have questions. If you are planning on attending aFAFSA Friday event, please bring the following materials with you
- Student’s Tax Return & W2s
(2015 taxes/W2s for 17-18, 2018 Summer)
(2016 taxes/W2s for 18-19, 2018 Fall, 2019 Spring & Summer) - Parent’s Tax Return & W2s
(2015 taxes/W2s for 17-18, 2018 Summer)
(2016 taxes/W2s for 18-19, 2018 Fall, 2019 Spring & Summer) - Driver’s License Number
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Permanent Resident Number (If applicable)
- Mother’s Social Security Number / Mother’s Date of Birth
- Father’s Social Security Number / Father’s Date of Birth
- Parent(s) Marital Status / Parent(s) Marital Status Date
- Parent(s) Worker’s Compensation
- Parent(s) Child Support paid or received
- Parent(s) and Students current balances of Cash, Savings, and Checking accounts
- Students Worker’s Compensation
IF YOU ARE AN INDEPENDENT STUDENT:
- Student’s (and spouse, if applicable) Tax Return & W2s
(2015 taxes/W2s for 17-18, 2018 Summer)
(2016 taxes/W2s for 18-19, 2018 Fall, 2019 Spring/Summer) - Driver’s License Number
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Permanent Resident Number ( if applicable)
- Student’s Marital Status / Marital Status Date
- Worker’s Compensation and/or Child Support received or paid.
- Current balances of cash, savings, and checking account.
Help Desk in Moore Hall
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The Help Desk has moved from
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Cafeteria
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Smiling folks like Emily and Susan are ready to help you Find Your Way this fall at WPCC today! Last-Chance Registration is going on until 7:00 p.m. Classes begin next Monday (August 20). Visit wpcc.edu/fall for more information or call 828.448.6031 and speak with someone in our admissions department. We are also live on Facebook today answering questions through Messenger so drop us a line! Yes You Can this fall at WPCC!
It's time! Last-Chance Registration is August 13 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the Main Campus in Morganton. Let us help you Find Your Way to the future you want! Visit wpcc.edu/fall for more information or call 828.448.6031 Monday with your questions. Reach your goals? YES YOU CAN at Western Piedmont Community College!
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We're counting down to Last-Chance Registration at WPCC! Signup for fall classes Monday, August 13 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the Main Campus. We're located at 1001 Burkemont Avenue (just off Exit 103 on I-40). Classes begin August 20. For more information, visit wpcc.edu/fall or call 828.448.6031.
Enroll now! WPCC's SGD and DEAT programs will be offering 3D modeling and asset creation courses completely online! Tom Wright, Film and Game industry professional will be leading the courses. Learn from an industry pro! The courses are introductory courses including DEA 221 section 41 and SGD 114 section 41.
Act fast, open enrollment ends August 3rd and there is limited seating for each introductory course.
Contact Jonathan Crumpler, Program Coordinator of both programs for more information at jcrumpler@wpcc.edu or visit www.wpcc.edu/deat/ and /or www.wpcc.edu/simulation-game-development/
Enroll now! WPCC's Simulation and Game Development and Digital Effects and Animation Technology programs will be offering 3D modeling and asset creation courses completely online! Tom Wright, Film and Game industry professional will be leading the courses. Learn from an industry pro! The courses include DEA 221 section 41 and SGD 114 section 41. These sections will fill up fast and WPCC open enrollment ends August 3rd, so enroll now!
Contact Jonathan Crumpler, Program Coordinator of both programs for more information at jcrumpler@wpcc.edu or visit www.wpcc.edu/deat/ and/or www.wpcc.edu/simulation-game-development/
Are you interested in working at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center? If so, Americorps is offering a fantastic opportunity to gain new skills through a paid training program. Please see the attached photographs for more information.
AmeriCorps and J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center are partnering to offer a volunteer and employment opportunity to our students and community! To learn more details please see the attached photographs.
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