Registration

Registrar: Mark Simpson

Supervisor: Candace Stevens

Location: Student Services Center, Room 101

Telephone: 801-626-6052 or 6100

Internet Address: weber.edu/registrar (click on "registration")
Email Address: registration@weber.edu

The University offers classes during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Students must register each semester to attend classes. Class schedule information for specific semesters is available on the WSU home page (weber.edu). The web-based class schedule provides information about the dates and times classes are offered for the selected semester. See the Academic Calendar in this catalog for registration dates and beginning and ending dates for each semester.

Registration Process - New Students

To register for classes, new students should:

1. Complete the admissions process — new students who have applied for admission (available on-line at weber.edu/admissions), but have not received an acceptance notice by mail, should contact the Admissions Office at 801-626-6050.
2. Obtain a registration appointment by accessing the Internet (see below*) — see the calendar in this catalog to determine when registration begins each semester; the system will be available to provide appointments one week prior to that date.
3. Plan a course schedule — some alternate classes should be selected in case first selections are closed.
4. At the correct appointment time access the Internet (see below*).   
5. Pay tuition and fees — log in to the eWeber student portal* to pay tuition and fees online.  Electronic statements and up-to-date balances are available in the student account at any time.

Registration Process - Continuing Students

To register for classes, continuing students should:

1. Obtain a registration appointment by accessing the Internet (see below*)  — see the calendar in this catalog to determine when registration begins each semester; the system will be available to provide appointments one week prior to that date.
2. Plan a course schedule — some alternate courses should be selected in case first selections are closed.
3. At the correct appointment time access the Internet (see below*).   
4. Pay tuition and fees — log in to the eWeber student portal* to pay tuition and fees online. Electronic statements and up-to-date balances are available in the student account at any time.

Registration Appointments

• Registration appointments are issued to new and continuing students one week before registration begins each semester. During this week students may obtain a registration appointment by accessing the Internet at weber.edu and entering their Wildcat Username and password. Go to the Student Services tab and click on Registration Time. 
• Students are assigned a registration appointment time on the basis of their earned hours. Earned hours include hours earned with a passing letter grade and hours earned through credit by examination.

First Registration Phase - (Registration by Appointment)

• During this registration phase, students may register starting on their appointed day.
• On their assigned day and appointed time, students should access the registration system on the Internet at weber.edu and enter their Wildcat Username and password. 
• Tuition and fees may be paid by cash, check VISA, DiscoverCard, or MasterCard. Log in to the eWeber student portal to pay tuition and fees online. Electronic statements and up-to-date balances are available in the student account at any time. A paper billing statement will be mailed at the student's request by sending an email to cashiers@weber.edu.
• Refer to weber.edu/accounting/cashiers to obtain information about payment deadlines and tuition and fee amounts. It is the student's responsibility to understand the registration, payment, withdrawal, and refund schedule and to make sure account balances are paid in-full and on-time to avoid late fees or other charges.

Second Registration Phase - (Open Registration)

Once appointment registration is complete, "open registration" continues and all students are allowed access to register and/or make changes to their class schedules on a first-come-first-served basis.

• During the second phase of registration, all students may register or make changes by accessing the registration system on the Internet at weber.edu and entering their Wildcat Username and password.
• Tuition and fees may be paid by cash, check VISA, DiscoverCard, or MasterCard. Log in to the eWeber student portal to pay tuition and fees online. Electronic statements and up-to-date balances are available in the student account at any time. A paper billing statement will be mailed at the student's request by sending an email to cashiers@weber.edu.
• Refer to weber.edu/accounting/cashiers to obtain information about payment deadlines and tuition and fee amounts. It is the student's responsibility to understand the registration, payment, withdrawal, and refund schedule and to make sure account balances are paid in-full and on-time to avoid late fees or other charges.

Changes in Registration

• Students may add classes online or at the registration windows (Registrar's Solution Center at the main campus, Davis campus, West center and Morgan center) through the 5th business day of the semester or block. Instructor approval will be required to add a class beginning on the 6th business day of the semester or block.
• Students may drop classes online or at the registration windows (Registrar's Solution Center) through the deadline dates (see the Academic Calendar). There are different deadlines for refunds and grading when withdrawing from classes.
• Students are strongly encouraged to plan their class schedules in consultation with an advisor to avoid unnecessary changes and ensure efficient progress toward completion of degree requirements.
• Students receiving financial aid should be careful not to reduce their credit hour load below the minimum number of hours required by their award level.

Closed Classes

• Only academic departments and instructors have the authority to admit students to closed classes.
• Students may contact the individual department and/or the instructor for specific procedures regarding admission to closed classes.

Credit/No Credit (CR/NC) Registration

The basic objective of credit/no credit grading is to allow students the opportunity to enroll in classes outside their major or minor on a pass (CR)/fail (NC) basis without affecting their GPA. The following rules apply:

• Freshmen students may take no more than one class per term on a credit/no credit basis.
• Students with 30 or more credit hours who have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above may register for no more than two classes per term on credit/no credit basis.
• A maximum of 20 hours of credit/no credit in elective courses may be used for graduation.
• Classes taken on a credit/no credit basis will not satisfy major, minor, general education, or specific course requirements. The University Curriculum and General Education Committee have designated a few exceptions to this rule. Please see the academic department for information on these course exceptions.
• Grades on the credit/no credit system are not included in computing the term or cumulative grade point average. A grade of credit is recorded only for letter grades of C- and above. Grades less than C-, including UW, will be recorded as no credit.
• Students who change their Program of Study must submit the appropriate form to the Records Office and request the grade be changed to the letter grade issued by the instructor if a credit/no credit course applies to the new Program of Study.
• If a student has previously taken a course for a letter grade, the same course may not be retaken for credit/no credit.
• Choice of credit/no credit registration should be made at the beginning of the term, but a student may change classes to credit/no credit status until the CR/NC deadline. This date can be found in the University's Academic Calendar.
• The instructor is not notified when a student takes a class for a credit/no credit grade. The instructor will assign a letter grade on the Final Grade Report and then the Records Office will convert the letter grades to credit or no credit.

Audit Course Registration

The basic objective of taking a class as audit is to allow students the opportunity to attend a class without earning either a grade or credit for the class.

• Students registering to audit a class will pay tuition and fees per the current tuition and fee schedule.
• Students in regulated programs, i.e. Financial Aid and Athletics, are subject to the respective program guidelines for audit registration.
• Some courses may not be open to audit students because of classroom space limitations. Student must receive instructor permission to audit a class.
• Choice of audit registration should be made at the beginning of the term, but a student may change classes to audit status until the audit deadline. This date can be found in the University's Academic Calendar.
• Students auditing classes are expected to attend on a regular basis. Students may officially withdraw from the audited class according to the deadline. Audit students failing to attend class may be issued a "W" grade at the discretion of the instructor.
• Senior Citizens (Utah residents ages 62 and over) may audit a course as a Lifetime Learner for a $10.00 fee per semester, on a space available basis, by applying at the Admissions Office. Lifetime Lerner’s selecting this option for courses do not have the option to receive a letter grade nor credit on their transcript for these courses.

Registration Credit Hour Loads

• It is recommended that undergraduate students planning to graduate with a bachelor's degree in four years register for at least 15 credit hours per semester.
• Undergraduate students are classified as full-time if they register for 12 or more credit hours, as three-quarter time with 9 credit hours, and as half-time with 6 credit hours.
• Graduate students are classified as full-time if they register for 9 or more credit hours, and as half-time if they register for 5 or more credit hours.

Overload Registration

• Students may register for a maximum of 20 credit hours without special permission.
• Students with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or better may petition for a maximum of 24 credit hours, and students with a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or better may petition for additional credit hours. Petition forms are available from academic departments or the Registrar's Solution Center.

Withdrawal

• Students can withdraw from individual classes online according to the deadlines on the Academic Calendar.
• Students who want to completely withdraw from the semester or block and receive a message stating they cannot drop their last class, should come in-person with picture ID to the Registrar's Solution Center, SC 101, or the Davis Campus, D2 246, or may send and email request to registration@weber.edu from their Weber email account ending in @mail.weber.edu, or send a signed written request via fax (801-626-6679) or mail (1102 University Circle, Ogden, UT 84408). Requests should always include the student name, W#, and a clear statement explaining the request.
  Go to the Cashier's Office page online and check the Refund Policy and Deadlines before making a decision to drop classes. You will be accountable to the refund schedule for any tuition and fee costs associated with the time you spent registered for your classes.
• From the 16th to 50th business day of a semester, or 16th to 30th business day of a block, students may withdraw from individual classes online or by submitting a completed "Withdrawal from Class" form to the Registrar's Solution Center. Courses dropped during this period will appear on the transcript with a "W" notation.
• Through the 50th business day of a semester or 30th business day of a block, students may completely withdraw from the semester by following the instructions above. A "Complete Withdrawal" form must be completed. The notation "Registered and Withdrew" will appear on the transcript of students who completely withdraw after paying tuition and fees.

Class Standing

Course Numbering System

Individual course descriptions are listed within each departmental section.

Davis Campus and Additional Locations

In addition to classes taught on the main campus, course work is also available at several off-campus locations including:

 

WSU Davis Campus, 2750 N. University Park Blvd, Layton

WSU Morgan Center, 241 E. Young St., Morgan

WSU West Center, 5627 S. 3500 W., Roy

Clearfield High School, 938 S. 1000 E., Clearfield

Davis Area Technical College, 550 E. 300 S., Kaysville

Kaysville Center at Davis High School, 325 South Main, Kaysville

Roy High, 2150 W. 4800 S., Roy

Salt Lake Community College, 4600 Redwood Rd., Salt Lake City

Tuition, Fees and Refunds

Bursar: Cindy Brewer
Location: Miller Administration, Room 204
Cashiers' Office: Student Services Center, second floor (SC 209)
Telephone: 801-626-8006
Internet Address: weber.edu/cashiers
Email: cashiers@weber.edu

Tuition and Fees

Weber State University reserves the right to assess tuition and fees as approved by the Board of Regents. Current policies, procedures, tuition and fee tables, payment deadlines, refund schedules and other important information is available at weber.edu/cashiers.

• Tuition is established by the Utah State Board of Regents and is subject to change without notice.
• Full-time students (12-18 credit hours) are assessed full tuition.
• Part-time students (less than 12 credit hours) are assessed tuition on a per credit hour basis.

Tuition and Fee Schedule

HB248 Tuition Disclosure 2008-2009

Full-time undergraduate resident students at Weber State University paying a semester tuition and fee amount of $1,927.18 (before any financial aid, scholarships, or waivers) contribute an estimated forty one percent to the full cost of instruction per full-time student of $4,605. The remaining support for the full cost of instruction is provided by $2,678 of state tax funds.

Tuition and Fee Assessment

Weber State University does not drop courses for nonpayment. Students are responsible for dropping courses they do not plan to attend. Tuition and fees will not be waived for nonattendance. Once registered, each student is obligated to pay for their courses unless the student has dropped courses or the student completes a total withdraw from school during the 100% refund period. If a student drops or completely withdraws from school after the 100% refund period, the student is obligated to pay tuition and fees according to the current semester refund schedule. Also, a student must pay for or drop courses by the payment deadline to avoid late fees and interest. (See Registration-Withdrawal for further information.)

Tuition and Fees for Online and Independent Study Courses

Refer to http://wsuonline.weber.edu/students/costs.asp for tuition and fee information for WSU Online and Independent Study courses, or call 1-800-848-7770 and choose "Online & Independent Study Student Services" from the phone menu.

Developmental Course Fee

Students who do not meet the requirements for enrollment in English EN1010 and Math QL1030-QL1080 (see Assessment and Placement) will be charged an additional fee for each semester they are enrolled at WSU until these requirements are met. Further information is available from Academic Support Services, Student Services Center Room 160 (telephone 801-626-7847).

Course (Lab) Fees

Some courses require additional fees for materials and/or resources.

Rentals and Deposits

Rentals and/or deposits are required on certain items and are paid to the Cashier. Any applicable refunds must be obtained from the Cashier prior to June 30.

Surcharge

In 2003 the Utah State Board of Regents passed a policy designed to encourage students to make reasonable progress toward completion of degree requirements. The policy states that students who exceed 135% of the credits required for completion of their baccalaureate degree will be charged the full cost of instruction. For example, a student whose program of study requires 126 semester credit hours will be allowed a maximum of 170 semester hours in which to complete degree requirements (126 credits x 1.35 = 170 credit hours). Any work beyond the allowed 135% will be charged at the full cost of instruction which is an additional $60 per credit hour. 

Credit hours that do not count toward the 170 hours are concurrent enrollment, advanced placement, and credit by examination. Individuals are also exempt from the surcharge if:

• the credits are necessary for the student to complete the student’s program of study; and the excess credits are a result of circumstances where a substantial number of credits from a transferring institution could not be applied to the program of study;
• the excess credits are a result of a reasonable enhancement of the student’s major by the addition of a minor or emphasis to the program of study;
  or
• the excess credits are the result of a re-entry into the educational system by a student who may have accumulated a large number of credits, or even completed degrees, but where employment requirements obligate his or her return to college.

Tuition Promissory Note

When a student registers for courses at Weber State University the student agrees to the terms of the "Tuition Promissory Note." The note states:

For value received, I promise to pay Weber State University (WSU), Ogden, Utah tuition and fees (principal) assessed to me for courses for which I have registered by the published payment due date for each semester. Also, I agree to pay for any additional fees and interest charges that are assessed to my account each semester. I hereby agree to pay a late payment fee of $40 if my account balance is not paid by the published payment due date. In the event I default on this agreement and it becomes necessary to place this account for collection, I also agree to pay collection fees, not to exceed 50.00% of the original principal balance, plus any court and/or attorney fees resulting from the enforcement of this agreement. Any collection costs stated above are in addition to the principal, fees and interest due on my account. In the event of default of any of the terms of this agreement, I hereby give to WSU Controller, or his/her designee, Power of Attorney to apply all monies due me from WSU to any delinquent portion of this note until the principal, fees, interest and costs are paid in full. I agree that WSU may repay my account balance from any TITLE IV funds due me. I understand that the principal amount is calculated based on my class-load each semester at WSU. All outstanding tuition account balances are educational loans extended with the express understanding that future repayment shall be made to the university. I further understand that my acceptance of these terms represents an extension of credit as a loan for an educational benefit by Weber State University, and as such, is exempt from discharge under federal bankruptcy code 11 U.S.C. 523(a)(8).

Billing Statement

Tuition and fees statements are available on the eWeber student portal. Electronic statements and up-to-date balances are available in the student account at any time. Students are responsible for viewing up-to-date balance or e-statements in the student account. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure account balances are paid in-full and on-time. A paper billing statement will be mailed at the student's request by sending an email to cashiers@weber.edu.

Payment Schedule

• Payment deadlines are listed on the Internet at weber.edu/cashiers.
• Tuition and fees may be paid by cash, check VISA, DiscoverCard, or MasterCard.
• Monthly payment plans are available to help students who are not able to pay in full when tuition is due. (See Monthly Payment Plan Option below.)

Late Payment Fee

A $40 late payment fee will be assessed to all students who have not paid their tuition and fees in-full or have not signed up for a monthly payment plan. If a student has an outstanding balance after their financial aid or scholarships have been applied, the student is responsible to pay this amount by the payment deadline to avoid the late payment fee and interest charges. The $40 late payment fee and interest are nonrefundable and will not be waived.

If a student changes his/her schedule by adding classes, the student has until Friday at 4:00 p.m. each week to pay the balance or the $40 late payment fee will be assessed to the student account. Students should check their account balance each time a change is made to his/her schedule to determine the new balance due.

Interest Assessment

Interest will begin the fourth week of the semester. The annual rate is 12%. A student will not be assessed interest as long as the student is in a Monthly Payment Plan that covers all tuition and fees. Interest on unpaid balances will be assessed in addition to the late payment fee.

Monthly Payment Plan Option

The Monthly Payment Plan is a program intended to help students who are not able to pay their account in full by the tuition and fee deadline. Instead of one large payment, tuition and fees are broken down into equal monthly payments. Enrollment in a plan is available at the time of registration prior to beginning of each semester. See weber.edu/cashiers for details about monthly payment plans.

Personal Checks or eChecks

Personal checks or eChecks returned by a financial institution for any reason are subject to a service charge and may result in the withholding of student records or dropping of courses.

Delinquent Accounts

Students with unpaid tuition and fees, room and board, parking fines, or other fees due to the University will have a hold placed on their records until such obligations are paid in full. The hold will prevent the student from registering for future semesters, viewing transcripts or grades, delay graduation, and limit use of the Wildcard and certain student services.

Unpaid accounts will be processed by University collections. In the event additional collection efforts become necessary, WSU may refer a past due account to an outside collection agency. All delinquent accounts are subject to collection fees, interest, plus all court costs and reasonable attorney fees. The collection agency and/or WSU will report delinquent accounts to a credit reporting agency.

Third Party/Sponsored Payments

Students are responsible for ensuring that appropriate documentation for third party/sponsored payments is submitted to the main cashier’s office prior to the start of classes each semester. Students must comply with the terms of the agreement and verify that all tuition and fees changes are paid by the sponsor agreement. It is the student’s responsibility to verify that any course or tuition and fee changes will be paid by the sponsor and that these changes are reported to the accounts receivable office for proper processing. If the sponsor does not provide funding by the end of the semester, the student will be responsible for payment of tuition and fees. The account will be considered delinquent if unpaid at the end of the semester. (See Delinquent Accounts above.) Contact 801-626-6263 for information on how to submit vouchers or contracts.

Refunds and Reimbursements

Student fees and course fees are refunded based on the University refund schedule (see weber.edu/cashiers). Late fees and withdrawal fees are nonrefundable. In most cases, if a credit card is used to pay for tuition and fees, refunds and residual funds will be credited to the credit card. All other refunds will be mailed to the student. Admission fees and recording fees are nonrefundable.

Refunds for dropped courses will be processed after the third week of class.

Financial Aid Withdrawals and Return of Title IV Funds

See Withdrawals and Return of Title IV Funds in the Financial Aid section.

Weber State University 2009-2010 Catalog