College Information

Carroll College: 

We have a few changes in admissions as we look forward to Fall 2021.  I wanted to update you and remind you of a few things as you help students choose where they want to be next fall.

In recognizing the financial challenges of COVID-19, Carroll College is adapting to be more affordable.  We have increased all of our academic merit award levels by $1,000. Additionally, we’ve lowered our enrollment deposit for Fall 2021 to $200.   We have also increased the amount of aid going to high need students.  Carroll College can be affordable for all types of students, and we are committed to working with students to give them clear numbers.  Our application is always free, so encourage students to find out more.

We went test-optional in Fall 2020, and this year we are expanding that.  Students with a 2.70 academic GPA and above can apply without an ACT or SAT score. This year we have expanded that to include student athletes, as well as admission into nursing.  With so many students having test dates disrupted, we want to make it easy to apply.  We have also increased the merit scholarship awards for test-optional students. See our test-optional policy online. 

It is easier than ever to visit virtually.  Our tour guides have done a great job of figuring out how to do an online tour that engages students and helps them get all of their questions answered.  These are live tours, and in addition to those, we have added videos, live Zoom sessions for students and their parents, and academic lectures.  Find out more online. 

There are many reasons why now is a great time to consider Carroll College.  This year we were named #1 Regional College in the West for the tenth year in a row according to “U.S. News and World Report.”  We were also #1 for undergraduate teaching.  This year, we achieved our second highest retention rate in the past 20 years, building on our regional leadership in this measure. Combined with our high graduation rate means that when you recommend Carroll College, you are recommending a school where you know your students will achieve even greater success - and they’ll enjoy the experience.

If you have any questions or if we can provide a financial aid workshop, faculty member to speak to a class, or serve your school in any other way, please let me know.

Sincerely, 

Chato Hazebaker, Ed.D
Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing
chazelbaker@carroll.edu

HHS Admissions Counselor:

• Hannah Sylvester
• Carroll College Admission Counselor 
• Eastern Washington, North Idaho, Missoula, Montana & the Bitterroot Valley
• call: 406-447-4382
• text: 509-761-9236
• hsylvester@carroll.edu

Central Washington University:  Excited to join the Wildcat Family? 

Ready to become a Wildcat?

• First Year Admissions
• Transfer Admissions
• Online Admissions Experiences at CWU
• Paying for College
• Admissions COVID-19 Updates
• Admissions Directory
• We are still offering Virtual Campus Tours but will now also offer Virtual Group Visits

Our Scholarship Central application is now open as well. Students are able to fill it out. We do have a hard deadline for the scholarship application, which is March 1^st.

Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 appointment with me

• Alma Castillo, Admission Counselor
• 509-859-1140 (M) 
• alma.castillo@cwu.edu
• cwu.edu/admissions

The College of Idaho

Here are some resources to check out:

• The College of Idaho Virtual Informational Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ibc8wNLvnE&t=4s
• The College of Idaho Virtual Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQjgpW_XWc8
• The College of Idaho Quick Facts Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS7lcM4xDs0&t=3s
• The College of Idaho Student Perspective Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thAOu0jWybc

For students that are okay to travel, we are currently offering on campus (COVID-compliant) tours Monday through Friday. Students can sign up for tours by clicking here. If student would like to be considered for Fly-In Reimbursement (CofI covering part of their travel expenses), they can reach out to me directly.  Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, and I look forward to connecting with you soon!

• Here is a a helpful handout that outlines our application process, as well as scholarship opportunities:  Information Sheet 
• Our PEAK Curriculum shows our major and minor offerings.
• Virtual Presentation PowerPoint Presentation

• Jillian Krulac, Admission Counselor
• Office (208) 459-5049 ** Cell (208) 740-9165 ** jkrulac@collegeofidaho.edu 

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Columbia Basin College:  

CBC Ambassador Application- Now Open!
Do you know a student that would make a good leader on campus?  Students that are eager to learn about CBC and share their college experience with prospective students could be a good fit.  The Student Recruitment team is now accepting applications for Ambassadors for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Click HERE for link to the application form to review criteria for the program, general expectations, and complete the application.

Deadline to apply is April 30th!

ZOOM Opportunities:

Do you have CBC admissions questions?  Come speak to Daron Santo, the CBC Admissions Counselor for HHS.  He will be holding zoom monthly meetings at 10:30 am to answer your questions (except December because of Christmas break).

• November 16th
• January 20^th
• February 17th
• March 15th
• April 19^th
• May 17^th

• Zoom link: https://columbiabasin.zoom.us/j/4776907138
• Meeting ID: 477 690 7138

CBC will be hosting several Admission Application Workshops throughout the school year. Click HERE for a flyer schedule containing all the dates and times. We are also doing drawings for some amazing prizes for those students who attend our workshops!

Daron Santo - dsanto@columbiabasin.edu
College Outreach & Recruitment
509.542.4546 or ext. 2546

Corban University:  Click here for the Fast Facts.

Here are some other great resources we would love students to have access to:

• “You Belong” Video – An overview of life at Corban
• https://vimeo.com/144774485
• Counselor Introduction – Introducing myself, the admissions counselor, and providing contact information should students have any questions or wish to speak with me
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONt05ur-cc8
• Come see us! Register for a virtual OR in person campus visit here:
• https://www.corban.edu/admissions-aid/campus-visit/
• Fill out our FREE application! It only takes 10 minutes
• https://corbanuniversity.formstack.com/forms/populi_application

Let me know if you have any questions, or need anything additional from me!

• Anna Reddington, Admissions Counselor, 503-375-7004 (office)
• Corban University | 5000 Deer Park Dr. SE Salem, OR 97317

DigiPen Institute of Technology: We prepare students for a wide range of careers — doing the kind of work that challenges the mind and excites the imagination. Get started with our in-depth information packet!

REQUEST INFO TO RECEIVE OUR IN-DEPTH INFORMATION PACKET.

We’re well into the fall semester now and we have a packed schedule of online events designed to get you and your students the most important information about DigiPen at this point in their college search.

Eastern Oregon University:  

• Michelle Mudder, Admissions Counselor
• (541) 962-4396
• mudderm@eou.edu

Gather 4 Him Christian College:  Click Here for an infographic on our college. It is a quick pictorial overview of our 2 year accredited college located in Kennewick.

Gonzaga University:  In order to keep students informed, we are offering virtual information sessions, individual meetings with an admission counselor, live virtual tours, student panels and more! Simply visit gonzaga.edu/virtualgonzaga to have your students register.

Brochure:

https://www.gonzaga.edu/-/media/Website/Documents/Admission/Fair-Piece.ashx?la=en&hash=71AF4F16FFF63FA1DC454368EE52315714B25E6C  

Request Information:

https://apply.gonzaga.edu/register/requestinfo  

Contact Information:

https://www.gonzaga.edu/undergraduate-admission/contact/find-your-counselor/yesenia-lazaro

YESENIA LÁZARO  |  Assistant Director, Office of Admission   |  P +1-509-313-6574  |  E lazaro@gonzaga.edu

Grand Canyon University:  Schedule an appointment with me! https://calendly.com/spencermaier  Spencer Maier (602) 639-9562 spencer.maier@gcu.edu

Lewis-Clark State College:  

As we move through spring semester, here are some important dates and reminders:

   * Idaho merit-based/out-of-state scholarship offers need to be accepted by April 15th via WarriorWeb.
   * Award notifications for other LC State scholarships will occur mid to late April.
   * Please encourage your admitted seniors to sign up for a STAR (Student Advising and Registration) session by calling the Advising Center at 208-792-2313 or signing up online.
   * Students should check their LCMail account on a regular basis.  This is LC State's official means of communication, and offices will use it to communicate to students about their records.
   * Housing is still available.  Students can apply and pay the housing deposit online.
   * We are excited to host students and their families in person or virtually.  We also have a preview event, LC Connection, scheduled on Friday, April 23.  
   * Students who are registered for classes can designate a proxy who may access their information within WarriorWeb. 

We are planning for a robust college experience this fall, and we can't wait for your students to join us!

Thank you,


Soo Lee Bruce-Smith
Director of Admissions

 

Can't come to us?  We'll come to you!  Click HERE to find campus tours, residence hall tours, and scheduling virtual meetings!

We're looking forward to hearing from you, answering questions, and gearing up for upcoming semesters.

Thank you,

The LC State Admissions Team
admissions@lcsc.edu
208-792-2378

The application for on-campus housing at Lewis-Clark State College is now open!  Please visit www.lcsc.edu/residence-life to complete the housing application, sign the license agreement, and pay the $200 housing deposit.

Whether students are interested in experiencing traditional dorm life or suite-style living, LC State has excellent housing options:

 * Clark Hall and Talkington Hall: Traditional style halls with shared bedrooms and restrooms down the hallway.

 * Clearwater Hall and College Place: Suite-style halls with four-person suites that are similar to living in an apartment with a shared convenience kitchen (no stove), bathroom, and living room.

For more information about LC State's residence hall options, please visit our website, call 208-792-2053 or email us at reslife@lcsc.edu.

• Kristin Myers, Enrollment Specialist / kmmyers@lcsc.edu 
• 500 8th Avenue / Lewiston, ID 83501
• Office: 208-792-2378 / Text: 208-792-2897

Linfield University

Fall 2021 Admission

We continue to accept applications and award both merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid for fall 2021. 

The Common Application is available for submission until July 31 and we will need the School Report and official transcript. Students who may be looking to transfer from another college or university must also submit those transcript(s). We may be able to waive the required teacher recommendation pending the student's academic record and are not utilizing test scores for admission, scholarship or financial aid. Once the application and all required materials are received, we can often return an admission decision in two weeks or less.

We recognize that cost is a primary factor in the enrollment decision. We'd encourage students to utilize our Net Price Calculator to receive an estimated offer of financial aid.

No Test Scores for 2022

We are extending our policy to not use SAT or ACT scores for consideration of admission, merit-based scholarship or need-based financial aid for 2022 applicants. An application for admission will only require an official transcript, school report (completed by a counselor), and a teacher recommendation from an academic course. A counselor letter of recommendation is optional.

Fall 2021 On-Campus

After a year of successful on-campus learning - with socially distanced in-classroom learning, hybrid courses and online courses - and living, we're looking forward to welcoming students to campus once again this fall. Our COVID-19 response team continues to follow developments in federal, state and local guidance and planning for any necessary adjustments as we prepare for the arrival of new students on August 26.

No decisions have been made regarding testing and vaccine requirements for the 2021-2022 academic year at this time.

Virtual Programs This Spring

Students looking to learn more about Linfield have the following virtual options:

• Information Sessions: Hosted Mondays and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. Pacific and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. These are likely best for juniors, sophomores and other students beginning their college search.
• Individual Appointments: Students who wish to meet with an admission counselor individually can sign up for a Zoom or phone appointment. They can find their admission counselor's schedule on our contact page. If they don't see a time that works for them, they can contact their admission counselor via email or phone to find a better option.
• College Fairs: We are participating in most virtual college fair programs offered by NACAC and the regional ACACs.
• School Visits: If your school is welcoming virtual visits this spring, and would like to schedule one with Linfield, please let us know and we'll be in contact or sign up through the appropriate scheduling program.
• Fall 2021 Travel: We've got our fingers crossed that we'll be able to hit the road this fall and meet you and your students in person at school visits and college fairs. We'll be monitoring the situation with each school, community and state as we continue through the summer to determine how to proceed.

In-Person Campus Visits

Our in-person campus visits are open through August. Each day, we will offer six, one-hour, individual campus tours with a current student or an admission counselor. Prospective students can also meet with athletic coaches. Visits must be requested 48 hours in advance. Full details, and our calendar to register, is available online.

Linn-Benton Community College

I am excited to announce the LBCC Foundation's Spring Scholarship cycle is open! We have a record breaking amount of scholarships available this year offering more than 200 scholarships totalling over $365,000. The awards will be taking place both Spring 2021 and for the 2021-22 academic year. 

2021-22 Scholarship - DUE APRIL 16th @ 11:59 PM

The remaining 56 scholarships will be open and accepting applications until Friday, April 16th at 11:59 PM. The scholarships available will be awarded for the 2021-22 academic year. 

How to Apply:

·  LBCC Scholarship Application

·  Applicants admitted to LBCC for a future term are eligible to apply for scholarships, as long as they get admitted during the period the scholarship cycle is open. 

·  For incoming students not registered for fall classes, they use their personal email for access to the system and to set up an account. 

·  Current students use their student email. 

·  Previous applicants will be required to resubmit their application and update their personal statement and financial information. 

Applications are ONLY accepted during the open scholarship cycle, February 22nd - April 16th. 

• Trista Ochoa
• Student Recruitment Specialist
• Linn-Benton Community College
• 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW | Albany, OR 97321
• Phone: 541-917-4842 
   

Pacific Lutheran University

We are hoping you can share an opportunity with your students who are just beginning their college search (juniors and sophomores) about our virtual event, Lute Life Day, on Wednesday, March 17th! 

We are offering two times so students and families can choose the right one for them based on schedules and time zones. Lute Life Day includes an admission presentation to talk about our application and scholarships, academic breakout sessions to hear more about majors and programs at PLU, a virtual campus tour and an ‘Ask Us anything!’ open panel to get those lingering questions about PLU, or college in general, answered.

• Event: Virtual Lute Life Day
• Hosted by: Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) - Tacoma, WA
• Date: Wednesday, March 17th
• Time: 2:30-5:15pm OR 5:00-7:45pm PST
• Description: PLU’s Virtual Lute Life Day includes an admission presentation to talk about our application and scholarships, academic breakout sessions to explore the majors and programs we offer, a virtual campus tour and an ‘Ask Us anything!’ open panel to get those lingering questions about PLU, or college in general, answered.

RSVP: https://www.plu.edu/admission/visit/#lld

Our application is open on the Common App, it is FREE to apply to PLU.  We have been test-optional for 3 years. We are a rolling admission campus.

• *NEW* School of Nursing Clinical Learning & Simulation Center
• Advanced Credit Policies - AP/IB/Dual Credit
• Digital Brochure: Admission & PLU Information
• Digital Brochure: Explore & Connect
• Spanish Admission Site
• PLU Events
• Visit Options

• Kevin Castellanos
• Admission Counselor
• Pacific Lutheran University
• 253-536-5136fax
• castelka@plu.edu | www.plu.edu

Pacific University Oregon

At Pacific University, the first 400 students to submit their $400 enrollment deposit for fall 2021 will be entered to win 1 of 25 prizes!  Click HERE for more information.

Are you ready to start your college career with Pacific University?

If you have already established your PUNetID, you can deposit online.

1. Sign-in as "Students and Staff" using your PUNetID and Password.
2. Click the Tuition Deposits tab.
3. Select your term: 2021 Fall
4. Select your deposit type: Undergraduate Deposit
5. Click Continue to choose your payment method
6. Click Continue to review, and click Submit Payment.

                     Click HERE to Deposit Today!

Located 25 miles west of Portland in the beautiful city of Forest Grove, Pacific University Oregon offers over 65 amazing academic opportunities to 2000 undergraduate students, who continue to also compete in sports participate in clubs and performing arts at a high level all while receiving a guaranteed 4-year education, with no out of state tuition. Come learn about the Academics, Student Life, Scholarships, Sports and Graduation opportunities at Pacific University Oregon, direct from YOUR Admissions Counselor.

Derek Naegeli ‘10| Associate Director |
Pacific University Admissions| 2043 College Way | Forest Grove, OR 97116
p: 503.352.3180| f: 503.352.2975 | derekn@pacificu.edu

Seattle Pacific University

Virtual Christian College Fairs

Explore the comprehensive, ongoing virtual college booths anytime May 3 – 21, 2021.  

Click here to register

Interact LIVE with reps from each college

• Tuesday, May 4  •  7 to 10 pm (EDT)
• Tuesday, May 11  •  11 am to 2 pm (EDT)
• Thursday, May 13  • 7 to 10 pm (EDT)

360 Tour:  Our new state-of-the-art virtual tour is now live! Virtually walk through the Seattle Pacific campus, enter a classroom, visit the library and dining hall, and soar over the Seattle waterfront. Soon, we will be updating the tour with campus housing information.

SPU Videos:  You can now find all our videos on academics, financial aid, student life, campus tours, student stories, and more! Use the dropdown at the top of the page to search for a specific topic.

We also have Information Sessions specifically for admitted students to go over the next steps in the enrollment process, such as registering for classes, orientation, applying for housing, and understanding their financial aid.

You can find details for these and all our events on our Visits page.

Lastly, don’t forget to check out our High School Counselor Resource page! Here you will easily find information as you help students explore SPU. 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Ineliz Soto-Fuller
Senior Director of Admissions
Undergraduate Admissions
206-281-2021
admissions@spu.edu

P.S., Starting Fall 2021 we are lowering tuition by 25% in an effort to make a nationally ranked, private education accessible to more students. Read about our Tuition Reimagined commiment

Seattle University:

• Visit this link to workshops they will be hosting this fall: https://admissions.seattleu.edu/portal/workshoptafoyam

University of Idaho:  Check out Admissions information, Virtual Tours, and Upcoming Events Here.

• View Book:  https://www.uidaho.edu/viewbook
• Campus Tour: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions/visit-idaho
• Virtual Tour: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions/visit-idaho/virtual-tour
• Scholarships and Financial Aid: https://www.uidaho.edu/financial-aid
• Admissions & Application information: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions

• Schedule a virtual visit with Assoc Director of Admissions: https://futurevandals.uidaho.edu/portal/vandal-visit-matthew-johnson

If you have questions about applications or required materials, please reach out to your Admissions Counselor, or our Processing Office at admissions@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6326.

Virtual Summer Design Days camp is June 24-25 and Registration is Now Open!

This year’s Summer Design Days is a LIVE online workshop series and will take place virtually on June 24-25. Share with all the talented high school students you know so they can start planning a summer to remember — full of hands-on design opportunities with fellow high school students from around the country!

The University of Idaho’s Virtual Summer Design Days camp offers exploration of the following disciplines:

• Architecture
• Art + Design
• Interior Architecture and Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Virtual Technology and Design
• Apparel, Textiles and Design*

Students in grades 9-12 will experience immersive workshops in a virtual university environment while completing hands-on projects in a discipline they choose. In these dynamic workshops, they’ll learn about design, meet our amazing design faculty and explore majors in the topics that interest them.

All supplies will be mailed to them once they register, and the only requirements to participate are a strong internet connection and a computer with Zoom capabilities.

Washington State University: 

Our fall 2021 application is LIVE! Please encourage students to submit their application as soon as they can -- the quicker they submit their app, the quicker they will hear back from WSU about their admission. Students with specific questions are welcome to contact me to schedule a video or phone 1:1 appointment.

WSU offers all eligible National Merit Scholarship semifinalists a full tuition award for up to four years. To receive the award at WSU Pullman National Merit semifinalist students must complete the following:

• Apply to WSU by January 31^st, 2021
• Designate Washington State University as their first choice with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by June 1^st, 2021
• Enroll at WSU in the fall semester immediately following high school graduation

Students can become eligible for more awards and financial resources by filling out the WSU General Scholarship Application and FAFSA by January 31^st, 2021.
 

• JR Gomez, Assistant Director, Office of Recruitment
• (509) 553-5530
• ggomez@wsu.edu

Washington State University, Tri-Cities: Click Here for more information regarding virtual workshops, resources, and the 2021 Application.

• WSU Tri-Cities Admissions Presentation: https://youtu.be/_YAyzItkHVM
• WSU Tri-Cities Resource Page: https://tricities.wsu.edu/admissions/
• CHAT LIVE via Zoom (M-F, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT)

WSU Tri-Cities admissions application
Priority deadline: Jan. 31  tricities.wsu.edu/apply

WSU Tri-Cities scholarship application
Deadline: Jan. 31   tricities.wsu.edu/finaid/scholarships

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Deadline: Jan. 31  studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA)
(this state financial aid application is for DREAMers)
Deadline: Jan. 31  readysetgrad.wa.gov/wasfa-washington-application-state-financial-aid

Please reach out to me if you have any questions.

• Jason Yi, Assistant Director of Admissions
• jason.yi@wsu.edu  |  Office: 509-372-7221 | Mobile/Text: 509-940-0026

Western Washington University: 

Julia Ide | Admissions Counselor, Office of Admissions
Western Washington University
516 High Street, Bellingham WA 98225 | 9009
julia.ide@wwu.edu | 360-650-2345

Whitworth University:  

I’m looking forward to assisting your students interested in higher education and providing them as much information as possible about the opportunities available.

As financial aid season approaches, our team is offering multiple webinars to help students/families prepare for and understand the financial aid process. With 33 years of financial aid experience, our Assistant VP of Student Financial Services will share her tips and insights about filing the FAFSA and pursuing financial aid resources that can help students and families at any college they plan to attend!

Visit apply.whitworth.edu/portal/virtualvisit for a complete list of our upcoming webinars. Additional topics include live campus tours, admitted student info sessions, application tips and more!

As a reminder, incoming fall 2021 students who participate in two Whitworth virtual visit programs during 2020-21 are eligible to receive a one-time, $1,000 Visit Scholarship to cover tuition. Click here for more details. 

Please let me know if you have any questions! Have a great day. 

• Raul Sanchez, Assistant Director of Admissions
• 509.777.4729 / raulsanchez@whitworth.edu

Willamette University:  

REQUEST INFO | PROGRAMS

Office of Admission, Willamette University
900 State Street, Salem, Oregon 97301 | 503-370-6303 | bearcat@willamette.edu