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2020 – 2021 College Catalog

2020 – 2021 College Catalog

The Western Nevada College Catalog is an annual publication which lists academic programs, policies and procedures. In addition, it includes information about fees, locations, curriculum requirements, course descriptions, and other helpful information about WNC.

Requirements for degrees and certificates of achievement can change with each academic catalog. There are specific policies that dictate which catalog and resulting set of degree/certificate requirements you may follow.

Each WNC catalog is effective for the fall, spring and subsequent summer terms. Only the most current catalog is available online.

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I. Introduction

  • Message from the President
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  • Principles of Community

II. Academic Calendar

  • Dates & Deadlines
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III. Student Services

  • Admissions & Records
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  • Grades
  • Transcripts
  • Student Record Information
  • Fees & Costs
  • Explanation of Fees
  • Excess Credit Fee
  • Fee Refund
  • Counseling
  • Disability Support Services
  • Financial Aid
  • Types of Financial Aid
  • Grants
  • Loans
  • Student Employment
  • Veterans Services
  • Scholarships

IV. Important Terms/Glossary

V. Student Learning Outcomes

VI. Programs & Services

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  • Student Life
  • Student Government
  • Veterans Resource Center

VII. Academic Divisions

  • Professional & Applied Technology (PAT)
  • Liberal Arts (LA)
  • Nursing & Allied Health (NALH)

VIII. Degrees & Programs

  • All Degrees & Certificates
  • Transfer Pathway Degrees
  • Certification & Licensing Preparation
  • Academic Program Guide

IX. Courses

  • Course Credit & Student Involvement
  • Course Descriptions
  • Class Schedule

X. Faculty & Administration

  • Faculty & Staff Directory
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  • WNC Foundation Board

XI. Policies

  • Policy Manual
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  • Student Conduct Code
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