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I have definitely decided to attend
Winthrop. How do I let you know? |
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All admitted students must submit a
nonrefundable admissions deposit of $300 by the date stated in your
admissions letter. This deposit reserves your place in
the freshman class and is deducted from your fees for
the first semester. |
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What if I have not confirmed my plans
to attend Winthrop - should I pay the deposit anyway?
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The admissions deposit is nonrefundable.
You should not submit the deposit until you confirm your
plans to enroll. |
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My acceptance packet included a health
form. Do I have to send it to you? |
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EVERY
student is required
to submit a Winthrop University Health Services
Medical Form.
Proof of
immunization is required of all students prior to
registration for classes.
The requirements are detailed in
the Medical Form that is enclosed in your
acceptance packet and is also available online at
www.winthrop.edu/hcs/healthservices-home.htm.
The physical examination portion of the Medical Form
must be completed before a
student can receive treatment at
Health
Services.
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How can I apply for Winthrop academic
scholarships? |
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Winthrop does not require a separate scholarship application.
We use the credentials submitted with your application
for admission.
Typically, freshman applicants who score at least 1250
on the SAT or 28 on the ACT and earn a grade point average
of 3.5 (4.0 scale) in academic courses will be considered
for scholarships. The application
deadline for scholarship consideration is January
15. Award letters will be mailed to scholarship
recipients in early February. Additional information
can be found on the
Office
of Financial Aid website (types/academics).
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Do you have a scholarship for students
who are interested in continuing their community service
involvement while enrolled at Winthrop? |
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Yes, the Close Scholarship is awarded
to South Carolina residents who demonstrate financial
need, scholastic excellence, and a commitment to community
involvement and service. Interested students must complete
the FAFSA and a Close Scholarship application (available
through the
Office
of Financial Aid -types/service) and submit two letters
of reference. Visit the
Close
Scholarship website for additional information. |
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Do you have other scholarships? |
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The appropriate department awards athletic
and other talent-based scholarships. Please refer to the
Financial
Aid website (types/talent) for additional information
on talent awards. |
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A scholarship list is included in my
catalog. How can I apply for these awards? |
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Your application credentials will be considered
for all academic awards that are available to freshmen.
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Will you notify me if I do not qualify
for scholarships? |
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No, we only send letters to scholarship
recipients. |
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When should I apply for need-based
financial aid? |
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Generally, you should apply for aid as
soon as your parents have completed their federal income
tax returns. It is recommended that you apply no later
than March 1. Complete information on the financial aid
application process can be found on the
Financial
Aid website. |
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I would like to work on campus. How
do I obtain information on employment opportunities? |
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The Office of Financial Aid maintains
information on campus employment. A student employment
fair is usually held during the first week of classes.
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How are students selected for the Honors
Program? |
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The
Honors
Program extends an invitation to selected freshmen
based on high school GPA and SAT or ACT scores. These
invitations are mailed beginning in January. |
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When do I register for classes? |
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You will register for classes at one of
the Orientation sessions that will be held in June. |
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When will I receive Orientation information?
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Orientation information will be mailed
in early April. You should return the reservation form
and indicate your first and second choices for a session.
Confirmation materials will be mailed within two weeks
of receipt of your reservation form. Additional information
on orientation can be found on the Orientation
website. |
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How will I know which classes to select?
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You will consult with an advisor who will
provide information on your program of study and help
you select the appropriate courses for your first semester.
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What if I haven't decided what to major
in? |
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Winthrop offers a pre-major advising program
for students who haven't selected a major. You will take
courses that will fulfill our general education requirement.
See the
undergraduate
catalog for further information. |
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I would like a different major than
what I indicated on my application. How do I notify you?
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You can request a change of major by completing
our
on-line change of
major request. You can also write, e-mail,
or call the Office of Admissions at
803-323-2191 or 800-WINTHROP (946-8476)
to request a change of major. |
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I can't attend orientation in June.
What can I do? |
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You should contact our Orientation Office
at 803/323-2387 if you cannot attend a June Orientation
session. You are encouraged to attend a June session for
the best selection of fall courses. |
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I am taking (or have taken) an AP or
IB course. How do I get course credit for it? |
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To get credit for an AP or IB course you
need to ask the appropriate testing program to send the
original scores to the Office of Admissions. For complete
information on Winthrop's AP and IB policies, you can
refer to our website:
Advance Placement Credit
Program (AP)
International Baccalaureate
Course Credit (IB) |
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I have taken courses at another college.
How do I receive credit at Winthrop? |
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You must inform the
Office
of Admissions of any course for which you will receive college credit. You should request that the college or
university send an official transcript to the Office of
Admissions. We cannot accept college credit that is printed
on high school transcripts. The office of student academic
services in your academic area will evaluate transfer
credit. Your final grade must be a "C" or higher, and
courses must be completed at a college that is accredited
by the commission on colleges of a regional accrediting
agency. |
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I completed the Teacher Cadet course
in high school. How can I receive college credit for this
course? |
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Each Teacher Cadet high school is affiliated
with a four-year university that is located in the immediate
vicinity. If your high school is affiliated with Winthrop,
the course will be posted to your Winthrop transcript.
If your high school is affiliated with another university,
your Teacher Cadet instructor can tell you if that university
will award credit (the credit policy varies by institution).
If you determine that you will receive college credit
for the course, you should request that the university
send an official transcript to the Office of Admissions.
We cannot accept Teacher Cadet credit that is printed
on high school transcripts. |
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When should I reserve campus housing?
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The Department of
Residence Life mails a housing packet to each student upon
admission. You can submit your housing forms at anytime,
but keep in mind that housing is assigned based on the
date your forms are received by The Department of
Residence Life. We recommend that you send it as soon as
possible. Note:
All forms can be found in the
Advantage booklet that
was enclosed in your acceptance packet. |
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When will I have my room assignment?
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The Residence Life Office will mail room
assignments in July. |
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How do they choose roommates? |
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If you do not have a roommate choice,
our Residence Life Office will select a roommate for
you based on the responses to the items on the housing
application. Please refer to the
Residence
Life Frequently Asked Questions
for additional information on living on campus. |
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When can I move into my room? |
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Freshmen can move into their residence
hall on the Friday before classes begin. |
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When is my tuition payment due? |
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Tuition is due the first week of August
for students who register for classes during Orientation
in June. Payment is due immediately for students who register
during Registration Week in August. |
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What banks are located on campus? |
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Wachovia, BB&T and Bank of America have ATM's
on campus. There is also a Founders
Federal Credit Union down the street. |
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Are freshmen allowed to have a car
on campus? |
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Yes. All students
must
register their vehicle with our
Campus
Police. There is a registration fee for a parking
decal and
designated
parking for freshmen. |
