2007 -08

This catalog offers information about the academic programs and support services of the college. 

This catalog was as accurate as possible at the time of publication, but the information may not remain current for all of the academic year. Circumstances may prompt changes in courses, course content, credit, fees, regulations, semester calendar, curriculum, degree programs offered, and other college matters. Such changes authorized by the college apply to both prospective students and to those previously enrolled, unless the latter are specifically exempted. Electronic revisions during the academic year will be updated as appropriate. For information, write Western Oklahoma State College, 2801 North Main, Altus, OK 73521, or call (580) 477-2000. Western Oklahoma State College is available via the Internet at www.wosc.edu.

Affirmative Action Compliance
Western Oklahoma State College, in compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.

Cost Statement
This publication was printed electronically by Western Oklahoma State College at no external cost to the taxpayers of Oklahoma.

Policies and Procedures
This catalog shall be used for informational purposes only and is not to be considered a contract. Policies and procedures are subject to change without notification.

Offices and services
Mission and purpose
Philosophy, vision, Student Academic Achievement
Historical Background and Location
Campus and Buildings
WOSC Foundation, Inc.
WOSC Alumni Association
Executive Council
WOSC Board of Regents
State Board of Regents

ASSESSMENT AND ADMISSION
Admission/Enrollment (first-time students)
ACT testing, extra institutional credit
CLEP test, Advanced Placement (AP)
Evaluation of military service
Community College of the Air Force
Institutional assessment program
Admission clinic, Admission Policy
High school curricular requirements
Types of admission
High school admission
Concurrent enrollment
International student admission
Concurrent Admissions Program (CAP)
Transferring from a state institution
Transfer probation
Transferring from out of state
Admission to nursing program
Admission to radiologic technology
Curricular proficiencies policy
Curricular deficiencies policy
Developmental course policy
Tutoring

FINANCIAL MATTERS

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
Faculty advisement
Counseling and guidance
Academic tutoring
Student clubs and organizations
Learning Resources Center
Food services
Student store
Student center
Student identification
Residential facility
Upward Bound program
WINDS program
Workforce Oklahoma

ACADEMICS
Academic Printable Text
Academic calendar
Degree programs
Degrees Offered/Checksheets
Certificate programs
Earning an additional degree
Continuing education
Service members Opportunity College
Transfer program
Cooperative agreements
Enrollment, change in enrollment
Course load
Classification
Withdrawal
Waivers and course substitutions
Auditing, attendance policy
Test make-up policy, grading policy
Grading scale
Awarding of credits
Academic honors
Incomplete grades
Academic forgiveness
Grade corrections and changes
Academic appeal
Retention standards
Residency requirements
Final degree or certificate review
Application for degree

DEGREE PLANS

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
List of Humanities and LAS Courses
Course Numbering System
Alphabetical list of courses

PERSONNEL
List of personnel
List of emeriti

STUDENT’S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Americans with disabilities
Motor vehicle regulations
Access to student records
Status as resident of Oklahoma
Records management practices
Computer/network/lab use policies
Student disciplinary regulations
Drug-free schools
English proficiency of faculty
Returned check policy
Student Store textbook refunds
Student Store book buy-back policy
Complaints

ACCREDITATIONS/AFFILIATIONS
List of