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William Penn UniversityA Tradition of Leadership

Named for the 17th-century Quaker statesman, William Penn University (WPU) is one of Iowa’s most established and respected institutions of higher education. Since its founding in 1873, WPU has remained true to its Quaker principles of simplicity, community and equality. We are committed to providing each student a liberal arts education with a focus on leadership.

William Penn University comprises two colleges: the College of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies(CASPS) which serves traditional students (18-22 years old); and the College for Working Adults (CWA) established in 1995 to serve the unique educational needs of adult students.

CWA offers accelerated courses designed specifically for busy adults with work and family obligations, who prefer the convenience of fewer meeting times, and the opportunity to network with their peers in a professional, caring environment. Adult students can attend classes at the residential university campus in Oskaloosa, at the primary CWA site in Clive, at the learning center in Ankeny, or online.

William Penn’s College for Working Adults is accredited by the Higher Learning Commissionof the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools:

30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400Chicago, IL 60602-2504800.621.7400 or 312.263.0456Fax: 312.263.7462

William Penn University’s mission is to provide all students an educational opportunity that embraces Quaker principles of simplicity, peace-making, integrity, community and equality.We encourage our graduates to become world citizens who pursue career paths focused on ethical leadership, service, technology, and lifelong learning.

WelcomeWelcome

Campus and Site LocationsAnkeny Clive Oskaloosa Online

1.800.4WM.PENN William Penn University CWA1275 NW 128th Street, Suite 200

Clive, Iowa, 50325

College for Working AdultsYour Path to Success

ADULT LEARNERSWilliam Penn recognizes the need for alternatives to a traditional classroom setting. Adult learners have work, family and other daily obligations that compete for their valuable time. In addition, adult learners also bring a vast amount of knowledge and work experience to the table. CWA has designed its curriculum to support this learner of the new millennium, accommodating the need for convenience while offering a forum for professional networking opportunities. It is precisely this blend of flexibility, instruction and interaction that makes CWA an optimal format for working adults to advance their careers.

SIMPLE REGISTRATIONCWA begins with convenience. After you have mapped out a plan for degree completion with your academic advisor, you register for your entire program - once. You are then effectively pre-registered for all courses until you graduate. No need to sign up for classes again and again. Most adult learners find this system to be of exceptional convenience.

USER-FRIENDLY FORMATWith a constant focus on convenience for the adult learner, CWA courses are delivered back-to-back, not by semester, which keeps your degree program progressing continually, allowing you to maintain focus and routine. Classes meet one evening per week, most lasting only five weeks (undergraduate program) or six weeks (graduate program), with convenient on-site and online courses available. Enrollment is frequent and year-round, so you can begin a program when it’s right for you.

SMALL CLASS SIZECWA’s low student-to-faculty ratio is more than just a number. At approximately 15 students per class - an ideal size for learning and interaction - you will receive optimal personal attention from faculty and fellow students. The curriculum emphasizes leadership, writing, speaking and critical thinking, which are the skills employers look for in potential job candidates. These skills are all more quickly attainable in smaller classes.

LEARNING TEAMSAn integral part of the CWA educational model is learning teams. Each learning team is composed of three to five students who meet weekly outside of class, either face-to-face or online, and function as project teams that become efficient problem-solvers through the shared expertise of their peers. This team-based format not only acts as a catalyst for learning and social support, but also as a built-in network of professional contacts. CWA is committed to the learning team approach because it reinforces the skills that employers consistently request: the ability of employees to function in teams as a necessity in the workplace.

PROFESSIONAL FACULTYCWA’s faculty members are practitioners in their respective fields, providing a practical approach to academic concepts. Students benefit from a balance of theoretical background and interactive learning activities such as discussions, simulations, case analysis, as well as individual and team projects. In addition to bringing years of expertise and real-world experience to the classroom, the faculty also serves as mentors and consultants guiding students to more successful outcomes in their career endeavors.

Associate of Arts in Leadership StudiesBachelor of Arts with Majors in:

Business Management

Criminal Justice

Human Resource Management

Master of Business Leadership

The undergraduate program in the College for Working Adults (CWA) has three possible entry pointsdesigned to accommodate the varying needs of adult students.

The first entry point has been established for students who have previously not completed college credits or who have not fulfilled the Leadership Core required for all CWA students.

The next entry point allows students to fulfill any missing elective hours that may be required before entering the Business or Criminal Justice core.

The third entry point begins with the Business or Criminal Justice core when all appropriate courses have been met to join the specific degree program.

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES TO BEING A CWA STUDENT AND ALUMNUS?

1. Support System2. Career Services3. Tutoring Assistance4. Graduation Celebrations5. Expertise to LEAD (Lifelong Learning, Ethics & Quaker Values, Application, Design)

CWA Degree Options

Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts in Leadership Studies (AALS) program is designed to teach students the funda-mentals of problem solving, business theory, leadership, and ethics. Designed to provide an effective balance of theory and practical experiences, the program promotes a complementary relationship between job skills and classroom applications. Skill development in the areas of decision-making, busi-ness communications, and quantitative analysis is emphasized. This leadership program includes gen-eral education and elective credits required to fulfill the 64 semester credits requirement for the AALS degree. Most courses involve five 4-hour class meetings.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Diploma or GED2. Completed application and payment fee3. 2.0 from previous college or high school credit4. All transcripts from regionally accredited institutions. Credits may also be obtained from the following: A. Through WPU B. CLEP or DANTES C. Non-collegiate military, professional, or certificate courses, and military experience as evaluated for credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) guide

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. A total of 64 semester hours of credit is required for graduation2. 2.0 GPA3. Payment of all tuition and fees, including the $100 graduation fee4. If a student does not bring in enough credits to meet the 64 credit hours, students will work with their advisor to schedule electives in order to reach the necessary 64 credits.

5. Two years of full-time work experience6. Students whose native language is not English must have a score of 173 (computer based) or more, or 500 (paper-based) or more on the TOEFL. (Some exceptions apply.) Your Program Representative can explain this further.

in Leadership Studies

Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor (BA) program is designed to enable students to lead and work in today’s complex workenvironment. The programs include, but are not limited to, courses in strategy, research, statistics, ethics, critical thinking and leadership. Designed to provide an effective balance of theory and practical experiences, the programs promote a complementary relationship between job skills and classroom applications.

Skill development in the areas of decision-making, communications, and quantitative analysis is em-phasized. The degree includes general education and elective credits required to fulfill the 124 semester credit requirement for a BA degree from William Penn University’s College for Working Adults. Most courses involve five 4-hour class meetings.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Transcripts will be evaluated by the Registrar. Credits may be obtained from a combination of the following:

A. Through WPU B. Regionally-accredited colleges or universities C. CLEP and DANTES D. Non-collegiate military, professional, or certificate courses, and military experience as evaluated for credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) guide

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. A total of 124 semester hours of credit is required for graduation.2. 2.0 GPA3. Payment of all tuition and fees, including the $100 graduation fee4. If a student does not bring in enough credits to meet the 124 credit hours, students will work with their advisor to schedule electives in order to reach the necessary 124 credits.

2. Completed application and payment fee3. 2.0 from previous college or high school credit4. Two years of full-time work experience5. Students whose native language is not English must have a score of 173 (computer based) or more, or 500 (paper-based) or more on the TOEFL. (Some exceptions apply.) Your program Representative can explain this further.

Majors for the BA

BUSINESS MANAGEMENTIn today’s corporate world, the Business Management major is a key to promotions, new job opportunities and success in your career. While courses focus on the skills and knowledge you will need to do well in the corporate world, you will also learn to master writing, team building, and making presentations - all essential for today’s corporate managers.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program builds on Quaker values to prepare graduates forcareers in the justice system through the development of ethical behavior and law enforcement practices, leadership, collaboration, effective communication and service to others. The Criminal Justice program includes various aspects of justice systems as they apply to law enforcement, corrections, pre-law, social work, and the private sector. Using criminological theories from a sociological perspective, students will be able to apply past and present theories and models to resolve critical issues in the criminal justice arena.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTToday’s business climate requires successful organizations to create human resource systems that comply with numerous governmental regulations while creating organizational cultures that promote productivity, employee well-being and retention. This requires the knowledge, skills and ability to plan, develop and implement strategic activities necessary to accomplish these goals. This program is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and practical skills for career enhancement and job advancement in human resource management.

Master of Business Leadership

7. Current resume8. A word-processed, personal essay (minimum of 750 words - not to exceed 1000 words) stating the leadership philosophy of the applicant and reason for seeking admission to the Master of Business Leadership program9. Students whose native language is not English must have a score of 173 (computer-based) or more, or 500 (paper-based) or more on the TOEFL. (Some exceptions apply.) Your Program Representative can explain this further.

The Paul W. McCracken Master of Business Leadership (MBL) program is designed to provide stu-dents with the knowledge and tools needed to assist organizations in improving their leadership. This program includes courses in leadership development and the role that it can play in the organization’s success. This program is designed to balance theory and practical experience in an applications-orient-ed environment. The MBL can be taken in the classroom or in an online format.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Proof of undergraduate degree from an accredited institution2. Transcripts from degree granting institutions3. Completed application and payment fee4. A 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on previous college credit. Students with a GPA below 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by a review committee (your Program Representative can explain this in further detail.)5. Two years of full-time work experience6. One letter of recommendation from a person qualified to judge the applicant’s professional capabilities, capacity to complete graduate study and character. (Must not be a relative or friend.)

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. A total of 36 semester hours of credit is required for graduation2. 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 grading system3. Payment of all tuition and fees, including the $100 graduation fee.

Paul W. McCracken - Graduate Program

Financial InformationWilliam Penn University offers five payment plans for qualified students

1. COURSE BY COURSE PAYMENT PLANPayments must be made by check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover). Tuition is due to the accounting office prior to the first night of each class.

2. FINANCIAL AID PAYMENT PLANStudents must complete the appropriate FAFSA paperwork prior to the start of the program.

3. DEFERRED PAYMENT PLANA student may have payments deferred if their employer covers 75 percent of tuition costs. A valid credit card must be retained on file and will be charged for tuition and fees 60 days after the first night of each course.

4. DIRECT BILL PAYMENT PLANA student may have payments deferred by providing a tuition assistance voucher prior to the first night of class or by submitting a letter from his/her employer stating that the employer stating that the employer will pay William Penn University.

5. MILITARY BILLING PAYMENT PLANA student utilizing this option must provide a tuition assistance form and submit any monies notcovered by the tuition form prior to the first night of class.

William Penn University is a Yellow Ribbon participant.

6. MILITARY SCHOLARSHIPAvailable to Active Duty service members, their spouses and dependents. Scholarship also available to veterans.

FEES AND PAYMENTSWilliam Penn University reserves the right to change course sequence, tuition and/or fees at any time.

There is a $100 graduation fee.

Students will select a payment schedule before classes start. Accounting and Financial Aid staff will facilitate this process and answer questions. The appropriate payment schedule is forwarded to the student following introduction. Once the payment schedule is in place there are no exceptions to the plan.

Financial Aid StepsIf you are using Financial Aid to cover your educational expenses,

please complete the items listed below:

1. Go to www.pin.edu.gov - Apply for a PIN (Personal Identification Number) - Provide an email address for more efficient delivery (1-3 days) - OR provide a postal mail address (7-10 days) - If you are a dependent student, please have your parent or guardian also complete this task - This will be your identification number with the Federal government as long as you have a student loan NOTE: If you are 24 or younger, please see the Financial Aid Advisor for special instructions for dependent students.

2. Once you receive your PIN, Go to www.fafsa.edu.gov - Fill out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) NOTE: WPU CWA federal school code is: 001900 - Please print the confirmation page, after entering all the required information, for your records - Every year you will need to complete the FAFSA

NOTE: If you had a change in family status from your previous year’s tax information, please contact financial aid for special instructions before completing the FAFSA

Use your ________ TAXES to complete your ________ FAFSA

3. Go to www.studentloans.gov - Complete MPN (Federal Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note) - Complete Entrance Counseling NOTE: This does not obligate your to receive Federal Stafford Loans

4. Attend Welcome Night - Receive Financial Aid Award letter - Complete Loan Authorization form NOTE: First loan disbursement will arrive approximately 30-45 days from your first night of attendance. All paper and online forms must be complete.

For questions, please contact the FAFSA hotline: 800 4FEDAID (433-3243)

PLEASE NOTE: To be eligible for Iowa Tuition Grant, should you qualify, your current year FAFSA must be on file by July 1 of the current year.