Independent Study
The Distance Learning office extends Weber State University's
quality education to students at home or work whenever they have time to learn.
Courses from a wide range of academic disciplines are available through independent study,
allowing students to complete course work at home (or anywhere) at their own convenience.
Over 2,000 students enroll in this self-paced individualized mode of study each year,
choosing among over 70 courses from more than two dozen
disciplines. Many of these courses meet core and general education degree
requirements at Weber State University.
Health
Professions Certificate and Degree Programs
Enrollment Information and
Admissions
You must complete an application for admission and submit it to
Weber State University admissions office before you can enroll in distance learning
courses. Students who have attended other universities or colleges will be considered
transfer students.
When
and How to Enroll
You can enroll for WSU independent study general courses any
time during the year by completing the registration form. Course fees are listed with the
course descriptions.
You may register three easy ways:
| 1. |
Mail--Fill out the registration form and mail it with your check or credit card
information to:
Distance Learning Office
Weber State University
4005 University Circle
Ogden, UT 84408-4005
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| 2. |
Telephone--Register with your
credit card by calling 1-800-848-7770 ext. 6600, or call direct 801-626-6600. Before you
call, fill out the form and have your credit card information handy. |
| 3. |
In Person--Visit the registration
office in Promontory Tower, Room 218, Weber State University, from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Mon.-Thur., and 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. on Fri. Make
checks or money orders, in US dollars, payable to Weber State University. |
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Financial Aid
You may receive financial aid for distance
learning courses. Please view the WSU financial
aid office homepage for complete details. Tuition waiver scholarships cannot be used
for distance learning classes. All courses paid for by financial aid must be completed by
two to three weeks prior to the end of the semester. This time period gives your
instructor enough time to grade all lessons and exams, and submit a grade.
Faculty
and Staff Benefits
Weber State University faculty and staff and their dependents may take any distance
learning course for 50% off the tuition price.
Course materials may include: textbook(s),
course modules that include the required reading and written assignments and additional
study material, study guide, other supplemental materials, video- and/or audio-tapes, and
a computer tutor.
Course Modules
Course modules give step-by-step directions for doing the work required for each course
and provide study help, assignments, and other pertinent information. The course module is
sent you when you register for the course, so please do not order any course modules from
the WSU bookstore.
Textbooks
Textbooks may be ordered from the WSU bookstore or other source. See your course module
syllabus for the textbook(s) required for your course. You can contact the bookstore at 801-626-6352 for prices. The WSU bookstore stocks most
textbooks for distance learning courses, though some may need to be special-ordered. Special orders are generally available within 7-10 working
days. Bookstore hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
For more information please visit the WSU Bookstore homepage.
Computer Tutor Software
Some courses have computer tutor software or learning disks available. This software comes
on 31/2-inch disks for use with an IBM-compatible computer.
If you do not have a home computer, there are many computers on
the WSU campus (in the computer labs and in the Stewart Library) that can be used. If you
are not located close to WSU, your local public libraries and university or college
libraries may provide access to computers with this capability.
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