Frequently Asked Questions

Not a Western Student? Registration is easy….

Complete the Non-Matric Student Registration Form. A WCSU Banner ID Number will be generated with your application.
Submit a copy of your transcript from your current or previous college or university. This copy can be unofficial but must include the school name and your first and last name. This allows for prerequisite verification.
The registration form and transcript(s) can be faxed (203.837.9049) or scanned and emailed to requestregistrar@wcsu.edu. Email is preferred for more efficient communication.
If you are sending someone to the office to register on your behalf, please send us an email beforehand (requestregistrar@wcsu.edu) stating that you authorize this, and include your name and their name. They will be asked to show photo ID.
Taking an Online class? After you are officially registered, you will need to set-up your technology accounts in order to access Blackboard. You can do this by calling the Computer Center at 203.837.9232. Additional information on Blackboard can be found here: https://www.wcsu.edu/iti/elearning/
Payment – Summer tuition bills are due upon registration and you can find additional payment information here: https://www.wcsu.edu/cashiers/payment-deadlines/
WCSU Transcripts – Need to transfer credit to another college or university – Transcript information can be found here: https://www.wcsu.edu/registrar/forms/transcript/

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve never been to college. What if I’m not sure what degree program I want?
The answer may be to take some basic courses that look interesting to you before committing to a major.

How do I know if the college I regularly attend will accept the credits I earn at WestConn during the summer?
A call to the registrar where you are matriculated should answer this; however, the great majority of colleges and universities will accept these credits.

Is financial aid available for summer sessions?
Financial aid may be available. For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office

How will I know if the course(s) I am registered for is (are) going to run?

If your class has an enrollment of less than 10 students it will be in danger of being cancelled. You will be notified of cancellation approximately a week before the class begins. In the event your course is cancelled, you will be contacted by the department that was to run the course (provided you have given us your most current phone number). In addition, the course will show on open/close with CANCELLED listed in the title.

If I am a high school student, do I need to do anything special to take a summer course?

You will need to complete and submit the Non-matriculated Registration form. You also will need to get permission from the Director of Admissions to take the course. Email your request to RequestAdmissions@wcsu.edu. Be sure to include the course name, number, CRN, and number of credits.