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Weber State University - Ogden

3750 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84408

Website: Weber State University - Ogden

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Weber State University - Ogden School Description

Weber State University prides itself in its quality teaching, itscommitment to meeting the needs of students at every stage of life andits ongoing service to the community.

WSU offers more than 200 certificateand degree programs—the largest and most comprehensiveundergraduate offering in the state. The university also offers eightgraduate degrees.

Online courses, distance learning, independentstudy and evening classes are offered at times and places to meet thecomplex needs of students balancing family and work responsibilities.An Early College program allows high school students to enter collegeearly and take WSU classes for credit.

No matter what your educational goals are, we can help make them happen at WSU.

The university provides excellent educational experiences for its students through extensive personal contact among faculty, staff and students in and out of the classroom. To accomplish its mission, the university, in partnership with the broader community, engages in research, artistic expression, public service, economic development, and community-based learning experiences in an environment that encourages freedom of expression while valuing diversity.

Our beautiful main campus is located in Ogden, Utah, 30 miles north of Salt Lake City. A second campus, WSU-Davis is located in Layton, Utah.

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Weber State University - Ogden

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Weber State University is a public university located in the city of Ogden in Weber County, Utah, USA.

It was founded in 1889 and is a coeducational, publicly supported university offering professional, liberal arts and technical certificates, as well as associate, bachelor's and master's degrees. The university prides itself in its excellent teaching, extraordinary commitment to meeting the needs of students at every stage of life and ongoing service to the community. It offers the largest and most comprehensive undergraduate program of any university in the state of Utah.

Weber State University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Programs throughout the university are accredited as well.

History

Weber State University was founded by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as the Weber Stake Academy in 1889; like Weber County and the Weber River, the school was named after John Henry Weber, an early fur trader.

The university first opened its doors for students on 7 January 1889 when ninety-eight students enrolled for classes. The first principal of Weber Stake Academy was Louis F. Moench. He served from 1889-1892 and again from 1894-1902. In the latter year Moench was succeeded as principal by David O. McKay who served in that position until 1908. From 1914-1917 James L. Barker was the principal of the Weber Stake Academy.

In the early 20th century, the school underwent multiple name changes: Weber Stake Academy from its founding in 1889 to 1897, Weber Academy in 1902, Weber Normal college in 1918, Weber College in 1922, Weber College 1933 when the LDS Church transferred the institution to the State of Utah. In 1951 the college moved from its downtown location in Ogden to a spacious and scenic area in the southeast bench area of the city. The school became Weber State College in 1962 and on January 1, 1991, finally gained university status, obtaining its current name.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Rockies
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Wildcats

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
17,738
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
74%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 11,134
Students Receiving Aid:
62%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 45
Selectivity:
Open Admissions
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Weber State University - Ogden Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Weber State University - Ogden Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 74%
Part-Time 26%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 62%
Other 33%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
African-American 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 98%
Out-of-State 2%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Utah 98%
Washington 0%
Florida 0%
California 0%
Arizona 0%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 5%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Big Sky Conference)
Basketball (Big Sky Conference)
Track (Big Sky Conference)

Weber State University - Ogden Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 3,664 $ 11,134  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 2,988 $ 10,459  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 675 $ 675  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,330 24%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,125 1%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 2,261 39%  
Student Loans:
 $ 2,590 21%  
Any Aid:
   62%  

Weber State University - Ogden Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 100% (Open Admissions)

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 45.00

College Advice on Weber State University - Ogden

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queen1986
queen1986

Question: Weber State University...?

Anyone go to Weber State University in Utah? What can you tell me about the social life there and University Village housing? Thanks!
10 months ago
amiboo
amiboo

Best Answer

I actually work up there. Weird huh?! Anyway, social life is pretty tame I think. If you're looking for a party school WSU probably isn't it but we have student workers in our office and they stay pretty busy. One of my nieces transferred there because she was looking for a school where students were a bit more serious about their education and weren't partying all the time. However, those that want a party can find one. I certainly didn't have any trouble finding one when I was young and wild. I imagine you can guess that Mormons are the predominate religion but Ogden also has a high percentage of Catholics and there are several small Baptist churches around. I think that generally people are accepting of others regardless of race, religion, etc. There are buttheads but then you find those everywhere you go. Univ Village is really pretty nice. It's not very old so its in good shape. It's a few blocks from campus but there are shuttle busses and city busses. I don't have any idea how much it is cause I don't really work with it but I'm sure I could find out. If you go to this site http://departments.weber.edu/ce/conferences/ISTE2009/UVFloorPlan.asp you'll see a floor plan and if you click on the purple dots it'll show a pic of the actual apartment. Most of the students I know actually live in other apartments in the area. Feel free to email me if you have other questions. I've lived here my whole life and I really love it here. The mountains are just awesome and beautiful! Southern Utah is amazing too. Vegas is only about 7 hrs away so it's fun for a weekend trip. Salt Lake has a lot of great concerts and things like that and it's only about 30min to an hour away depending on where you're going. It's a relatively safe place to live which is nice too. Bad things happen, they do everywhere but it's a lot safer than a lot of places are these days. http://www.ogdencvb.org/index.php
queen1986
queen1986

Question: Do students party at Weber State University?

Im going there in the fall. I want an environment where I can learn but I also want to party!
10 months ago
Aj
Aj

Best Answer

Students party at every school no matter how tight it's restrictions may be!
Caysie
Caysie

Question: I go to Weber State University in Utah..when is the best time to sell books back to the book store?

Like, when will they buy them back for the most money?
11 months ago
killerraccoon81
kille...

Best Answer

I always found that selling books right at the beginning or end of the semester helps. You may also try checking the classes that you bought them for and offering to sell your last semester's books for less than the bookstore is charging to the new students. Many times the only changes in the newest editions are just a few words and different page numbers. Good Luck.
Hockeplayer13
Hockepl...

Question: Have you heard of Weber State University?

i know its in utah and is an open admissions college....would you recommend going there? do you know anything about it? any information would be greatly appreciated!!
12 months ago
freedoma586
freed...

Best Answer

I have heard of it in fact i went to Weber State. It is located in Ogden Utah. It is a great school they have smaller class sizes. The professors are there and are willing to spend the time and help you out. Some of the programs are the best in the state. Need any information feel free to contact me.
gododjgjodjod
gododjg...

Question: How many total credits does "WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY" in Utah, require to graduate?? thanks?

30 months ago
jbetzzall
jbetz...

Best Answer

This appears to vary by degree and program. For example, the program BS in Chemistry with Teaching certificate requires 120 credits hours, while an Associate of Applied Science as a Chemical Technician requires 63. To determine specific requirements, go to WSU's catalog index at http://documents.weber.edu/catalog/current/pdf%20files/~391-396-PROGRAMS.pdf which will give you the page number for each program. Then link to that page of the catalog from this page: http://documents.weber.edu/catalog/current/pdflinks.htm and scroll through until you see the program that interests you. For more information you might contact the University's Recruitment office: Student Recruitment and Orientation 1103 University Circle Ogden, Utah 84408-1103 (801) 626-6050 recruit1@weber.edu Best of luck! Jonathan Betz-Zall Reference Librarian Highline Community College Des Moines, WA 98198 (I started my library career at Weber State in 1975!)
The Catholic Mormon
The Cat...

Question: Which of the following school in Utah is better? Utah Valley State College or Weber State University?

I was interested in majoring in math and education, so I was particularly interested in those majors.
49 months ago
freedoma586
freed...

Best Answer

I would pick Weber State. Weber States education program is one of the bests in the state.

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    Weber State Wildcats logo [source]
  • Weber State Campus
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  • The Stewart Bell Tower is the most identifiable landmark of the Weber State campus. Built in 1972, the centrally located clock helps students keep track of time by chiming to announce the hour.
    The Stewart Bell Tower is the most identifiable landmark of the Weber State campus. Built in 1972, the centrally located clock helps students keep track of time by chiming to announce the hour. [source]
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  • Stewart Stadium
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  • Dee Events Center
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