Ready to start at WNC?

Check out these “Checklist for Success” lists to guide you through the process of enrolling at Western. Take the time to prepare for your new educational journey, and it will be a rewarding experience!

Ready to start at WNC?

Check out these “Checklist for Success” lists to guide you through the process of enrolling at Western. Take the time to prepare for your new educational journey, and it will be a rewarding experience!

Planning to transfer to a university?
Interested in a certificate or associate degree?
Use this degree-seeking checklist.

Taking classes for a career upgrade, workforce development or personal interest?
Use this non-degree seeking checklist.

Veteran & Active Military Checklist
  • Apply for Admission
    Applying for admission is the first step to attending WNC. WNC's open admission process allows anyone to be accepted to the college.

    FOR DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS: Under Education Goal/Objective, select "I will be attending WNC to enroll in credit classes and plan on seeking a degree or 30 credit certificate of achievement."
    FOR NON DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS: Under Education Goal/Objective, select "I will be attending WNC to enroll in credit classes for a career upgrade, industry skills certification, personal interest or other reason and do not plan on seeking a degree or 30 credit certificate."
Apply Today!
The Admissions Process
  • Apply for Scholarships
    The Western Nevada College Foundation and Financial Assistance Office are pleased to announce the opening of the 2021-2022 Regular Scholarship Application Cycle. Current and Prospective students are encouraged to apply during this cycle to receive priority consideration for scholarships.
Current Students Apply Now
Prospective Students Apply Now
Learn More about Placement Options
  • Attend an Orientation
    This is a great opportunity for you to learn about resources and tools to help you be successful while in college. First-time degree/certificate students will be contacted to schedule an orientation session
Orientation Sign Up
  • Meet with an Academic Advisor
    Our advisors and instructors are great resources to help you make important decisions about your educational goals. We aim to help you stay on track toward graduation.
Learn More about Academic Advising
Schedule a telephone Appt.
Learn More about Financial Aid
  • Register for Classes
    Choosing your classes early ensures that you get the times and classes you want. Enrollment is done through myWNC.
Register for Classes
  • Pay Fees
    Pay attention to payment deadlines or enroll in a payment plan to avoid being dropped from classes.
Learn More about Fees

Ready to get started?

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