The Western Colorado University Enrollment & Student Success department encompasses the enrollment functions of Admissions, Financial Aid, Marketing Communications, as well as the student success functions of Student Health & Wellness, Career Services, Residence Life, Multicultural Center, Orientation, Campus Security, Campus Recreation, and Peer Mentoring. With a strong focus on student recruitment and retention, the Enrollment & Student Success department works to provide the campus community with resources to thrive, while sharing the Western Story and the wonders of Western Colorado University with audiences near and far.
Admissions & Recruitment

Admissions
The Admissions team help students gain admittance into Western’s undergraduate and graduate programs through a holistic application process. Whether students have a general inquiry or are ready to submit their application, Admissions is here to answer questions and provide guidance every step the way.
Scholarships
Alumni Association Future Alumni Scholarship
The Alumni Association Scholarship is a one-time scholarship of $1,000 and is applicable for the student’s junior or senior year at Western.
Any child or grandchild of an alumni is eligible to receive the Future Alumni Scholarship.
- This is a one-time non-renewable scholarship of $1,000.
- Only one Future Alumni Scholarship will be awarded per academic year.
- GPA must be 3.2 or above (college).
Due date has been extended to April 1 for 2023. An Alumni selection committee, appointed by the Alumni Advisory Council, will review applicants and select awardee by June 1.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
The Alumni Legacy Scholarship is a one-time non-renewable scholarship and is only applicable for the student’s first year at Western (incoming freshman or new transfer students are eligible).
Do you have a son or daughter looking at college? Have they considered attending Western? As an alumni, your son, daughter and/or grandchildren are eligible for certain benefits distributed through this scholarship, as follows:
- This is a one-time scholarship of $1,000.
- Nominee must be an incoming first-year student or new transfer.
- The cost of orientation is reduced by half (a $45 value).
- The admission application fee is waived (a $30 value).
- GPA must be 2.5 or above (high school or college of transfer).
The applicant must fill out the application form found below. Application forms are accepted year-round. If the applicant meets the GPA guidelines, the scholarship will be awarded.
Mountaineer Alumni Recommendation Scholarship
The Mountaineer Alumni Recommendation Scholarship is a one-time non-renewable scholarship and is only applicable for the student’s first year at Western. This scholarship is not available to midyear transfers or students beginning in the spring semester.
Are you an alumni or employee of Western and know a prospective (or incoming) student who would be a great fit at Western? A recommendation from alumni and employees can support any new student and provide them a $500 scholarship their first year. (Western employees may not recommend a spouse or dependent receiving tuition benefits).
- Any Western alumni/employee may nominate only one student per academic year to receive the $500 scholarship (distributed $250 per semester).
- The scholarship is good for the first year only and is non-renewable.
- The recommended student must be a full-time undergraduate student, attending Western for the first time.
The applicant must fill out the application form found here. The nominating alumni/employee must fill out the application form and submit the required documents by June 1. The recommended student must meet university admissions acceptance standards and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The Presidential Promise is guaranteed to students who have received a scholarship through the Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) and/or GearUp—and are eligible for a Pell Grant.
For students who meet these criteria, Western will cover the cost of tuition and fees through the combination of federal, state and institutional aid. For more information on the Presidential Promise, visit our scholarships page.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) or Central Plains (CP) tuition represents a substantial savings relative to normal, out-of-state tuition. Students eligible for the WUE or CP program will be charged 150% of Western’s total in-state tuition. For 2018-19, total in-state tuition was $8,934. WUE/CP tuition was $13,401. The WUE/CP discount is valued at $4,695.
For more information about the WUE and CP geography-based programs, visit Western’s Tuition Discount Programs Page.
Immediately upon acceptance at Western, every student is considered for a merit scholarship worth between $2,500-$4,500 per year for in-state students and $8,000-$10,000 for out-of-state students. The amount is based on the student’s GPA and ACT/SAT scores. Visit our Net Price Calculator at western.edu/cost to determine whether you qualify for a merit scholarship.
For more information about merit scholarships at Western, visit our scholarships page.
Financial Aid

Financial Aid
Financial Aid supports students in learning about financing their education through scholarships, loans, work study opportunities, grants and more. Navigating finances can seem overwhelming, but the knowledgeable and helpful Financial Aid staff assist students in creating a payment plan that fits their needs and allows them to invest in their futures through a Western education.
Marketing Communications

Marketing Communications
The Marketing Communications Department shares the Western story while functioning as a clearinghouse for university communications. For current students, faculty and staff, print and digital marketing projects as well as event promotion. For former students, share stories in The Westerner alumni magazine. For the media, furnish press releases respond to inquiries orchestrate a wide variety of print and digital marketing materials and campaigns.
Student Affairs

Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs advocate for students and create a welcoming and inclusive campus environment where all voices are heard and respected. In addition to providing academic support and guidance, Student Affairs promotes social and emotional wellness initiatives to help students grow and thrive during their undergraduate experience.
Department Information
Enrollment & Student Success
Contact Information
Campus Location
Taylor Hall L2