Common concerns:

frequently asked questions by students

General information

• How does WMU define full-time and part-time status?
• Is there a calendar available for specific semester dates?
• How can I get information on student aid?
• Where can I get my questions answered concerning my tuition/bill?
• How do I give my parents access to view/pay my tuition bill?
• I have questions concerning on-campus housing, who should I contact?

Program and graduation analysis

• What is a degree audit?
• Degree applications (requesting an audit)?
• How can I confirm if I am on the graduation list?
• When is my graduation ceremony?
• How do I order announcements, cap and gown?
• How many guests are allowed to attend the graduation ceremony?
• How long does the ceremony last?
• Will I receive my diploma at the ceremony?
• Where are the commencement ceremonies held?
• How do we get to Miller Auditorium?
• Are there wheelchair accommodations for family members wanting to attend?

Records/grades

• How can I obtain a copy of my grades?
• I got a grade for a class I registered for and never attended; what do I do?
• What are the requirements for inclusion on the Dean's List?
• Can we get a copy of my Dean's List letter or certificate?
• Can you send Dean's List information to our hometown newspaper?

Registration and scheduling

• I have become ill and will not be able to finish the semester, what do I need to do?
• I have decided not to return to WMU, what should I do?
• I have paid my tuition and have decided not to return how do I receive a refund?
• I did not attend last semester and would like to return, what do I need to do?
• I would like to take a course at WMU. What should I do?