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WCU and Vance-Granville CC sign memorandum of understanding for guaranteed admission
February 10Over 300 miles separate Western Carolina University and Vance-Granville Community College — but the two schools are now much closer than the distance that separates them.
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WCU expands Catamount Commitment to include transfer students
February 7Western Carolina University is expanding its Catamount Commitment program with a new initiative to support transfer students from North Carolina Community Colleges.
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WCU sees high retention rate, notable increase in enrollment for spring 2025
February 7WCU experienced a notable increase in total enrollment from spring 2024 to spring 2025, with a 1.73% increase and a 2.39% increase in undergraduate students. The university also saw a 2.23% retention rate increase for fall 2024 to spring 2025 with a 92.14% retention rate reported.
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WCU launches a new guarantee for transfer students
January 28Western Carolina University has partnered with Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and is pleased to announce an exciting new opportunity. The Western Phi Theta Kappa Guarantee recognizes and rewards PTK members for their community or junior college achievements.
