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The Catamount Commitment

A Promise to Make College More Affordable for Every Catamount

At Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ, we believe every student deserves the chance to earn a high-quality education without being held back by cost.

The Catamount Commitment is our pledge to help make that possible — providing meaningful financial support to help you focus on your future, not your finances. Eligible first-year students receive $1,000–$3,000 annually, based on eligibility and student status. Qualifying transfer students receive $500 per semester (up to $1,000 for the academic year), depending on enrollment.

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What It Is


The Catamount Commitment is a financial aid program designed to make earning your degree at Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµmore affordable. It’s our way of investing in you — your goals, your education, and your path forward. Qualified students receive financial support that can be combined with other scholarships or aid — helping lower the total cost of attendance and ensuring Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµremains one of the best values in higher education.

Who Is Eligible?

 

The Catamount Commitment supports full-time students earning their first undergraduate degree at WCU. Eligibility depends on your student type.

First-Year Students

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You may qualify if you're:

  • 1. Starting college for the first time
  • 2. Coming from high school or Early College
  • 3. Enrolling as a first-year student
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*(Available to both in-state and out-of-state students.) 

 

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*Out of State award is ONLY guaranteed for WCU's Class of 2026. Check back for Class of 2027 availability.

Transfer Students

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You may qualify if you’re:

  • 1. A graduate of a North Carolina Community College
  • 2. Completing an associate’s degree
  • 3. Transferring directly to Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµwithin one year
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(Transfer eligibility applies only to NCCC graduates.)

 

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