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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ Hosts "Apply On the Spot" Event for Local High School Students
December 3, 2024
MACOMB, IL – On November 15, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ met with students from Macomb High School and Bushnell Prairie City High School for a special "Apply On the Spot" event. This initiative allowed students to complete their applications for admission and receive immediate decisions, streamlining the process of becoming a Leatherneck.
Students also learned about early college credit opportunities during the event through °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼'s dual enrollment program. °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ offers a significant advantage to eligible students by making early college courses affordable, with an automatic scholarship covering two-thirds of the tuition. These courses, including general education classes, give students a head start on their college education at a reduced cost.
°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ remains committed to supporting students through individualized guidance during the application process and beyond. Events like these reflect the University’s dedication to connecting with local high school students and providing opportunities to succeed academically.
For more information about °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ admissions or early college credit opportunities, contact the Office of Admissions at (309) 298-3157 or email admissions@wiu.edu.
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