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Frequently Asked Questions

 

What graduate degrees does Wayne State College offer?

 

> As a senior undergraduate student, can I take graduate-level courses?

 

> How do I apply for Graduate Studies?

 

> What is the deadline to apply to Graduate Studies?

 

> Please explain the newest teaching format (Learning Community) offered as a Curriculum and Instruction degree.

 

> How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship?

 

> What is the maximum number of hours I can take each semester?

 

> Do I need to maintain a certain GPA during my graduate career?

 

Is there a time limit on how long I can take to complete my degree?

 

> Can coursesI took at another  institution count toward my master's degree at Wayne State College?

 

> Who is my advisor and how do I contact him/her?

 

How do I go about setting up my Program of Study?

> What do I do if I want to appeal a decision or action?

 

> What services can I access via Webcat Online?

 

> How do I get my pin number for Webcat Online?

 

> How do I register online for courses?

 

> How do I register to take the GRE?

 

> How do I register to take the GMAT?

 

How do I register to take the TOEFL?

 

> When to I apply to take the comprehensive examination?

 

> When do I request for my portfolio to be reviewed?

 

> How do I know if I am required to take the comprehensive examination or complete a portfolio or both?

 

> When do I apply for graduation?

 

> When are degrees awarded?

 

> When can I expect to receive my diploma?

 

> How do I request the sending of my official WSC transcript?

 

What graduate degrees does Wayne State College offer?

 

WSC is authorized to grant four graduate degrees: Master of Science in Education, Education Specialist in School Administration/Educational Leadership, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Science in Organizational Management. >back to top

 

As a senior undergraduate student, can I take graduate-level courses?

 

Seniors enrolled at WSC who are within their last two semesters of completing requirements for the baccalaureate degree may enroll for graduate study if they meet the other requirements for graduate admissions as determined by the appropriate school dean. They are limited to fifteen (15) total hours for that term and a maximum of six (6) graduate hours earned prior to completing their baccalaureat degree. Notification of approval from the student's advisor, appropriate Department Chair and School Dean for the graduate class(es) must be submitted to the Registrar. >back to top

 

How do I apply for Graduate Studies?

 

Complete the Graduate Application for Admission, health form, and request a transcript from the undergraduate institution conferring the baccalaureate degree be sent directly to the Admissions Office. Students who wish to be admitted to a graduate degree program should have the baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited institution.

 

Students also need to meet the specific admission requirements listed for each program in addition to the general requirements as listed on pages 149-151 of the WSC 2008-09 General and Graduate Catalog.

 

There is a required non-refundable $30 application fee for people attending WSC for the first time. >back to top

 

What is the deadline to apply to Graduate Studies?

 

Preferably, two weeks prior to the intended date of enrollment. >back to top

 

Please explain the newest teaching format (Learning Community) offered as a Curriculum and Instruction degree.

 

This new learning format was developed by teachers for teachers. It focuses on your needs as a professional educator. Classes meet one weekend a month, five times a semester. No regular meetings during June and July. Weekend classes are interactive and involve group activities, not lecture. Your readings, writing, and discussions will be applicable to your classroom. The focus is on the participants supporting one another in a "family" environment.

 

As a student, you design and implement your own learning plan. Your learning is based on what you are doing in your educational setting. You are assessed using a growth portfolio. Your learning can be done alone and with others. You have colleague and advisory support groups. Your action research will apply to your educational setting.

 

For more specific information, please contact the School of Education and Counseling or click on this link for more specific information. >back to top

 

How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship?

 

The Application for a Graduate Assistantship can be obtained by contacting the Graduate Office. Completed applications, along with a current resume, must be submitted to the Graduate Office by April 1 for the upcoming academic year.

 

Consideration for Graduate Assistantships is given only to applicants who plan to earn the graduate degree at WSC. Candidates must have a scholastic record above average, teaching experience, and appropriate recommendations.
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What is the maximum number of hours I can take each semester?

 

The maximum load of graduate credit hours for graduate students, without special permission, is 9 hours during regular sessions, 4 hours during the May session, and 7 hours during each of the summer sessions (June and July). A graduate student who wishes to register for more than the maximum number should consult with his/her advisor, then contact the appropriate School office for approval and forward that information to the Office of Records and Registration. >back to top

 

Do I need to maintain a certain GPA during my graduate career?

 

Graduate students working on a graduate degree must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 to continue in good standing. Graduate students who do not maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 will be placed on probation for the next 6 credit hours. If they fail to raise their GPA to a 3.0, they will be removed from their program. >back to top

 

Is there a time limit on how long I can take to complete my degree?

 

Commencing with the date of the first course registration, all requirements for the degree must be met within seven calendar years. Courses can be no more than 7 years old at the time of graduation. >back to top

 

Can courses I took at another institution count toward my master’s degree at Wayne State College?

 

Courses taken at another institution must be approved first by your advisor.

 

A maximum of nine graduate credits (15 from another Nebraska State College or University), subject to evaluation by the Dean of Education and Counseling or the Dean of Business and Technology or the Dean of Natural and Social Sciences, may be transferred from another graduate institution and applied toward a degree from WSC. Only transfer credit of "B" grade or better will be accepted. Credit that has been applied toward an earned degree from any college will not be accepted for advanced studies for a master's degree at WSC. Credit earned through correspondence courses will not be accepted. A course receiving a S/NC grade cannot be used in a Master's or Specialist degree program. A maximum of 3 hours of Workshop credit (568 or 590) can be included on a program of study. >back to top

 

Who is my advisor and how do I contact him/her?

 

At the time of admission to a degree program, the appropriate academic school will assign to the student a faculty advisor whose function is to help in selecting a program of study, render guidance and support whenever possible, and represent the student in any matter pertinent to his/her graduate program. Students may request a new advisor at any point during their program.

 

The advisor can be contacted by calling Wayne State College at 402-375-7000 and asking for their advisor by name. >back to top

 

How do I go about setting up my Program of Study?

 

In the term of the enrollment immediately following admission to a graduate degree program, the student should complete a Program of Study indicating the courses that have been agreed upon and approved by the advisor and department chair. After the forms are completed, they should be signed by the specified individuals. Students wishing to make changes in their Program of Study need approval of their advisor, department chair, and the Dean of Education and Counseling or the Dean of Business and Technology. Substantial changes may require a new Program of Study form. Approved Programs of Study are on file in the Graduate Office.
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What do I do if I want to appeal a decision or action?

 

The policy-making body for the graduate program is the Graduate Council, which is responsible to the Graduate Faculty. Recommendations for degree requirements and curriculum originate with the Graduate Council, subject to review by the Graduate Faculty, and require action by the President and the Board of Trustees of Nebraska State Colleges.

 

Students who wish to appeal a decision or action must approach the following people/groups in this order: Department Chair, the appropriate Committee within the School (MBA students-MBA Appeals Committee, MSE and Ed.S. students-Professional Progress Committee, MS students-MS Appeals Committee), the Dean, the Graduate Council (through the appropriate School office), and finally the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The decision reached by the Vice President for Academic Affairs is final. >back to top

 

What services can I access via Webcat Online?

 

WebCat Online provides the ability to register online for most classes, access your midterm low grades and final grades, and inquire regarding billing and financial aid information.

 

WebCat Online is NOT for online course work. You must connect to WebCT for those services.

 

WebCat Online is available Monday through Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 11:55 p.m. and Sunday 1:00-11:55 p.m. >back to top

 

How do I get my pin number for Webcat Online?

 

New students need to contact the Admissions Office to obtain a PIN number. Current students need to contact the Registrar's Office.

 

For User ID or PIN problems, please contact the WSC Registrar's Office at (402) 375-7239. >back to top

 

How do I register online for courses?

 

To register online, go to www.wsc.edu and click on WebCat. You must use your social security number and PIN to login on WebCat Online. Once logged in, click on Registration and Schedule menu, click on Select Term, then to Register (drop/add).

 

You may also use the instructions in the student registration tutorial that is accessed through the WebCat icon on the WSC homepage. >back to top

 

How do I register to take the GRE?

 

You can register to take the GRE by contacting an authorized Sylvan Learning Center. You can also register online at www.gre.org

 

WSC students must take the general exam (not the subject). >back to top

 

How do I register to take the GMAT?

 

You can register to take the GMAT by contacting an authorized Sylvan Learning Center. You can also register online at www.mba.com >back to top

 

How do I register to take the TOEFL?

 

You can register to take the TOEFL by contacting an authorized Sylvan Learning Center. You can also register online at www.ets.org/toefl >back to top

 

When do I apply to take the comprehensive examination?

 

The Request to Take Comprehensive Examination form must be signed and filed in the Graduate Office no later than two weeks prior to the examination.
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When do I request for my portfolio to be reviewed?

 

The Request for Portfolio Review form must be signed and filed in the Graduate Office at the beginning of the semester in which the portfolio will be reviewed.
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How do I know if I am required to take the comprehensive examination or complete a portfolio or both?

 

Students should consult with their advisor about this. >back to top

When do I apply for graduation?

 

Students must file an Application for Graduation with the Graduate Office no later than the end of the second week of the semester in which they intend to graduate.
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When are degrees awarded?

 

Commencement ceremonies are held each academic year in December and May.

 

All graduating students are expected to attend commencement, which is ceremonial in nature. August graduates with no more than six credit hours of course work and/or an internship remaining to complete their degree during the summer are eligible to participate in the May commencement ceremony.
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When can I expect to receive my diploma?

 

Actual diplomas will not be issued until completion of all degree requirements has been verified. Generally diplomas are mailed within six weeks after the end of the term of degree completion. >back to top

 

How do I request the sending of my official WSC transcript?

 

To request a copy of your transcript from WSC, please send a written request or our printable Request for Transcript to the following address: Wayne State College, Office of the Registrar, 1111 Main Street, Wayne, NE 68787.

 

Transcripts are not faxed to any party.

 

In the body of your letter, please print or type the following information: your full name, all former last names, your current address, your social security number, dates of your last term of attendance at WSC, the number of transcripts requested, a complete address where each transcript should be sent, and your signature. If you are requesting a final transcript after graduation, your request should also include the phrase, "hold for degree statement."

 

Please Note: The following guidelines apply to all WSC transcript requests: (1) All transcripts are free of charge. (2) All copies mailed to you are marked "issued to student." (3) We do not accept e-mailed transcript requests. (4) We do not accept any faxed requests for transcripts. (5) We do not fax transcripts to any party. (6) Transcripts cannot be sent if you have any financial holds. >back to top

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MSE& Ed.S. Contact Info

Dr. Carolyn Linster
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Phone: 402-375-7121

MBA Contact Info

Dr. Jeryl Nelson
Director of MBA
Phone: 402-375-7251

MS Contact Info

Dr. Kevin Hill
Director of MS
Phone: 402-375-7030

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