1. When does the next semester start?

The Spring 2010semester will begin on Monday January 18, 2010.

Classes are offered Monday through Friday during the mornings, afternoons, and evenings.  In addition, there is an excellent selection of courses offered online.  You can view the class schedule by visiting the website at www.westhillscollege.com/Lemoore.

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2.  How do I start the registration process?

The process for new students is as follows:

• The first step is to complete an online admission application application for admissions.
• The second step is to call 925-3317 or 1-800-266-1114 ext 3317 to make an appointment to take the placement test.  The dates and times are listed on the website placement test.
• The third step is to attend an orientation or to complete our online orientation.
• The fourth step is to contact a counselor or advisor for help in selecting courses.

The process for continuning students is as follows:

• The first step is to update your student account (if there are any changes; e.g. name, address).
• The second step is to have all official transcripts sent to the records office at the Lemoore Campus transcript request.
• The third step is to register using your MyWestHills student account.  You will receive information on how to access My West Hills in the orientation or counseling session.

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3. When can I register for classes?

Open registration for the Spring semester will begin November 2009 (Date Pending).

New students need to complete the process for admissions (see step 2 above).  Continuing students can register online through their student account MyWestHills.

For additional information or questions about registration dates call 925-3317 or 1-800-266-1114 ext 3317.

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4. How much does it cost to attend West Hills Community College, Lemoore?

For California residents the cost is $26.00 per unit.

For Out-of-State residents the cost is as follows:

$190.00 per unit tuition fee, plus $26.00 per unit enrollment fee.                                             

Total per unit $216.00

For Foreign tuition the cost is as follows:

$190.00 per unit tuition fee, plus $26.00 per unit enrollment fee, plus 9.10 per unit capital outlay fee.                                                                                      

                                          Total per unit $225.10

(Foreign students also must pay $100.00 per semester processing fee)

***Disclaimer***All tuition is subject to change based on legislature approval or policy changes.

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5. Is the class schedule online?

You can access the schedule at westhillscollege.com to view the upcoming courses.  The current schedule of classes for the Spring semester is pending.

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6. Can I get financial aid?

Financial Aid is funding provided by Federal and State governments and institutional sources to assist students with their educational expenses.  The funding is made up of grants, scholarships, and loans.  You can complete an online application for financial assistance on the FASFA website. 

In addition, The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program is campus-based.  FWS provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay for education expenses.  For further information and elgibility; contact the financial aid office.

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7. What is a fee waiver?

California residents may be eligible for a Board of Governors Fee Waiver Grant, which waives all enrollment fees.

Pell Grants are federal funded need-based grants awarded to low-income undergraduate and certain post-baccalaureate students to promote access to post secondary education.

Pell Grant amounts are dependent on: the student's expected family contribution, the cost of attendance, the student's enrollment status, and whether the student attends for a full academic year or less.

For more information on tuition and fee waivers contact the financial aid office

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8. When is payment due?

Payment is due at the time of registration.  Students are responsible for payments.  Students who fail to pay will be automatically dropped by the end of the day.

Student's who have made financial arrangements through PELL grant, BOGG waiver, loans, Veteran waiver, GI BILL, Tuition Assistacne (TA) or scholarships may avoid the non-payment drop policy.

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9. What can I earn at West Hills Community College, Lemoore?

West Hills Community College,Lemoore offers certificates of completion, Associate Degrees in Arts or Associate Degrees in Science.  You can view a list of academic programs in the current catalog. 

The Associate degree program requires the following:
a) at least 18 semester units in general education
b) a major area of study, with a grade point average of at least 2.0
c) elective units to complete 60 units
d) overall grade point average of at least 2.0
e) Of the required units, at least 12 semester units must be completed in residence

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10. Do I need a high school diploma to attend West Hills Community College, Lemoore?

To enroll at West Hills College, Lemoore a student must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• High School graduation
• Successful completion of the California High School Equivalency Examination or G.E.D.
• Attainment of adult status, 18 years of age, with or without high school diploma
• Recommendation of the principal the high school student is attending and parental permission.  The student must complete and application for admission.

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