2005-2006 Western Oregon University Catalog
WELCOME TO WOU | TABLE OF CONTENTS | GENERAL INFORMATION | STUDENT LIFE | ACADEMICS | COURSE DESCRIPTIONS | FACULTY LIST
			Welcome to WOU Includes: catalog information, accreditation, a message from the president, our mission statement, institutional aspirations for learning, brief history of Western Oregon University, and more.
			General Information Includes: Admissions, International Admissions, Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE), student tuition and fees, Financial Aid, university scholarships, registration, graduation/commencement, Veteran's administration standards, etc.
			Student Life Includes: Campus Recreation program, honor societies, intercollegiate athletics, student leadership and activities, student media, WOU Bookstore, Multicultural Student Services, career services, student health center, student housing, etc.
			Academics Includes: Advising and Learning Center, Library and Media Services, Study Abroad, Computing Services, Writing Center, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Division of Extended Programs, description of majors and minors, Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, Graduate studies, etc.
			Course Descriptions Includes: alphabetical listing of all courses, from American Sign Language to Writing.
			Faculty and Administrators Includes: president's staff, deans, administrative directors, Teaching Research Institute faculty, emeritus faculty and administrators, Oregon University System board members and administrative staff.

	Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 97361 www.wou.edu | 503-838-8000 (VTTY) | Toll-free: 877-877-1593 Catalog information This catalog is for purposes of information only. Care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time copy is prepared for publication, but circumstances constantly change within an institution. New decisions may affect the accuracy of the details appearing here. The information in this catalog is subject to change without notice and does not constitute a contract between Western Oregon University and a student or applicant for admission. Students should refer to the official Schedule of Classes, which is available before and during registration. This publication contains academic regulations and procedures, class schedules, and other information, some of which may not have been available when the catalog was published. Students also are urged to consult with faculty advisors for information and guidance. This publication can be made available in alternative formats to assist persons with disabilities. Please give reasonable notice to: Office of the Provost, Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR 97361 Accreditation Western Oregon University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), Council on Rehabilitation Education  (CORE), and Oregon State Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC). Students may review accreditation documents in the Office of the Provost or the Library. Affirmative Action Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability in its programs and activities. This policy implements local, state and federal laws (including Title IX) and applies to employment, admission, education and facilities. Anyone who has questions regarding the nondiscrimination policies or believes that s/he has experienced harassment or discrimination should contact the Affirmative Action Office located in the Office of Human Resources, Administration Building, Room 205; telephone 503-838-8131; email PAWS@wou.edu. The University’s policies are available on the Human Resources website: www.wou.edu/admin/hr. Campus Security Act notice In accordance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, Western Oregon University issues an annual security report that is published and available online at www.wou.edu/securityreport. Hard copies of the report are available from the Office of Campus Safety and Security, 345 N. Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 97361, telephone 503-838-8481. The annual report contains information about campus security and topics such as crime prevention, university police law enforcement authority and crime reporting procedures. Consensual relationship statement Romantic or sexual relationship between a university employee and student raises serious ethical concerns and can create an unacceptable educational or working environment. The respect and trust accorded a university employee by a student, as well as the power exercised by a university employee in his/her academic or evaluative role, greatly diminish the student’s actual freedom of choice should sexual favors be requested. Therefore, university employees are warned against participating in even an apparently consenting relationship. Additional information is available at www.wou.edu/consensualrelationships. Hard copies of the policy and questions may be directed to Judy Vanderburg at 503-838-8131 or vanderj@wou.edu.

Drug free school policy
Western Oregon University has committed itself to the education and development of healthy, productive, and responsible individuals. Consistent with this commitment, WOU has established, and will enforce, institutional rules which uphold federal, state, and local laws applicable to alcohol and other drug usage. The university prohibits illegal use of drugs or alcohol by students, faculty, or staff. Additional information is available at www.wou.edu/drugfreeschool. To request a complete hard copy of the drug and alcohol policy, contact Debbie Diehm at 503-838-8221 or diehmd@wou.edu.

Statement on discrimination, including sexual harassment
Western Oregon University is committed to cultivating an educational and work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to learn and work in an atmosphere that promotes equal educational and employment opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. Western Oregon University expects relationships across campus will be free from bias, prejudice and harassment. This policy statement is intended to (a) reaffirm Western Oregon University’s prohibition against discrimination and harassment, (b) clarify types of prohibited conduct, and (c) provide an effective complaint procedure to individuals who believe they have observed or have been subject to prohibited conduct.

Discrimination
Discrimination, for the purposes of this policy, is defined as any act or practice, in form or operation, whether intended or unintended, that unreasonably differentiates among persons on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability or any other status protected under the law.

Harassment
Harassment, for the purposes of this policy, is defined as conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or degrading environment that would interfere with the work or academic performance of a reasonable person of the complainant’s protected status.

Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is a form of discriminatory harassment. Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature when directed toward an individual because of that individual’s sex when: A. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of the individual’s employment, grade, or used as the basis for any employment or academic decision; or B. Such conduct is unwelcome and has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work or academic environment. Additional information is available at www.wou.edu/sexualharassment. To request a complete hard copy of the discrimination and harassment policy and complaint procedure, to discuss a sexual harassment, harassment or discrimination concern, or to file a sexual harassment, harassment or discrimination complaint, contact Judy Vanderburg at 503-838-8131 or vanderj@wou.edu.

Preamble
Western Oregon University, a member of the Oregon University System, is the only mid-size, public, liberal arts university in the Willamette Valley, the state’s population center. It is Oregon’s oldest public university. WOU offers exemplary programs in the liberal arts and sciences, teacher education, criminal justice, business administration, computer science and fire services administration in a caring and nurturing learning environment. WOU works to ensure the success of Oregon through partnerships with community colleges; other OUS institutions; state, local, and national governments; and communities across the state.

Mission Statement
Western Oregon University is a comprehensive university that creates personalized learning opportunities, supports the advancement of knowledge for the public good and maximizes individual and professional development. Our environment is open to the exchange of ideas, where discovery, creativity and critical thinking flourish, and students succeed.

Message from President Minahan
Above all else, Western Oregon University is a teaching university. Our faculty is committed to advancing the intellectual life of our students. Our beautiful campus in the Willamette Valley provides a safe and nurturing environment for learning. Without question, students come first at WOU. From the national leadership of our College of Education to our outstanding programs in the arts to our emphasis on undergraduate research in the natural and social sciences, WOU’s curriculum offers you a challenging learning experience that extends well beyond the traditional classroom.

With a solid base in the liberal arts, our students in all majors emerge with the tools to learn and relearn in a world that increasingly expects adaptability. Intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, communication skills across all media, and global awareness and respect for differences among people are the tools for continued success we provide you. At WOU, learning is a collaboration. You are expected to bring the effort, enthusiasm and determination to get all you can from your studies. The university offers the technology, the resources, the opportunities, and the people who provide the means for you to take youeawld into youe future. You will be challenged and inspired, supported and encouraged in all you find here, from the classroom to campus life to lifelong friends to your own emerging self.

John P. Minahan
President, Western Oregon University

Welcome to WOU
Western Oregon University (WOU) is committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in the Monmouth-Independence area, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.
Our student body of about 4,500 undergraduates and 400 graduates enjoys a vibrant and close-knit intellectual community comparable to the environment in a small liberal arts college. As a public-serving institution dedicated to strengthening our region and Oregon,

WOU is home to the nationally renowned Teaching Research Institute, the Regional Resource Center on Deafness and the Rainbow Dance Theatre. In addition to teaching excellence, WOU’s faculty members are engaged in wide-ranging scholarship as well as community-based projects, including many faculty-student collaborations. Our picturesque, award-winning campus blends welcoming traditional features with 21st century convenience, including many multimedia classrooms, extensive wireless Web access and a state-of-the-art library.

Founded in 1856, WOU, the oldest institution in the Oregon University System, has continued to adapt and transform itself to respond to the needs of society and our changing world. From its origins as a normal school, WOU grew to become a nationally recognized leader in teacher preparation. In the1970s, WOU expanded its offerings with broad-based liberal education programs. Since then, the university has continued to emerge as a leading comprehensive public liberal arts institution, with approximately two-thirds of its students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the rest in the College of Education.

Institutional aspirations for learning
Students at WOU will be challenged to achieve their highest potential through a rigorous and stimulating curriculum. Our graduates will possess a common set of knowledge, skills, attributes, experience and values consisting of: critical thinking, communication, reading and literacy, field or discipline-specific knowledge, interdisciplinary and integrative perspective, research, technology, civil, social, intercultural and global competence, collaboration, balanced personal growth and development, and practicality and real-world relevance. For detailed information about these goals, please see www.wou.edu/provost.

History
In the early 1850s, hardy pioneers crossed the Oregon Trail to found a church and school in the Willamette Valley. In 1856, Monmouth University opened with a handful of students. This was the beginning of what is now Western Oregon University, which has grown from a private institution through an era as a prominent teacher preparation school to today’s diverse liberal arts university. WOU has undergone seven name changes and with each assumed new responsibilities. In 1865, it merged with another private institution and became Christian College.

In 1882, the Oregon Legislature approved the college’s bid to become a state-supported teacher training (or “normal”) school. Oregon State Normal School, later Oregon Normal School, ushered in the school’s long tradition of excellence in teacher education, which it enjoys to the present day. The university underwent a spurt of growth in the 1920s and more than tripled its enrollment to nearly 1,000 students. The legislature again changed the name in 1939 to Oregon College of Education and the school, except for a period during World War II when college enrollments dropped nationwide, entered an extended period of growth. Teacher education programs brought the school national recognition for excellence, and new programs were added in the fields of liberal arts and sciences.

By 1981, the institution had broadened its academic programs in the liberal arts fields so much that the legislature renamed it Western Oregon State College. In 1997, the institution was renamed Western Oregon University, recognizing the institution’s broader role as a comprehensive public liberal arts institution. At the beginning of the 21st century, WOU with an enrollment of about 5,000, continues to thrive as a dynamic institution that meets the needs of students in high quality programs in the liberal arts as well as teacher preparation.

Admissions
www.wou.edu/admissions

David McDonald, interim dean of admissions, enrollment management and retention
wolfgram@wou.edu
503-838-8211 (TTY), tToll free: 877-877-1593, ext. 1

To attend classes at WOU, students must first apply for and receive formal admission. Western Oregon University’s admission process reflects the institution’s strong commitment to providing an excellent student-centered education. The admission requirements reflect the level of academic preparation needed to successfully begin your college studies at WOU. Each applicant for admission will be treated as an individual scholar and leader. Your application will be reviewed in a timely and professional manner. If there are special circumstances or questions regarding admission, contact the dean of admissions, enrollment management and retention.

Freshman admission requirements
To be eligible for admission and be admitted to freshman standing, students need to fulfill each of the following requirements:
1. Graduated from an Oregon public high school or an accredited private or out-of-state high school
2. Have at least a 2.75 cumulative grade point average
Alternative:
Receive a minimum combined score of 1000 on the Math and Critical Reading sections of the SAT Reasoning Exam or a composite score of 21 on the ACT. Applicants must submit scores from the SAT Reasoning or ACT which include a standardized writing examination.
3. Submit SAT Reasoning or ACT scores which include a standardized writing examination.
4 Satisfactorily complete, with a grade of C- or better, 14 subject requirements (4 in English, 3 in math culminating in algebra II or higher, 2 in science, 3 in social science and 2 in foreign language: two years of the same foreign language required)
Alternatives:
a. Receive a combined score of 940 (average of 470) on two subject tests. (Math Level I or IIC; and a second test of student’s choice. Students who do not take an SAT Subject test in a second language must prove language proficiency through another approved process.)
b. Make up high school course deficiencies by taking college course(s) for specific subject requirements and achieve a passing grade. A three-hour college course is equivalent to one year in high school. Course work must be completed prior to the end of the academic year.
c. Students who do not meet the foreign language requirement should refer to the foreign language requirement section.
5. All students from the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Republic of Palau, must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 190 (paper score of 520). WOU will also accept Michigan Test scores. A minimum score of 75 is required for undergraduate admission and 80 for graduate admissions.

Note: If you do not meet these traditional admission requirements or alternatives, please see the special admissions section or contact the Admissions Office for a review of your eligibility.

Foreign language requirement
Students graduating from high school in 1997 or later are required to have completed two years of the same foreign language at the high school level. A student may also meet this requirement by taking two quarters or semesters of the same foreign language at the community college or university level. American Sign Language is acceptable in meeting the foreign language requirement. The language requirement may also be met by satisfactory performance on an approved assessment of foreign language knowledge and/or proficiency. For details on how to satisfy the requirement via knowledge assessment or proficiency, please contact the Admissions Office. Those who graduated prior to 1997 are exempt from the foreign language requirement.

Graduates of unaccredited high schools or home-schooled students
Students graduating from an unaccredited high school or who were home schooled must fulfill each of the following requirements:
1. Receive a minimum combined score of 1000 on the Math and Critical Reading sections of the SAT Reasoning Exam or a composite score of 21 on the ACT. Applicants must submit scores from the SAT Reasoning or ACT which include a standardized writing examination.
2. Receive a combined score of 940 (average of 470) on two SAT subject tests. (Math Level I or IIC, and a second test of student’s choice. Students who do not take an SAT Subject test in a second language must prove language proficiency through another approved process.)
3. Meet the foreign language requirement (see foreign language requirement section).

General Education Development (GED)
Students who did not graduate from high school but received a GED must fulfill each of the following requirements:
1. Receive a minimum score of 410 on each of the five GED tests
2. Receive an average score of 550 for the five tests
3. Meet the foreign language requirement, if graduating class would have been 1997 or later (see foreign language requirement section)

When to apply
High school students can apply for admission after completing their junior year. Students must complete the Undergraduate Application for Admission form available from Western Oregon University Office of Admissions or apply online at www.wou.edu/student/admissions/apply. Grade point average and subject requirements will be verified on receipt of an official high school transcript. A decision regarding admission will be determined once this information and standardized test results are received by the Office of Admissions.

Application procedures for incoming freshmen
Freshmen are encouraged to apply early to receive priority consideration for scholarships, awards and financial aid. The application procedure for entering freshmen (students with no preparation beyond high school or with 11 or fewer credit hours of post-secondary work completed after receipt of a high school diploma) consists of the following steps:
1. Complete and return an application form and the required $50 nonrefundable application fee. Students can complete and submit both of these online at www.wou.edu/student/admissions/apply.
2. Have an official high school transcript sent to the Office of Admissions documenting all course work completed to date.
3. Students entering as freshmen are required to provide SAT Reasoning Exam or ACT scores, including standardized writing examination scores, to the Office of Admissions. SAT Reasoning Exam and ACT scores are used for advisement and placement, but the scores also may be used to determine admission if the required high school grade point average has not been achieved.
4. Upon graduation, submit a final official transcript documenting all high school course work and date of graduation.

WOU is committed to serving all students. Applications for admissions will be reviewed throughout the year.

Special admissions
A limited number of students who do not meet admission requirements, but can demonstrate a level of college preparation that will enable successful transition to college, may be admitted through action of the Special Admissions Committee. To be considered by the committee, you must submit the following:
1. A personal letter stating why you do not meet the admission requirements and what you are doing to make up deficiencies. The petition should include information on your career and academic goals and why you want to attend WOU.
2. Three letters of recommendation from school personnel who can objectively evaluate your preparation.

Review of these materials by the committee does not guarantee admission. With conditional admission, additional courses and academic support activities may be recommended or required.

Advanced placement
Students who receive qualifying scores in College Board Advanced Placement exams may, upon admission to WOU, be granted credit and/or advanced placement in courses counting toward a bachelor’s degree. The amount of credit allowed will be determined by the program entered and the score received in the exam.
Examinations are arranged through high school counseling offices. Copies of the test scores should be sent to the Office of the Registrar at WOU. Upon WOU’s receipt of the scores and enrollment of the student, the appropriate units will be credited toward the total hours required for graduation.

Advanced placement credit will be withdrawn if work later is duplicated in a college-level course. No letter grades (A, B, C, D) will be assigned to advanced placement scores. WOU will allow credit and placement of exam scores of 3, 4 and 5. The amount of credit will vary from subject to subject.

WOU’s advanced placement practice for 2005-06:
American history: 12 hours credit for HST 201, 202, 203 with a score of 3, 4, or 5.
Studio art drawing: 3 hours credit for A130 with a score of 4 or 5.
Biology: 10 hours credit for BI 101 and 102 with a score of 3, 4 or 5.
Chemistry: 12 hours credit for CH 104, 105, 106 with a score of 3, 4 or 5; or 8 hours credit for CH 221, 222 with a score of 3, 4 or 5.
Computer science: 14 hours credit for CS 161, 162, 260 with a score of 5; 12 hours credit for CS 162, 199, 260 with a score of 4; 10 hours credit for CS 162, 260 with a score of 3.
Language and composition: 16 hours credit for WR 115 and WR 135 and 8 cr. 100T with a score of 5; 12 hours credit for WR 115 and WR 135 and 4 cr. 100T with a score of 4. 8 hours credit for WR 115 and WR 135 with a score of 3.
Literature and composition: 16 hours credit for ENG 104, 105, 106 and WR 135 with a score of 5.;12 hours credit for ENG 104, 105 and WR 135 with a score of 4. 8 hours credit for ENG 104 and WR 115 with a score of 3.
Modern language-language: 12 hours credit for 203, 301,302 with a score of 5; 8 hours credit for 203, 301 with a score of 4; 8 hours of credit for 201, 202 with a score of 3.
Modern language-literature: 8 hours credit for 203, 301, and 4 credits 300T with a score of 5; 8 hours credit for 203, 301 with a score of 4; 8 hours credit for 201, 202 with a score of 3.
European history: 12 hours credit for HST 101, 102, 103 with a score of 3, 4 or 5.
Government and politics: United States. 3 hours credit for PS 201 with a score of 3.
Mathematics: up to 12 hours credit, depending on the student’s major field of study. Courses and placement are determined by the department faculty.
Psychology: 8 hours credit for PSY 201, 202 with a score of 4 or 5.
Statistics: 4 hours credit for MTH 243 with a score of 3, 4 or 5.

International baccalaureate
International baccalaureate students with higher level examination scores of five or better will receive college credit. Students earning an International baccalaureate diploma will be automatically considered for a WOU scholarship. Contact the Office of Admissions for further details.

Transfer admission requirements
1. Students with 24 or more transferable, college-level quarter hour credits (16 semester hours) must have a cumulative 2.00 GPA or better in all college-level work attempted and be in good standing at last institution attended.
2. Students with less than 24 quarter hours (16 semester hours) of college work must submit high school transcripts and test scores. Students with 0-11 transferable quarter hour credits must meet all freshman admission requirements. Students with 12-23 transferable quarter hour credits must meet all freshman admission requirements and have a 2.00 GPA in all college-level course work.
3. Foreign language requirement.
All transfer students who graduated from high school in 1997 or later are required to have completed either two years of the same foreign language while in high school or two quarters or semesters of the same college-level foreign language. American Sign Language is acceptable in meeting the foreign language requirement. The language requirement may also be met by satisfactory performance on an approved assessment of foreign language knowledge and/or proficiency. For details on how to satisfy the requirement via knowledge assessment or proficiency, please contact the Admissions office. Those graduating prior to 1997 are exempt from this requirement.

A transfer student who does not meet the regular admission requirements may be considered for admission on probation by the Special Admissions Committee. Refer to section on special admissions or contact the Office of Admissions.

Transfer student application procedures
1. Complete and return an application form and the required $50 non-refundable fee. Students can complete and submit both of these online at www.wou.edu/student/admissions/apply.
2. Have an official, complete transcript sent from each college or university attended. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the issuing institution. Unofficial or student copies are not acceptable. Omitting an institutional record from your application may result in disciplinary action.

WOU is committed to serving all students. Applications for admissions will be reviewed throughout the year.

Acceptance of credit from accredited institutions
Acceptable records from accredited post-secondary institutions are evaluated by the admissions office to determine the student’s eligibility for admission to WOU. The amount of credit granted depends on the nature and quality of the applicant’s previous work. A student’s grade point average will be computed on the transfer credits attempted and will be used as the basis for admission. WOU does not recognize other institutions’ academic forgiveness policies.

Credit from unaccredited institutions
No advanced standing is granted at entrance for work at unaccredited institutions. After completing a successful year at WOU, work earned at unaccredited institutions may be reviewed to determine what work, if any, will be allowed for credit by petition through the registrar’s office. Students with course work from unaccredited institutions must meet freshman admission requirements if they do not have at least 24 college-level credits from any accredited institutions.

Credit from two-year institutions
WOU accepts all college-level transfer work completed up to 124 hours. A maximum of 24 quarter hours of vocational-technical course work applicable in an associate degree or a certificate program at an accredited institution may be accepted as elective credit toward part of the 124 hours.

Oregon transfer agreements
Transfer students entering WOU who have earned either an Associate of Arts degree from an Oregon community college under the May 1988 transfer agreement or an Associate of Science in Business degree from an Oregon community college under the April 2003 transfer agreement will be considered as having met WOU’s Liberal Arts Core Curriculum (LACC). For purposes of registration only, students holding the Oregon Transfer Degree will be considered to have junior standing. Students who have earned the Oregon Transfer Module (OTM) will meet the WOU first-year general Dducation graduation requirements. For purposes of registration only, students holding the Oregon Transfer Module will be considered to have at least sophomore standing. A notation verifying that the associate’s degree meets the Oregon Transfer degree requirements or Oregon Transfer Module requirements must be included on the student’s official transcript.

Non-admitted students
A non-admitted student (non-degree seeking student) must meet one of the following circumstances:
1. High school students participating in an official WOU high school partnership program
2. Students enrolled in courses through the Division of Extended Programs
3. Students approved to take undergraduate or graduate courses for use at another institution or life-long learning
4. Members of the WOU staff
A non-admitted student is required to abide by all the rules and regulations of the university as listed in the catalog and schedule of classes.

International Students and Scholars Affairs
Neng Yang, director
global@wou.edu
503-838-8425
www.wou.edu/student/admissions/international.html

Western Oregon University offers full admission and conditional admission to eligible international students. International students must complete all of the following in order to be considered for admission to Western Oregon University.
1. Complete and return the application form along with the application fee of U.S. $50. The application is available online at www.wou.edu/student/admissions/international.html. You may submit this electronic application and then mail original documents to the International Students and Scholars Affairs office to complete your application file. You are advised to send the non-refundable fee in the form of an international money order or check in U.S. dollars. Prospective applicants may request an application form at www.wou.edu/student/admissions/international.html
e-mail: global@wou.edu
2. Submit official transcripts or exit exam results of previous school work including secondary and middle schools, other colleges and universities, and professional schools. Original documents are preferred, but certified copies are acceptable. Certified copies of exact English translations of these records are required.
3. Provide proof of proficiency in the English language unless your native language is English. Prospective students must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 190 (paper-based score of 520) for undergraduate admission. Graduate admission requires a TOEFL score of 213 (paper-based score of 550). See conditional admission below.
4. Provide proof of adequate financial resources by submitting a completed Financial Certificate and Visa Information form and sending all supporting documents showing proof of funds for the first 12 months of study. This is usually a bank statement showing an adequate available balance to support studies in the United States and a letter of support or affidavit signed by the bank account holder stating that the funds in the account may be used for the student’s education.

Conditional admission for international students
Students with TOEFL scores between 150-189 (paper-based scores of 470-519) who are otherwise admissible to WOU are eligible for the Conditional Admission Program. Students must successfully complete the ESL Bridge Conditional Admission Program in their first quarter at WOU. Students must register for 10 ESL credits and one regular course of 3-4 credits. The attainment of a 3.0 GPA (on a scale of 4.0) in all Bridge courses, or a TOEFL score of 172 (paper-based score of 520) will lift the conditional status.

Health requirements for international students
International students are required to submit the WOU Health History form during their first term. Students must go to the Health Center upon arrival to review their health history and be screened for tuberculosis. Students may have to pay for a chest x-ray. Upon completion of the health review, a student will be issued a health card.
WOU requires international students and their dependants to have and maintain personal health and accident insurance every term they are in student visa status. Students will be automatically billed for the WOU insurance plan each term. Students who have already purchased alternate insurance plans that meet the minimum requirements may apply for a waiver from WOU’s group insurance plan. Waiver forms are available at the International Students and Scholars Affairs office.

Western Undergraduate Exchange scholars program
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholars Program offers qualified students from participating Western states the opportunity to enroll at WOU at a special reduced tuition level - 150 percent of resident tuition. Students from Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Washington and Wyoming are eligible to apply for the discounted tuition.
All undergraduate academic programs at WOU are available under the WUE Scholars Program.
If you are a resident of one of the participating states and would like to apply for the WUE scholars program, you must complete the following requirements:
1. Submit an application for admission and be admitted to the university under standard admission procedures. Students admitted under the special admission category are not eligible to receive the WUE scholars rate.
2. Submit a WUE scholars application by March 1, 2006 to the dean of admissions, enrollment management and retention office. WUE scholars applications can be obtained by contacting the Office of Admissions toll-free at 1-877-877-1593, directly at 503-838-8211 or online at: www.wou.edu/student/WUE.pdf.
3. Meet specific academic requirements for the WUE scholars program:
a. A minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA for high school students
b. A minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA for college transfer students

The WUE Scholars Program is renewable up to 12 terms for high school student recipients, and up to 6 terms for transfer student recipients. All students must maintain good academic standing as defined by the university.

Fire Services Administration program
The Fire Services Administration program consists of junior and senior level classes built upon the associate degree in fire science or fire protection. Acceptance into the program is limited to persons who are Oregon Fire Fighter II or equivalent, and who have completed the required 24 hours of lower-division fire science coursework prior to transferring into the program. Students are not eligible for the WUE scholars program until official admittance into the Fire Services Administration program is confirmed.

Student Expenses
Tuition and fees entitle the student to: regular instruction; use of the library; laboratory equipment, materials and gymnasium; medical attention and advice at the Student Health Center; and other services maintained by the university for the benefit of students. No reduction of fees is made to students who choose not to use these services.
A regularly enrolled, full-time undergraduate student takes a minimum 12 credit-hour course load. A regularly enrolled, full-time graduate student takes a minimum of 9 credit hours. The full time plateau for undergraduates is 12 to 15 hours and for graduates, 9 to 12 hours. All hours over 15 for undergraduates and 12 for graduates are assessed an additional per credit hour charge. Students taking course loads of less than the minimum are charged on a per credit hour basis.
The table at right lists tuition and fees for the 2005-2006 academic year. The tuition and fee schedule is established by the Oregon State Board of Higher Education.*

*Tuition and fees, including room and board, are subject to change based on actions by the State Board of Higher Education, the Oregon State Legislature and WOU residence halls.

Refunds
Students who withdraw from the university and have complied with the regulations governing withdrawals are entitled to certain refunds or reduction in fees, depending on the date of withdrawal. The refund schedule has been established by the Oregon University System and the Federal Department of Education and is on file in the Business Office. All refunds are subject to the following regulations:
• Any claim for refund must be made in writing before the close of the term in which the claim originated.
• Refunds, in all cases, are calculated from the date official written notification of withdrawal or cancellation is received by the registrar’s office, not the date of last class attendance. Exceptions may be made when formal withdrawal has been delayed through causes beyond the student’s control.

Financial Aid
www.wou.edu/student/finaid

Donna Fossum, director
finaid@wou.edu
503-838-8475, toll free: 877-877-1593

WOU provides a strong financial aid and scholarship program that annually administers more than $30 million to eligible students. Financial aid is based on the philosophy that the responsibility for financing a student’s education rests primarily with the student and student’s family. Students and families unable to pay the full cost of attending WOU may apply for grants, loans and/or part-time employment to supplement their resources.

Applying for aid
To be considered for federal and state financial aid at WOU, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applications can be obtained from high school counseling and college financial aid offices or can be accessed on the Internet (FAFSA on the Web at www.fafsa.ed.gov). Continuing students may file a renewal FAFSA on the Web. In order to be considered for the maximum number of aid programs, the FAFSA should be received at the Federal Processing Center by WOU’s March 1 priority date. Students may apply for aid using estimated financial information and make corrections when taxes are actually filed. Each year’s FAFSA is valid at WOU for fall through summer terms.

Students may apply for aid after the March 1 priority date, but Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program and the WOU Supplemental Tuition Fee Remission may no longer be available at WOU. Students must complete and file a new FAFSA each year for aid eligibility determination.

Eligibility for federal financial aid
To qualify for federal financial aid a student must:
1. Be an U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
2. Have a valid Social Security Number
3. Have a high school diploma, an Associate of Arts degree, or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate. GED tests are available at local community colleges. A student who does not have a high school diploma, GED or AA degree may be eligible for federal student aid by achieving a passing score on a federally approved test. Contact the financial aid office for more information.
4. Be registered with the Selective Service, if required
5. Be formally admitted to WOU and be admitted and enrolled in a degree or certificate program, or be taking required preparatory course work for admittance into a degree or certificate program. Students working toward a teaching endorsement only are not eligible for federal aid.
6. Meet federal financial aid guidelines concerning convictions regarding the sale or possession of illegal drugs
7. Be making satisfactory academic progress.
8. Not be in default on a federal student loan or owe a refund on a federal student grant
9. Demonstrate financial need (except for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans and Federal Direct PLUS Loans)
10. Have a valid, federally calculated expected family contribution (EFC) on file with WOU’s financial aid office. The EFC is determined by a formula established by the U.S. Congress.
11. Submit all required paperwork (signed award letter, etc.) before the end of the enrollment period.

Determining “need or eligibility” for financial aid
Student’s financial aid eligibility is based on a number of factors. The following formula is used:

1. Cost of attendance
First, the cost of attendance (or budget) at WOU is established. Budgets are based on tuition and fees, expenses for meals and housing, books and supplies, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Additional costs can be considered by petition only. These additional costs could consist of commuting expenses, childcare, computer costs, extra costs related to a student’s disability or study abroad costs for WOU approved study abroad programs.
2. Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
Congress developed an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) formula to determine the financial strength of a student’s family and the student’s need for federal aid. The EFC is based on the prior year’s income and assets as listed on the FAFSA. The EFC is reported on the Student Aid Report (SAR) which is a summary of the FAFSA information and is sent to the student in a hard copy or electronic format. Schools receive an electronic version of the same information. Changes in the family’s financial circumstances can be reported to the financial aid office.
3. Packaging
It is the policy of the financial aid office to provide students with a financial aid package to meet the calculated need or eligibility whenever possible. Providing students with financial aid to the full extent of the eligibility is contingent upon federal, state, and institutional funding and individual aid program limits.

Before the financial aid eligibility is determined, the student’s financial aid file must be complete. If selected for verification, copies of signed federal tax forms, W2s and a verification worksheet will be required. Other documentation may be requested upon review of the file.
Priority for campus-based aid is given to students whose FAFSAs are received by the federal processor by March 1, whose files are complete, who have applied for admission to WOU and who demonstrate a high need based on the EFC. The amount of need-based aid the student is eligible to receive is determined by packaging policies developed by the director of financial aid.

Financial aid programs
The Title IV programs were authorized by the Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended. These programs include the following:
1. Campus scholarships
a. WOU scholarships: WOU offers many institutional scholarships to qualified applicants. Most scholarships for new WOU students are awarded based on information from the admissions application (see exceptions below). To be most competitive for scholarships, new students should apply for admission as early as possible, and before February 15th for priority consideration. Continuing WOU students must complete a WOU General Scholarship Application to be considered for new scholarship awards.
b. WOU General Scholarships and Awards: This application is available from the Financial Aid Office or on the WOU Web site. Most scholarships are awarded for one year; some scholarships are renewable. It is the student’s responsibility to know the deadlines, apply annually and make sure that the scholarship application is complete.
c. Diversity achievement awards: This award application is available from the Financial Aid Office or the WOU Web site and is due March 1.
d. Departmental scholarships: These scholarships have varying deadlines and requirements. Visit the WOU Financial Aid Web site at www.wou.edu/student/finaid for a list of participating departments
e. Oregon Opportunity Grant: Administered by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC), this scholarship application is available from the WOU Financial Aid Office or on the OSAC Web page (www.osac.state.or.us). The Oregon Opportunity Grant is renewable for up to four years for new college students and two years for students with an associate of arts degree. The deadline for this application is March 1.
f. Other scholarship and award opportunities will be listed on the Xeb at www.wou.edu/student/finaid.
2. Grants (funds that do not require repayment) are available to eligible undergraduates who have financial need.
a. Federal Pell Grant: Grants range from $400 to $4,050 per year, are based on EFC and college costs, and are limited to eligible undergraduates. A student may not receive a Pell Grant at more than one school at a time.
b. Oregon Opportunity Grant (not a Title IV fund): This grant is available to Oregon, undergraduate, resident students attending Oregon colleges full-time. Awards are $1587 for the 2005-2006 academic year and are renewable for up to 12 terms contingent upon continued eligibility.
c. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): Funds are awarded to undergraduate students with the greatest financial need and who meet WOU’s priority deadline. Students must be Pell eligible to qualify for this grant. At WOU grants are packaged from $200 to $700 per year based on EFC and academic year in school.
d. WOU Supplemental Tuition Fee Remission (not a Title IV fund): A limited number of these tuition fee remissions is available for Oregon residents demonstrating the greatest financial need. Students whose entire tuition is paid by other tuition fee remission programs are not eligible to receive this fee remission. This award at WOU ranges from $300 to $1,100 per year.
3. Federal Work-Study (FWS) program:
FWS is available to eligible undergraduate and graduate students. The FWS Program provides funds for employing students who qualify for part-time jobs either on-campus or off-campus in community service positions. At WOU the initial award may be up to $1,200. The amount that can be earned is limited to the amount that appears on the award letter. An hourly wage is based on the type of work that is done and the student’s skills and experience. A maximum of 20 hours a week can be worked except during vacation periods when up to 40 hours per week is allowed. Students will be paid monthly based on the number of hours worked in the pay period. It is the student’s responsibility to locate a job. Students are not guaranteed jobs or that the total work-study amount listed on the award letter will be earned. The Service Learning and Career Development office (WUC 119) posts available work-study jobs and can provide further information.
Community service work-study positions: Federal Work-Study can be used in such community service areas as health care, child care, literacy training, education, welfare, public safety, crime prevention and control, rural development, and community improvement. If the student knows of a community or social agency in which the student wishes to participate in the off-campus Federal Work-Study program, contact the Service Learning and Career Development office at 503-838-8432.
4. Loans (available to undergraduates and graduates)
a. Federal Perkins Loan: The Federal Perkins Loan program provides long-term federal loans for eligible students. At WOU the initial loan amount may be up to $1,500. Repayment of a Perkins loan begins nine months after the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time at an eligible institution. The monthly minimum payment is $40. The maximum repayment period is 10 years, but the actual amount of the payments and the length of the repayment period depends upon the size of the debt. No interest is charged until the repayment period begins. The interest rate is 5 percent a year on the unpaid balance. Repayment of a Federal Perkins Loan that is not delinquent or in default can be deferred if the student is enrolled at least half time in an eligible institution. Other Federal Perkins Loan deferment provisions are listed in the 2005-2006 Student Guide, available at the Financial Aid Office. Repayment of a Federal Perkins Loan may be canceled if a student has a permanent and total disability or dies. Certain circumstances, such as full-time employment in specific fields designated as teacher shortage areas, full-time teaching in a designated school serving students from low-income families or service as a full-time law enforcement or corrections officer may qualify for the cancellation of a Federal Perkins Loan. Additional information about cancellation provisions for the Federal Perkins Loan is available from WOU’s Business Office. Students awarded a Federal Perkins Loan on their financial aid award letter will be required to sign a promissory note prior to receiving their loan.
b. Federal Direct Loan program: To be eligible for a direct loan a student must attend at least half time. The funds for this program come directly from the federal government as opposed to an outside lender. Students awarded a direct loan are required to sign and return a master promissory note to the WOU Financial Aid Office. Direct Loans are repaid to the U.S. Department of Education. The interest rate on the Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans is a variable rate that is reset annually and capped at 8.25 percent. A 3 percent origination fee will be assessed on each disbursement. The origination fee is deducted from the loan proceeds but will not reduce the principal amount that is required to be repaid. A 1.5 percent rebate of the origination fee will be given to the student at disbursement and the student can keep the rebate if the student makes the first-year payments on time. The amount students may borrow is dependent upon student’s class standing. The federal maximum loan for dependent students (including subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford Loans) per academic year is:
• $2,625 for freshman or for students working on required prerequisites
• $3,500 for sophomores
• $5,500 for juniors, seniors and 5th year undergraduate certification/post-baccalaureate students
• $8,500 for graduate students enrolled in master’s degree programs
Payments are deferred until six months after students cease to be enrolled at least half time. The maximum Federal Direct Loan debt for a dependent undergraduate is $23,000. The maximum loan debt for an independent undergraduate is $46,000. The maximum for graduate study including undergraduate debt is $138,000.
1) Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan. Interest is not charged on subsidized loans while the student is in school at least half time, during the grace period and during deferments (postponements of repayment). A student must show “need” to qualify for the subsidized loan.
2) Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. Available to students who do not qualify for need-based Federal Direct Subsidized Loans or who are not eligible for the full Federal Direct Subsidized Loan amount. The amount of the loan cannot be more than the difference between the cost of attendance and any financial assistance received from the school and any outside source (including the subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan). Interest accrues on the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan while the student is in school and during the six-month grace period before repayment begins.
3) Additional Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. Additional direct unsubsidized loans may be available for independent students, and for dependent students whose parents are unable to borrow under the Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (Federal PLUS). The federal maximums for additional unsubsidized Stafford Loans per academic year are:
• $4,000 for freshman/sophomores/students working on required prerequisites
• $5,000 for juniors/seniors/5th year undergraduate/certification/post-baccalaureate students
• $10,000 for graduate students enrolled in master’s programs
Not all applicants qualify for the maximums. The total Federal Direct Loan (subsidized, unsubsidized and additional unsubsidized) plus other financial assistance cannot exceed the cost of attendance.
4) Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
Available to parents of dependent undergraduate students. Parents must pass a credit check. The interest rate is variable and will not exceed 9 percent. Repayment begins within 60 days after the final disbursement of that loan’s academic period. The borrower is charged a four percent origination fee. A 1.5 percent rebate of the origination fee will be given to the parent at disbursement and the parent can keep the rebate if the parent makes the first year payments on time. The loan maximum cannot exceed the total cost of attendance (budget) minus any other financial aid received (including any subsidized, unsubsidized and additional unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans the student is receiving). It is recommended that the student and the student’s parent(s) complete the FAFSA so that the student will be considered for other financial aid in addition to the PLUS loan. PLUS loans will be included in the financial aid award for eligible dependent students.

Master Promissory Note (MPN)
A student borrower must sign an MPN before receiving his/her first Direct Stafford Loan. The parent borrower must complete a WOU PLUS application for each year that he/she wishes to borrow a Direct PLUS Loan. The parent borrower must also complete a Direct PLUS MPN. Direct Stafford or Direct Parent PLUS MPNs may be signed electronically or on paper. The Financial Aid Office sends loan promissory note information to borrowers.

Loan counseling
Remember, loans must be repaid.
Loan counseling sessions are required by WOU’s Financial Aid office. Students receiving the Federal Direct Stafford Loan for the first time at WOU must attend an entrance loan counseling session available through the financial aid office during New Student Week, by appointment or on the Web. Go to the Ffnancial aid home page at www.wou.edu and click on the loan counseling link. Refer to the 2005-2006 Student Guide for all deferment and/or cancellation options available. This U.S. Department of Education publication is available at the financial aid office. When a student leaves WOU or drops below half time, he/she must attend an exit loan counseling session. Loan exit counseling sessions are provided at the end of each term, by appointment or online at the Financial Aid Office home page.

Award notification (financial aid award letter)
After the financial aid counselor reviews the student’s file and the aid package has been determined, the student will receive an award letter from WOU’s Financial Aid Office. If the student applied for financial aid by the priority deadline, completed the requirements for the financial aid file and applied for admission, the student will be sent an award letter in late spring or early summer. The award will state the type and amount of financial aid that the student is eligible to receive. The student needs to read the conditions of the award on the back of the award letter and the enclosure, Facts on Financial Aid, and return one signed award letter to the financial aid office. There is a two-week period in which to sign and accept or decline the aid offer. Failure to return a signed award letter within the given time may result in cancellation of the aid without further notice.

Revisions
If the student wants the financial aid package revised, the student may note that on the back of the award letter or send a letter to the Financial Aid office. A financial aid counselor will review the request and a response will be given as quickly as possible. Students may request revisions at any time during the academic year. Aid offers may be adjusted during the year by the Financial Aid Office due to non-university factors such as changes in federal regulations or insufficient federal or state funding.
If the student chooses to decline the loans, the student may do so in writing at any time up to the time of disbursement or loans may be repaid at any time. If the student has signed an original award offer, the revised offers will not need to be signed. It will be assumed that the student wishes to accept the revised offer, unless he/she notifies the Financial Aid Office otherwise.

Payment of fees and receipt of financial aid
If awarded for the academic year, the financial aid award is divided into three equal portions and released to the student at the beginning of each term during fee payment in the Instructional Technology Center (ITC) Addition. Financial aid that is not available during fee payment will be disbursed in the Business Office later during that term. The aid must first pay for tuition and fees and other institutional charges for the current term. If there is remaining aid, a check will be prepared for the student. The remainder of the money must be budgeted so that it will last through the term until the next fee payment period. Financial aid is not applied to the student’s account until the student goes through the fee payment process in person or on-line. Arrangements may be made with WOU’s Business Office for an alternative disbursement method.
As of the printing date of this publication, federal regulations require a 30-day disbursement delay for first-year, first-time borrowers’ initial Federal Direct Stafford Loan disbursements. First-year, first-time Federal Direct Stafford Loan borrowers’ initial loan disbursements will be disbursed 30 days after the start of classes. Future disbursements are not subject to the 30-day delay.
In addition, as of the printing date of this publication, federal regulations state that single-term Federal Direct Stafford Loans must be disbursed in two payments. This regulation applies to all Federal Direct Stafford Loan borrowers.
The funds from Federal Direct Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) will be applied to the student’s account upon coming to the cashier’s window. If the amount of the PLUS exceeds the amount due, the Business Office will prepare a refund to the student or the student’s parent based on an authorized release signed by the parent.
If awarded Federal Work-Study (FWS), it is the student’s responsibility to obtain a work-study job in order to earn the amount awarded. For assistance with the availability of job openings contact the Service Learning and Career Development Office located on the first floor of the Werner University Center (WUC 119). Paychecks are disbursed at the end of the month from the Payroll Office and are based on the number of hours worked during the pay period.

Academic progress requirements
As a financial aid recipient, a student is expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress and complete degree requirements or educational objectives in a timely manner according to institutional and office policies. Students must meet Western Oregon University’s academic requirements outlined in the WOU catalog and comply with WOU’s financial aid academic requirements as outlined below. The Financial Aid Office monitors financial aid recipients’ academic progress at the end of every term and on an annual basis. The annual review is performed each June after the end of spring term. Summer session is monitored separately.
Letter grades of F, W, NC, I, X and AU do not apply toward the satisfactory completion of the credit hour minimums. Students may not use credits by exam (credits earned by challenging an individual course) or College Level Equivalency Test (CLEP) credits to meet the minimum credit requirements. A class taken to improve a grade may be included in minimum credit requirements if maximum credit hour limits are not exceeded.
Lack of satisfactory academic progress could consist of the following:

Insufficient credit hours earned
1. Minimum credit hour requirements. All financial aid recipients are required to register for and satisfactorily complete the following number of credit hours for each term of attendance. Summer session credit hour requirements are the same as for all other terms.
• If you pass fewer than 6 credit hours during the term, your aid will be placed on hold and you will be required to petition for the reinstatement of future financial aid.
• If, at the end of the academic year, you are cumulatively deficient credit hours, your future financial aid will be placed on “HOLD” and you will be required to petition for reinstatement of future financial aid.
• If you are a full-time student attending fall, winter and spring terms, a grace of 3 credits deficiency is allowed at the end of the academic year if you have met all other satisfactory progress requirements while you have been a student at WOU.
2. X grades. A repayment of financial aid may be required if you receive X grades.
• If you do not attend any classes or receive all X grades, you will be required to repay all aid disbursed during that term unless you can provide documentation of class attendance. Your documentation must be submitted within a given time limit.
• If you receive some X grade(s) in addition to your other grades, you may be required to prove class attendance if the X grade(s) cause(s) a deficiency in credit hours. If you cannot prove attendance in your X class(es), you may be required to repay a portion of your financial aid. Documentation of attendance in your class(es) must be submitted within a given time limit.
3. Zero credits. The financial aid office will assume that students who complete zero credits (excluding students who receive all “I” or “X” grades) did not complete the entire term and these students will be considered as “unofficially withdrawn.” The student will be considered as unofficially withdrawn as of half-way through the term. Students who unofficially withdraw may need to repay some or all of their financial aid.
4. Documentation of class attendance must be submitted by a professor with an email or a memo on letterhead directed to the Financial Aid Office.
5. Transfer students. If you are a transfer student (beginning your first term at WOU), the Financial Aid Office will consider you to be making satisfactory academic progress since you met WOU’s admission criteria. However, if you have exceeded the maximum credit hours allowed for financial aid eligibility, you may need to petition. Refer to excessive credit hours attempted, next.

Excessive credit hours attempted
Maximum credit limits. Your financial aid will be placed on hold and you will be required to petition for the reinstatement of financial aid if your cumulative number of attempted credit hours (including any transfer credits) exceed the following:
• Undergraduate degree: 220 credit hours
• Post baccalaureate/second undergraduate degree: 48 credit hours
• Graduate/master’s degree: varies by program

Academic suspension
If you are academically suspended from WOU, your aid will be placed on hold and you will be required to petition for reinstatement of financial aid. You must first petition for readmittance to WOU. Your petition for readmission must be approved prior to petitioning for reinstatement of financial aid. Petitions for readmission are available from the Registrar’s Office.

Failure to meet previous petition/appeal requirements
Read petition results carefully. If you are directed to meet certain criteria to continue receiving financial aid, you must comply with those conditions. If you do not comply with the conditions, your financial aid will be suspended and you will be required to petition for reinstatement of aid. Previous petition requirements will be monitored each term of the requirement.

Juniors or seniors with a cumulative GPA of less than 2.0
Your financial aid may be placed on hold at the end of each term and you may be required to petition for the reinstatement of financial aid if you are a junior or senior and your cumulative GPA is less than 2.0.

Petitioning
Financial aid petition forms are available at the Financial Aid Office or on the financial aid web page.
1. If you do not meet the academic progress criteria, you must petition and explain your special circumstances prior to receiving any additional financial aid. Special circumstances such as, but not limited to, an injury or illness to you or death of a relative will be considered in petition determination.
2. If your aid is on hold because of excessive credit hours, you must submit a petition indicating the reason(s) for accumulating excessive hours and your expected graduation date. A graduation summary sheet or degree plan may be required. Please allow the Registrar’s Office at least one term’s advance notice to prepare the graduation summary sheet.
3. If your petition or appeal is approved, you may be placed on a probationary period for financial aid purposes. During this period, you may be required to comply with certain criteria. The criteria may be more restrictive than WOU’s and/or the Financial Aid office academic requirements. Any criteria will be given to the student with the petition or appeal results.
4. If your financial aid petition is denied, you may be required to compensate for your academic deficiencies before further aid consideration will be given.
5. Petitions for reinstatement of financial aid not received in a timely manner will result
in cancellation of any pending financial aid.

Appeals
You have the right to appeal your petition determination. Appeal forms are available from and must be submitted to the financial aid office.

Withdrawing from school
To withdraw from WOU, students must complete the required paperwork, available from the Registrar’s Office and obtain the required signatures. If a student is eligible to receive a refund and is a financial aid recipient, some or all of that money will be returned directly to the aid programs. By withdrawing from school, a student may be required to repay a portion of the financial aid disbursement. Students who withdraw from all classes prior to completing more than 60 percent of an enrollment term will have their eligibility for aid recalculated based on the percent of the term completed. For example, a student who withdraws completing only 30% of the term will have earned only 30 percent of any Title IV aid received (other than Federal Work-Study). The student and/or the school must return (repay) the remaining 70 percent of the funds received. Contact the Financial Aid Office for complete withdrawal details. Unearned financial aid funds will be returned in the following order depending on the type of financial aid the student received during the term of withdrawal:
• Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan
• Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan
• Federal Perkins Loan
• Federal Direct PLUS Loan
• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal SEOG
• other Title IV aid programs
If a student withdraws, the student must petition the Financial Aid office to be considered for financial aid in subsequent terms. The student must have attended classes to be eligible to receive federal financial aid. Non-attendance means a total repayment of all federal aid received for that term. Please refer to Return of Title IV Aid policies in WOU’s schedule of classes.
Students are also required to attend loan exit counseling if they received federal loans while attending WOU. Exit interviews are available at the end of the term, by appointment or online at the financial aid office home page.

Rights and responsibilities of students receiving federal financial aid
Rights
1. You have the right to expect your financial aid eligibility will be determined in an equitable manner consistent with federal regulations and institution policies.
2. If you are eligible for aid, you have the right to be considered for those programs for which you qualify, as long as money is available.
3. You have the right to receive complete information about how your financial aid eligibility was determined.
4. You have the right to obtain full information about financial aid programs and pertinent regulations, policies and procedures.
5. You have the right to receive information about your debt burden as a result of receiving loans.
6. You have the right to receive information about monthly and total repayment options available as well as debt management strategies.
7. You have the right to expect that your financial records, your parents’ financial records and your award information are kept confidential in accordance with the Federal Privacy Act of 1974.
8. You have the right to expect notification of your financial aid offer and any adjustments to it.

Responsibilities
When you sign your award letter, you agree to fulfill your obligations as a financial aid recipient. Read carefully the terms on the reverse side of your award letter and the publication, Facts on Financial Aid. It is your responsibility to be aware of your obligations and rights.
1. It is your responsibility to report additional resources (such as other financial assistance) and any changes to those resources to WOU’s Financial Aid Office. If the receipt of additional resources results in an over award (financial aid and resources exceed your need or the cost of attendance), you may be required to pay back a portion of your financial aid received and financial aid for subsequent terms may be reduced.
2. You are responsible for supplying complete and accurate information used to determine your eligibility for aid.
3. You must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
4. You must be formally admitted to WOU and be admitted and enrolled in a degree or certificate program, or be taking required preparatory coursework for admittance into a degree or certificate program.
5. You must notify the Financial Aid Office if you are enrolled in a WOU program that is not on campus.
6. You must not have borrowed in excess of any Title IV loan limit.
7. If you withdraw from school, you must notify the financial aid office in writing. You may be expected to repay a portion of the financial aid disbursed to you after paying tuition and fees (refer to the withdrawal information available from the Financial Aid Office).
8. You are responsible for reporting any change in your status.
9. When you have signed a promissory note for a loan, you are responsible for informing your loan servicer of changes in your name, address, Social Security Number and graduation date. You must inform your loan servicer if you transfer to another school, withdraw from school or drop below half time in any term.
10. If you are borrowing from the Federal Direct Stafford Loan program for the first time at WOU, you must attend a loan counseling session before you can receive your funds. Group sessions are available during New Student Week, by appointment, or online at the Financial Aid Office home page.
11. If you are awarded Federal Work-Study, it is your responsibility to find and apply for a work-study job. If you accept a Federal Work-Study position, you are expected to perform the work in a satisfactory manner.
12. You must sign a Statement of Educational Purpose (included on the FAFSA) declaring that any aid funds received will be used for expenses related to attendance at Western Oregon University and that you owe no refund nor are you in default of any aid received for attendance at any institution.

For additional information, financial assistance or consumer information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 503-838-8475 or toll-free at 877-877-1593.

University scholarships
In addition to state and federal aid, WOU administers a wide variety of private and institutional scholarships. Many recognize scholastic achievement as well as need. Some are reserved for students in specific majors or from specific geographical areas. A number of these aid sources are detailed below. It is the student’s responsibility to know scholarship deadlines. Because donations are received throughout the year, new scholarships may become available which are not listed in this catalog.
Students may apply for most of the following scholarships by completing the WOU general scholarship application which may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office, Office of Admissions, or online at www.wou.edu/student/finaid/scholarships.html. Email: scholarships@wou.edu.

Administrative Support Council (ASC) Scholarship. Established in 2002 by the Administrative Support Council. Awarded to a current student with 90 hours or more obtained from WOU, engaged in undergraduate coursework at WOU, with preference given to full-time students.
Robert E. Albritton Scholarship. Established in 1984 by the family of Robert Albritton, former professor of elementary education. Awarded to a full-time WOU junior or senior majoring in elementary education.
Alpha Epsilon Scholarship. Established by the Alpha Epsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma in Salem. Awarded to junior or senior female students majoring in education.
Alumni Association General Scholarships. Re-established in 1992. Awarded to any full-time sophomore, junior or senior.
R.S. Baker Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2004 in memory of R.S. Baker, emeritus associate professor of humanities. Awarded to non-traditional students at least 24 years of age who are majoring in one of the humanities, and have a 3.0 or greater grade point average.
Forrest and Karen Bell Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Forrest and Karen Bell, parents of a former student. Awarded to any student.
Elizabeth Binney Scholarship. Established in memory of Mrs. Edwin Binney Jr., a friend of WOU. Awarded to any student with financial need.
Esther H. Bojanower Scholarship. Established in 2002 in memory of Esther Head Bojanower who received her diploma from Oregon Normal School in 1928. Even though she taught in a small rural school in Oregon for only one year before getting married, she was a teacher throughout her whole life as a librarian, mother and later a community volunteer in Downey, Calif. When her children left home, Mrs. Bojanower pursued her talents as an artist, producing over 200 paintings. This scholarship is awarded to full-time students enrolled in the WOU College of Education with junior or senior standing.
David S. Brody Memorial Scholarships. Established in 1995 by Dr. Richard W. Woodcock and Dr. Ana F. Muñoz-Sandoval in memory of Brody, a faculty colleague of Woodcock at WOU. Awarded to any under-represented, qualifying student with preference given to a first-generation college student, bilingual, with financial need and a strong academic record.
Brophy Scholarship. Established in 1996 in memory of Mrs. Marguerite Holmes Brophy, ‘17, by her family. Awarded to any student majoring in elementary education with a strong academic record who is a resident of Jackson County, Oregon.
Caneen-Camber Scholarship. Originally established by the estate of Elizabeth S. Caneen in 1986 in memory of her grandfather, Albert Whitfield Lucas, one of the founders of WOU. Renamed in 1998 in memory of Bridget Camber by her family. Bridget was a great-great niece of Elizabeth Caneen. Awarded to any student.
Carroll Family Scholarship. Established in 1996 by Florence Carroll, ‘38, in memory of her husband Lewis, ‘35, and in honor of other family members who are WOU Alumni. Awarded to any student who has been a resident of Oregon for at least two years.
Centennial Scholarship. Established by the WOU Foundation in honor of Oregon’s Centennial Year of Oregon becoming a state. Awarded on merit to any incoming freshman.
Christy Scholarship. Established in 1979 by the family of the late Oscar Carl Christensen, a professor emeritus of science and athletics coach. Awarded to any returning student.
The following classes support scholarships named for their class years. These are awarded to any student with financial need.
Classes of 1928 through 1938
Class of 1940
Classes of 1942 through 1944
Class of 1946
Classes of 1948 and 1949
Classes of 1951 and 1952
Classes of 1955 through 1987
Classes of 1989 through 1996
Classes of 1998 through 2002
Dr. Mary I. Cole Elementary Education Scholarship. Established in 1985 in memory of Mary Cole, ‘25. Awarded to a student in elementary education.
Timothy Cowan Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Tim Cowan ‘79. This scholarship is to be awarded to single parents with financial need.
Daniels Memorial Award. Established in 1972 by the family of James G. Daniels Sr. and Jr. Awarded to an incoming freshman or returning sophomore, junior or senior on academic merit or participation in activities.
Fred and Etta Mae Detering Scholarship. Established in 1996 by Fred and Etta Mae Detering to provide scholarships to any deserving student at Western Oregon University.
Deschutes County Sheriffs Posse Scholarship. Established in 1995 by members of the Deschutes Country Sheriffs Posse. Awarded to any student who is a resident of Deschutes County majoring in criminal justice.
Deshon Family Scholarship. Established in 2003 by Dale Deshon in memory of his wife, Helen Deshon, former WOU employee; and his mother Norma Deshon ‘66. Awarded to financially needy WOU students who are completing their bachelor’s degree after gaining more life experiences than the traditional student.
Charlotte Rudd Dickerson Scholarship. Established in 1989 in memory of Charlotte Rudd Dickerson, ‘26. Awarded to any student.
Mary Donaldson Scholarship. Established in 1991 by Mary A. Donaldson, ‘21. Awarded to any qualifying student interested in teaching, who has served the community as a volunteer.
William E. & Kathleen du Aime-Rodewald Scholarship. Established in 1990 by the Rodewald family in memory of their son, ‘79, and daughter-in-law. Awarded to an education major who is an Oregon resident.
Clifford E. Eberhardt Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2005 in memory of Clifford Eberhardt ‘53. Awarded to a full-time student, with at least a sophomore standing, whose intention is to become an elementary or middle school teacher.
James and Helen Ellingson Scholarship. Established in 2000 by Dr. James Ellingson, professor emeritus of secondary education, and his wife Helen. Awarded to an education junior or senior with financial need who has a goal of earning a bachelor’s degree in education.
Emeritus Society Scholarship. Established in 1989 by the Emeritus Society, a group dedicated to seeking and sharing intellectual pursuits. Awarded to a returning student.
Maxine S. Enney Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Harriet Gelinas in memory of her mother, Maxine S. Enney ‘42. Awarded to students from the Hood River area.
Faculty Union Scholarship. Established in 2005 by the WOU Faculty Union to be awarded to students who have demonstrated financial need, matching equal amounts for male and female students.
Charles R. Gengler Memorial Scholarship for Elementary Education. Established in 1989 by Gail Gengler in memory of her husband, former professor of elementary education. Awarded to a full-time student with junior or senior status who has been admitted to the College of Education, majoring in elementary education.
Robert S. Graham Scholarship. Established in 1980 in memory of Robert S. Graham, ‘35. Awarded to any undergraduate student, based on merit and financial need.
Hewlett Packard Business Scholarship. Established in 2003, this scholarship is awarded to minority students from Oregon with junior or senior status who are seeking a degree in business.
Hewlett Packard Math and Science Scholarship. Established in 2001 by the Hewlett Packard Corporation for qualifying students in science and mathematics K-12 teacher preparation.
Hiatt Scholarship. Established in 1996 by Dr. Margaret Hiatt, professor emeritus of education. Renewable up to a total of four years. Preference given to students intending to go into elementary education with financial need.
Hiatt-Faculty Scholarship for Elementary Education. Established in 1990 by professor emeritus of education, Dr. Margaret Hiatt, and elementary education faculty members. Awarded to a full-time student, in the College of Education, majoring in elementary education.
Albert A. and Martha G. Hoffman Scholarship. Established in 1991 by Albert, ‘41, and his wife, Martha. First priority to a student who is a resident of the cities of Cornelius or Forest Grove, Oregon.
Charles and Helen Holt Education Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Helen Holt in memory of her husband, Charles Holt ‘43, ‘46. Awarded to students with need who are majoring in education, with the intent to become teachers.
Melvin C. Irving Alumni Scholarship. Established in 2000 by Melvin C. Irving, ‘47. Awarded to a senior in education with a strong academic record.
JFR Foundation Scholarships. Established in 1998 by an Oregon foundation. Available to any student.
Mo and Patricia Jaffer. Established in 2001 by Mo Jaffer, professor emeritus of chemistry and his wife Patricia. Awarded to any student with financial need.
Ron and Myra Jolma Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Ron, ‘61, and Myra, ’63. Awarded to any student with financial need.
Grace E. Jensen Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Grace, ‘40. Available to any student.
Kaye LeFrancq Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Kaye LeFrancq ‘57. Awarded to students majoring in elementary education with a goal of obtaining a bachelor’s degree. Recipients are required to complete business course BA 229, Personal Finance, and pledge to use budget and finance as part of their curriculum.
Roy E. Lieuallen Scholarship. Established in 1984 in honor of Dr. Roy E. Lieuallen, retired Oregon University System Chancellor and former president of WOU. Awarded to any student.
Edwin H. and Bernita M. Lorence Scholarship. Established in 2004 by Suzanne Lamon in memory of mother Bernita M. Lorence and her step father Edwin H. Lorence who helped finance her college education. Awarded to full-time or part-time WOU students who demonstrate financial need and who currently, or will in the future, supplement their income by being employed during the school year.
MaPS Credit Union/Gary Sandifer Scholarship. Established in 2003 in memory of Gary Sandifer. Awarded to qualifying students residing in Marion or Polk County who have a sincere desire to build upon their educaiton.
Minority Student Scholarship. Established in 2003 by an anonymous doner. Awarded to any minority student enrolled at WOU.
Jack D. Morton Scholarship. Established in 1987 by Jack Morton, former dean of students. Awarded to a full-time undergraduate returning student with strong academic record.
Blake Moranville Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2001 in memory of Lt. Col. H. Blake Moranville, ‘66, former associate dean of students by his wife Mary and other family members. Awarded to a student athlete.
Dan Moss Memorial Elementary Teaching Scholarship. Established in 1999 in memory of Dan Moss, a Salem, Oregon teacher by his wife Joanne, ‘83. Awarded to a student in elementary education.
Ann and Linda Mulkey Scholarship. Established by Mike Mulkey in 2000 in memory of his stepmother Thelma Coble Mulkey, ‘40, and daughter, Linda, ‘81. Awarded to any student.
S. Elizabeth Norberg Scholarship. Established in memory of S. Elizabeth Norberg, a friend of WOU. Awarded to any student with financial need.
Maybelle Olson Scholarship. Established in 1994 by Maybelle Olson, ‘36. Awarded to any student majoring in elementary education.
Oregon Sheriffs Scholarship. Established by the Oregon Sheriffs Association for a junior student majoring in criminal justice with financial need.
OSU Federal Credit Union Scholarship. Established in 2002, this scholarship is awarded to any deserving WOU student.
Overholtzer-Holaday Elementary Education Scholarship. Established in 1989 by Mary Holaday Murray, ‘36, in memory of her mother, Ora Overholtzer Holaday, 1902. Awarded to a full-time student in the College of Education.
Marci Pahl Memorial Scholarship. Established in 1994 in memory of Marci Pahl, a WOU student who died in a traffic accident in 1993. Awarded to students who are entering their senior year in elementary education with a bilingual focus.
The Parents Club Scholarship. Established in 1987. Awarded to WOU undergraduates based on financial need and merit who have shown leadership or participation in school activities.
Esther M. Peer Scholarship. Established in 1997 through a bequest of Esther Peer, ‘31. Available to any student.
Dr. Anton and Mildred Postl Scholarship in the Natural Sciences. Established in 1996 by Anton Postl, professor emeritus of chemistry and physical sciences, and his wife Mildred. Awarded to a student majoring in one of the natural sciences.
Presidential Scholarships. Established to support outstanding incoming students, providing generous support through four years of college.
Donna Buckingham. Established in 1986 by Donna Buckingham, ‘70 and ‘73, former president of WOU Foundation board of trustees.
Class of 1941. Established in 1981 by class of ‘41 alumni.
Cornish Family. Established in 1988 by Dick and De Etta Cornish, friends of WOU.
Dahl-Boyd Scholarship. Established in 1985 in memory of Vera Dahl-Boyd, ‘24. Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in elementary education.
Barbara Gates Alumni Scholarship. Established in 2000 by Barbara Gates, ‘50. Preference to a student from Hillsboro, Forest Grove, Cornelius, or The Dalles, whose family have been migrant workers.
Joseph I. and Margaret Gentle Hall. Established in 1997 by Joe, ‘41, former secretary of the WOU Foundation, and Margaret, ‘41. Awarded to an undergraduate, full-time student majoring in elementary education and demonstrating financial need.
Dorothy M. Kirby Presidential Scholarship. Established in 1978 by the family of Dorothy M. Kirby, former WOU professor of French. Available to any freshman.
Thomas & Norine Rowland. Established in 1991 by the Rowland family in memory of Dr. Thomas Rowland, professor emeritus of education and his wife Norine. Awarded to a freshman who participates in extracurricular activities.
Blanche H. Rust. Established in 1993 by Blanche H. Rust, ‘25, ‘29 and ‘54. Awarded to any student who is a U.S. citizen.
Swenson Alumni. Established in 1985 in memory of Richard Irving Swenson, ‘25. Awarded to an incoming student with high academic merit and who has participated in extracurricular activities.
Lee G. Wells. Established in 1980 by Wilma H. Wells, friend of WOU, in memory of her husband who taught in Salem schools. Awarded to a student with academic merit and activities participation, with preference given to a Baker County resident.
WOU Foundation. Supported by funds contributed by various groups and individuals. Awarded one each in liberal arts and sciences and education.
Leonard W. Rice Memorial Scholarship. Established by Mrs. Ruth Rice in memory of her husband, Dr. Leonard W. Rice, former president of WOU. Awarded to a senior majoring in humanities.
Stanton Rickey Scholarship. Established in 2000 by Lt. Col. Stanton M. Rickey (U.S. Air Force, Ret.) and his wife, Adeline, ‘76. Preference given to descendants of Oregon families who were founders of WOU.
Guy and Catherine Rooth Scholarship. Established in 2004 by emeritus professor of geology, Guy Rooth and Catherine Rooth ‘78. Awarded to full-time students majoring in elementary education.
Jim and Jean Smith Scholarship. Established in 1998 by Jim and Jean Smith, local real estate developers. Awarded to any student.
Dallas Stroudenmire Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2003 from the estate of Frederic A. Meyer. Awarded to undergraduate students with financial need who have declared majors related to law enforcement or criminal justice.
Peggy Gardner Swain Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Fred Swain in memory of his wife, Peggy Gardner Swain, to promote her values in students of the future by awarding scholarships for students whose major emphasis is English/writing with the goal of obtaining a bachelor’s degree.
Sweet Home High School Scholarship. Established in 2002 by George and Connie ‘85 Jennings and Ed ‘77 and Pat ‘83 Stineff. Awarded to graduates of Sweet Home High School in their freshman and/or sophomore year.
U. S. Bank Scholarship. Established in 1984 by U. S. Bank. Awarded to an incoming student with strong academic record and who participates in extracurricular activities.
West Coast Bank Scholarship. Established in 1991 by West Coast Bank. Awarded to any qualifying student.
WOU Diversity Achievement Award. Awarded to any in-state new freshman or undergraduate/transfer student with consideration given to cultural background, life and work experiences, rigor of school coursework, academic achievement, quality of school coursework, academic achievement, community service, leadership, or other activities and first-generation college student status.
WOU Foundation Scholarship. Supported by funds contributed to WOU by various groups and individuals. Awarded to any student.
Hugo Wildschut Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Al and Jayne Oppliger in memory of Jayne’s father, Hugo Wildschut. Awarded to students in chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics.
Esther Wilson Alumni Scholarship. Established by Esther Wilson, ‘31. Awarded to any full-time student with sophomore, junior or senior status.
WOU Retirees Association Scholarship. Established in 2003 by retired faculty and staff of Western Oregon University to provide scholarships for upper division students with a minimum grade point average of 3.0.
Juan Young Trust Scholarship. Established in 2001 for lineal descendants of former employees of Kienow’s Food Stores Inc. and/or Kienow’s Wholesale Grocery Company, as well as to the general student population. At the time of application recipients must be under the age of 21 years old, a resident of Oregon and a full-time student.
University Departmental Awards. Students must contact individual departments to apply for these scholarships.
Abby’s House Scholarship. Established in 2003 for students enrolled in undergraduate/graduate coursework who have completed at least 100 credit hours and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Awards are made by the Abby’s House advisory committee.
Adams Art Scholarship. Established in 1996 by faculty and staff in the Creative Arts Division in memory of their colleague, Allen J. Adams. Scholarships awarded to students in art, music or theatre/dance. Recipients are chosen by the Creative Arts Division.
Administrative Support Council Scholarship. Established in 2002 for students engaged in undergraduate coursework at WOU with 90 or more WOU credit hours, a GPA of at least 2.50, with preference given to full-time students. Recipients are chosen by the Administrative Support Council.
Andersen Memorial Scholarship in Voice. Established by Peter Andersen in 1977 in memory of his mother Frances, and expanded in 1982 to include memory of Peter, by his wife Beverly. Awarded through audition by the music department to an incoming freshman or transfer music major with a concentration in voice.
Art Scholarship. Established in 1995 by the Art Department. Awarded to any art student.
Athletic Scholarship. Awarded by the Athletics Department to student athletes.
Athletic Trainer - Brewer Development Scholarship. Established in 1994 in memory of LoWayne Brewer, a long-time WOU faculty member, coach and athletic trainer. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a student trainer.
Bi-Mart Scholarship. Established in 2004 as a scholarship for students pursuing a career in business and who have academic merit and financial need.
Myra Brand Vocal Scholarship. Established in 2001 to honor music professor emeritus Dr. Myra Brand. Awarded by the music department to a voice major through audition.
LoWayne Brewer Scholarship. Established in 2004 by Barbara Brewer-Nelson in memory of her husband, LoWayne. A longtime faculty member, LoWayne coached gymnastics and fotoball and served as the athletic trainer for many years. Awarded to student athletes in good academic standing with athletic eligibility remaining.
Joyce Bryerton Memorial Scholarship. Established in 1997 by the Art Department in memory of Joyce Bryerton, former assistant professor of art. Awarded to any art major.
Campus Recreation Officials Scholarships. Established 2002 by Campus Recreation Department. Eight scholarships awarded to current year intramural officials for the following year.
Gail and Dan Cannon Art Painter Scholarship. Established in 1999 by Dr. Dan Cannon, professor emeritus of art, in memory of his wife Gail. Awarded by the art department to a student of art in painting.
Donald and Helen Carey Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Donald ‘56 and Helen Carey, to be awarded to any full-time student athlete.
Choral Scholarship Awards. Awarded by the music department to a returning student recognizing musical talent in choral ensembles.
College of Education Dean’s Scholarship. Established in 2003 by Dr. Hilda Rosselli for students in any education major. Recipients are chosen by the College of Education.
College of Education Faculty/Staff Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Dr. Meredith Brodsky for students in any education major. Recipients are chosen by the College of Education.
Steve Collette Memorial Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2003 in memory of alumni baseball player, Steve Collette. Awarded to financially needy student athletes. Recipients are chosen by the athletics department.
Computer Science Scholarship. Established in 2002 for students in the computer science program. Recipients are chosen by the Computer Science Division.
Sonia Cooper Scholarship. Established in 2003 by Mona K-Hinds ‘84 in memory of Sonia Cooper. Awarded to women in the business program. Recipients are chosen by the Business Division.
Cummins Natural Sciences and Math Scholarship. Established in 1984 by emeritus professor, Dr. Ernie Cummins. Awarded to students majoring in natural sciences or mathematics. Recipients are chosen by the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division.
Helen Irene Hall Dahl Musical Arts Memorial Scholarship. Established in 1997 by her family in memory of Helen Irene Hall Dahl, ‘36. Awarded through audition in spring by the music department as part of Honors Program to a full-time returning student.
Dance Scholarship. Established in 2000 by the dance department for any student in creative arts, preferably majoring in dance.
Gale Davis Football Scholarship. Established in 1992 to honor Gale Davis, retired WOU football coach. Awarded by the athletics department to a student in the football program.
Charles Dolezal Math Scholarship. Established in 1999 by Charles Dolezal, ‘79, to be awarded by the mathematics department to a student majoring in math.
Twila Domine Scholarship. Established in memory of Twila Domine, a long-time staff member in the creative arts division. Awarded to students in the creative arts.
The Duncan-Shriner Special Education Scholarship. Established in 1980 by professor emeritus of education Dr. Donald Duncan and his wife Verna, in honor of their parents. Awarded by the Special Education Division with preference to a graduate student majoring in special education.
F.E.S. Dance Scholarship. Established in 2001 by an anonymous friend of WOU. Awarded through talent competition by the dance department to any dance major.
50s Football Scholarship. Established in 1999 by members of the WOU football teams of the 1950s. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a football player.
Forbes Creative Arts Scholarship. Established in 2000 by Dean Forbes in memory of his wife, Sylvia, ‘41. Awarded by the Creative Arts Division for any student in art and music.
Jack and Cori Frauendiener Football Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Jack ‘69 and Cori ‘67 Frauendiener, to be used for football scholarships.
French Music Scholarship. Established in 2004 for deserving students in the music program.
James and Chris Glodt Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2005 by local business owners, James and Chris Glodt, to support student athletes.
Ruth E. Halversen Art Scholarship. Established in 1995 in memory of Ruth’s sister, Esther Halversen, ‘19. Awarded by the Art Department for an art major.
Charles Lee Harris Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2000 in memory of Charles Harris ‘59. Charles was an avid football fan who attended nearly every Wolves game. Awarded to WOU football players. Recipients are chosen by the Athletics Department.
Pat Holman Art Enhancement Scholarship. Established and awarded by the Art Department to an art major.
History Scholarship. Established in 1990. Awarded by the History Department and available to a history or social studies education major with a strong academic record.
Innes Award Scholarship. Established in 1976 by Lorraine Angstrom in memory of Dan Innes, ’74, former football player. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a football player who demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship.
Kirkwood Music Scholarship. Established in 1984 by the estate of Joseph F. Beaty in memory of his wife, Jessie, ‘30 and ‘53, and her mother, Mrs. La Versa Keen, 1895. Awarded by the Music Department to a music major.
John Knight Scholarship. Established in 2003 by emeritus professor and WOU track and field head coach John Knight, to be used for track and field scholarships.
Gus Langley Football Scholarship. Established in 1996 by Larry Smith ‘73 in recognition of Gus Langley’s outstanding career as a coach and educator. An alumnus of the class of 1951, Gus was an outstanding football player. Awarded to a student athlete who is a participant in the football program at WOU. Recipients ar chosen by the Athletics Department.
Dr. Ruth Lautenbach Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Emeritus Professor of Physical Education Ruth Lautenbach. Awarded to women who are physical education majors or athletes.
Library and Media Services Scholarship. Established in 1994 by the Hamersly Library staff. Awarded by the library staff to any returning library student worker.
Livingston Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Bob and Helen Livingston. Awarded to student athletes with high academic standing and financial need.
MaPS Credit Union, Monmouth, Football Scholarship. Established in 2005 by the local branch of MaPS Credit Union, to be awarded to a football player.
MaPS Credit Union, Monmouth, Leadership Scholarship. Established in 2005 by the local branch of MaPS Credit Union, to be awarded to a student who has demonstrated leadership in a student club.
Dr. Denis M. Moran Memorial Scholarship. Established in 2004 by Grieke Moran and the Moran family in memory of Dr. Denis M. Moran, emeritus professor of geography. The Moran Scholarship is awarded to full-time students with junior or senior standing majoring in geography and have at least a 3.0 GPA in their geography classes. Recipients are selected by the Geography Department.
Cathy Morgan Memorial Fund. Established in 1984 by the Morgan family in memory of their daughter, Cathy, ‘77. Awarded by the Special Education Division to a hearing-impaired student with a strong academic record.
Music Department Scholarships. Awarded by the Music Department to recognize exceptional, accomplished students.
Richard and Lottee Meyer Prize in Literature. Established in 2001 by Emeritus Professor of English, Richard Meyer, and Emeritus Library Professor Lotte Larsen Meyer. Awarded each spring to an undergraduate student in recognition of their efforts in literature. Specific criteria for this award or prize shall be determined each year by the faculty of the English Department.
Nona Milligan Memorial Athletic Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Don Milligan in memory of his wife Nona. Awarded to deserving student athletes.
Bela Nagy Memorial Piano Scholarship. Established in 2005 in memory of Bela Nagy for piano student scholarships.
Natural Sciences/Mathematics Scholarship. Established in 1983 through faculty contributions. Endowed by Mrs. LaVerne Cummins in 1983 in memory of her husband, Dr. Ernie Cummins, emeritus professor of chemistry. Awarded by the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division to a student majoring in an area of natural sciences or mathematics.
Ogard Criminal Justice Scholarship. Established in 1992 by professor emeritus of criminal justice, Dr. Ernie Ogard and wife, Dr. Janine Allen, former dean of students. Awarded by the Criminal Justice Department to a student majoring in law enforcement or criminal justice.
The Outstanding Returning Art Student Scholarship. Awarded by the Art Department to a continuing art student.
Psychology Division Scholarship. Awarded by the Psychology Division to sophomore or junior psychology majors to recognize achievement and involvement in psychology at Western Oregon University and for potential contributions to the field of psychology.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). All eligible students can compete for four-, three- and two-year full tuition scholarships plus a yearly stipend.
Roberts Motor Company Basketball Scholarship. Established in 1990 by Ron DeVolder, ‘68. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a qualified full-time undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of three consecutive terms and is a member of the men’s basketball team.
Roberts Motor Company Science Scholarship. Established in 1999 by Ron DeVolder, ‘68, and Roberts Motor Company. Awarded by the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division to an outstanding student in the sciences.
Marv and Rindi Ross Music Scholarship. Established in 2001 by Marv ‘73 and Rindi ‘73 Ross, founders and members of Quarterflash and, most recently, the Trail Band. Awarded each year to a music student.
Edgar H. Smith Music Scholarship. Established in 1989 by Evelyn Smith Lorence and the WOU Music Department in memory of her husband, Dr. Edgar H. Smith, former head of the Music Department. Awarded by the Music Department to a full-time returning music major with a strong academic record.
Sorenson Wind/Percussion Music Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Emeritus Professor of Music, Richard Sorenson. Awarded by music audition based on musical performance and musicianship as well as recommendations from the WOU Wind Ensemble director concerning service, leadership and attitude.
Lowell W. Spring Biology Scholarship. Established in 2003 in honor of Dr. Lowell Spring, emeritus professor, 1968-2003. Awarded to full-time undergraduate students majoring in biology who have demonstrated financial need and have a strong academic record with at least a 3.0 GPA. Recipients are selected by the Biology Department.
Carla Anne Stokes Dance Scholarship. Established in 2002 in memory of Carla Anne Stokes, sister of theatre/dance professor, Sharon Oberst. This scholarship is awarded to dance majors in good standing. Recipients are chosen by the Dance Department.
Janiece Sturgess Music Scholarship. Established in 1999 by Leta Edwards, vice president for university advancement and executive director of the WOU Foundation, in memory of her mother. Awarded by the Music Department to a music student whose focus is piano.
Louis Taylor Football Scholarship. Established in 2004 by Louis Taylor ‘98. Awarded to members of the WOU football team.
Technical Theater Scholarship. Established in 1992 by the Theater Department to be awarded to a theater student, focusing on the technical aspects of theater production.
Katherine Scharf Thompson Scholarship. Established in 2002 by Carl Thompson in memory of his mother, Katherine Scharf Thompson ‘38. Awarded to education-oriented music majors or music-oriented elementary education majors. Recipients are chosen by the Music Department.
Virginia Vogel Memorial Scholarship. Established in 1988 by the Vogel family, including Robert, ‘69, Bruce, ‘73, and Berry, in memory of their mother, Virginia Vogel. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a student in the track and field and cross country programs.
Welty Scholarship. Established in 1994 by Stan and Betty Welty, friends of WOU. Awarded by the Athletics Department to a returning student with a strong academic record who is a member of the men’s basketball, women’s basketball or women’s volleyball teams.
Wolfpack Athletic Club Scholarships. Established in 1986 by the Wolfpack Athletic Club. Awarded by the Athletics Department to selected athletes.
Ron and Marilyn Wynn Musical Theatre Scholarship. Established in 1991 by professor emeritus of music, Dr. Ron Wynn and his wife Marilyn. Awarded by the Creative Arts Division through auditions to a returning student with singing, dancing and acting abilities.
Dennis and Janice Young Scholarship. Established in 2004 by WOU Foundation Board Treasurer, Dennis Young, and his wife Janice. Awarded to full-time students whose major emphasis of study is business or a related degree in the Business/Economics Division.

University fee remission programs
The Oregon University System educational diversity initiative. The Educational Diversity Initiative program has been established to provide financial support to outstanding students from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences. Awards are renewable on a limited term basis and available to undergraduate students only. For eligibility information and application forms contact the Office of Financial Aid at 1-877-877-1593.
International Student Fee Remission. Contact Foreign Student Adviser, International Cultural Service Program.
In addition to the previously listed scholarships and awards, other departments may provide scholarships based on academic achievement and/or talent. Students may wish to contact various departments for further information.

Veterans educational aid
Information about federal and state veterans educational aid programs may be obtained from the Veterans clerk in the Registrar’s Office in the Administration Building. Federal Veterans Administration and State Department of Veterans Affairs offices also have information. Forms for application are available from the WOU Registrar’s Office.

University short-term funding
Provisions for installment payments and institutional loans are currently under review. Information will be available prior to the beginning of each academic year.

Loan fund sources
The Emergency Loan Program was established to help WOU students with short-term emergency financial needs. Funds for this program were donated to the institution. Borrowers are expected to repay their loans promptly so that the funds can be made available to other students.
Many individual loan programs are included in the emergency and short-term loan program:
The Ackerman Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late J.H. Ackerman, president of the college from 1911 to 1921.
Alice M. Knuth Loan Fund. A student emergency loan fund established for music majors by Alice M. Knuth, professor emeritus of music.
Alpha Delta Kappa, Epsilon Chapter Loan Fund. A memorial contribution of Inamae Taylor Politte, an alumna of WOU.
Elizabeth Binney Foundation Loan Fund. A memorial to Mrs. Edwin Binney Jr., a friend of WOU.
Bruce Bradshaw Memorial Loan Fund. A memorial to Bruce E. Bradshaw, outstanding athlete and student.
Donna Jean Buck Memorial Loan Fund. A memorial to Donna Jean Buck, outstanding student.
William H. Burton Memorial Loan Fund. Established in memory of this alumnus.
Clifford L. Corley Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late Clifford L. Corley, former chairman of the Education and Psychology Department, and, at the time of his death, director of graduate programs.
Jane Catherine Dale Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late Jane Catherine Dale, former chair of the Humanities Department.
Mike Davis Memorial Loan Fund. Memorializes Mike Davis, an outstanding student.
Dillian Loan Fund.
Tonie Neufeldt Endersby Memorial Loan Fund. A memorial to Tonie Neufeldt Endersby, outstanding student.
James Fissel Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late James Fissel, Spanish professor.
Thomas H. Gentle Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late Thomas H. Gentle of the faculty, a leader in teacher education.
Emma Henkle Memorial Loan Fund. Memorializes the late associate professor of education.
Charles A. Howard Loan Fund. A bequest of the late Charles A. Howard, president emeritus of WOU (1939-47).
J.S. Landers Loan Fund. Honors the late Joseph S. Landers, president of WOU from 1921 to 1932.
Oma Belle McBee Memorial Loan Fund. Honors the late Oma Belle McBee, outstanding alumna.
Rachel Phillips Loan Fund. A bequest of the late Mrs. Rachel Phillips of Oregon City.
Carol Pickering Memorial Loan Fund. In memory of Carol Pickering, outstanding physical education student.
Riddell Memorial Loan Fund. A memorial to Elizabeth and William Riddell.
James Samuelson Memorial Loan Fund. Memorial to James Samuelson, outstanding student.
Julia McCulloch Smith Loan Fund. A gift of John E. Smith of Ames, Iowa, in memory of his wife, Julia McCulloch Smith, a WOU graduate.
John N. Sparks Loan Fund.
Thelma T. Tethrow Memorial Loan Fund.
Beulah Stebno Thornton Memorial Loan Fund. Sponsored by Beta chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma, women’s educational society, in memory of Beulah Stebno Thornton of the faculty.
Western Alumni Association Fund.
Western Women Loan Fund. Established by faculty women, women of the staff and faculty wives.
Moms Club and Dads Club Loan Fund.
OCE-Western Oregon University Veterans Club Loan Fund.