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Enroll in the College Express Program
Western Carolina University is pleased to provide rising high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to participate in a new summer program designed to help advance your college education, explore courses that may open new learning fields of interest and experience college life. Freshman level courses in a wide range of disciplines are open to rising juniors and seniors. These courses are offered in two sessions, one in June, the other July. You may attend one or both.
Please download the application package including recommendation and parental permission forms and information on tuition, room and board charges and schedule of course offerings. Each session begins with an orientation the Sunday before the start of classes. Resident students will have access to a number of activities and programs designed to foster the social, cultural, athletic and learning aspects of the college experience.
We hope that you will consider “Summer in Cullowhee” your destination for a unique learning experience as either a resident or commuter student.
Should you have any questions about the program please contact us at 828-227-7397 or 800-928-4968.