General Questions:
Q: How many students are enrolled at Wiley College?
A:  1237 (Fall 2009)

Q: What is Wiley College’s student/professor ratio?
A:  The overall student to professor ratio is 16:1.

Q: How do I request a campus tour?
A:  The preferred method to request a campus tour is to make a tour reservation by contacting the Unit of Admissions at 800-658-6889.

Q: Do you have special visitation days?
A:  The Unit of Admissions and Recruitment host two special visitations on Saturdays:  High School Day in the Fall and Open House in the Spring.  For additional details, please contact the unit by phone at 1-800-658-6889 or email at admissions@wileyc.edu 

Q: Is the College open on Saturdays?
A:  Usually, administrative and academic offices are closed on Saturdays. However, if you would like to schedule a campus tour on a specific Saturday, The Unit of Admissions and Recruitment would be happy to accommodate your request.

Admissions Questions:

Q: When are the deadlines for applying for admission?
A:  Wiley College is an open admissions institution. The Unit of Admissions and Recruitment accepts applications up until the first week of each semester.

Q: Where is Wiley College located?
A:  The campus is located on 63 acres of land in Marshall, Texas.  The Shreveport Regional Airport is located in Shreveport, LA, just thirty minutes away from the College. 

Q: Is Wiley College public or private?
A:  Wiley College is a private institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church and the United Negro College Fund. It is a historically black, primarily liberal arts, residential, co-educational and undergraduate institution established in 1873.


Q: What degrees and programs does Wiley College offer?
A:   Wiley College offers a variety of majors to fit the needs of our students under four academic divisions: Division of Social Sciences & Humanities, Division of Science, Division of Business and Technology and the Division of Education.  Within these divisions, there are 19 majors, 9 concentrations, and 15 minors.
Q: What is the application fee and how do I pay?
A:   The application fee may be paid by submitting it online at phone by calling the Business Office at 903-927-3207 or by money order to:

Wiley College
Unit of Admissions and Recruitment
711 Wiley Ave
Marshall, TX 75670

Make sure you include your social security number with your payment or call the unit of admissions to be assigned an ID number at 1-800-658-6889.

Q: When is registration? How do I register?
A:  Before you may register for classes, you must have been admitted to the College, have satisfied College testing requirements, and have met with an academic advisor in the department of your major. The courses offered and registration times for each semester are printed in the Course Schedule, published and circulated by the Registrar’s Office prior to class registration. The Registrar's Office is located in the Enrollment Services Building, or call (800) 658-6889.
ALL OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS, IMMUNIZATION, FINANCIAL AID DOCUMENTATION AND HOUSING DEPOSITS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO CHECK IN AND REGISTRATION

Registration dates for New Students:
Fall 2010: August 30
Spring 2011: January 10

Q: When do classes start?
A:   Academic Year 2010-2011
Fall 2010: September 1
Spring 2011: January 10

Q: How long does it take to process an application?
A:  From the time that the application is completed, processing may take up to 14 days. The time it takes to process an application can vary depending upon how much time there is before the next semester starts.

Q: What is the status of my application?
A:  When you submit an application, you are notified within seven days that we have received your application. After your application has been received and reviewed, we will notify you by letter or phone of any missing requirements. After your admission file is complete, you will receive a letter informing you of your status.

Q: Do you need an official transcript or can I send a copy?
A:  Our office will need a current official transcript from every institution attended. You should have your school send it by mail to the:
Unit of Admissions, 711 Wiley Ave, Marshall, TX 75670
Or you may bring it to the Admissions Office in the Enrollment Services building.

Q: Do I need to submit my SAT/ACT scores for freshman admission?
A:  Your admission is based primarily on your completion of high school. Currently, there are no minimum SAT/ACT scores required for admission. However, if you would like to be considered for scholarships you will need to submit SAT/ACT test scores.

Q: How many courses or hours will transfer from a community college?
A:   It is the College’s policy to accept course credit earned at institutions fully accredited by their regional accrediting association. Credit will be accepted for individual courses for which a grade of C or better was earned. Courses must be college level and not remedial or developmental.

Q: When will I know which credits will transfer?
A:  Once you have submitted your official transcript(s), an evaluation of your coursework will be conducted.

Q: If I am a former student, do I need to fill out another application?
A:  If you have been out of Wiley College for one calendar year, you will need to submit another application and a $25.00 application fee.  

Q: Is there someone I can talk to about what I need for admission to Wiley College?
A:  Yes, Wiley College Admissions Counselors are available daily from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Enrollment Services building. You may also contact the unit by phone at 1-800-658-6889 or email at admissions@wileyc.edu  

International Questions

Q: How do I get an I-20?
A:  You must apply to the College and fulfill all admission requirements.  When you are admitted, an I-20 is issued.

Q: How long does the international admission process take?
A:  Once all required documents and tuition payments for the academic year are submitted, approximately 2 to 4 weeks are required to complete the admission process.

Q: Is there an application fee?
A:  Yes; the application fee for international students is $50.00.

Q: How high do I have to score on the TOEFL to be accepted to Wiley College?
A:  The TOEFL test is required of all international student applicants from non-native English speaking countries. If English is not taught or spoken as the official language, the student will be expected to present test results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum acceptable score of 500.

Q: What are the SAT score requirements?
A:  Currently there are no minimum SAT/ACT scores required for admission. However, if you would like to be considered for scholarships you will need to submit SAT/ACT test scores.

Q: What type of financial documentation do I need to provide?
A:  Wiley College requires a deposit of one year’s tuition, room and board and fees (if not on institutional scholarship), which include a non-refundable $50.00 application fee and a $55.00 housing application fee for on-campus housing.