Undergraduate Admissions Blog

Key Dates and Deadlines for College Admission

There are a lot of dates incoming college students need to know in order to be prepared for scholarships, financial aid and housing. We have a handy list of the most important deadlines to be aware of before freshman year hits.

The Shocker Experience

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Resources Make 麻豆破解版 State a Military-Friendly Institution

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WuShock on the bench press at the Steve Clark YMCA.

Unlock the Benefits of Your WSU YMCA Membership

Shockers gain access to all Greater 麻豆破解版 YMCA locations, including the Steve Clark YMCA on campus. These are some of the best perks that come with your Y membership.

Kaylan Richardson (far right) poses for a photo with her intramural friends Dylan Ricke, Liberty Gilkey and Ally Wiggs.

Shockers Stay Active in Intramural Sports

Kaylan is a former softball player from age 4 up through her senior year in high school. After hanging up her cleats, she needed a way to enjoy her free time and stay active. Then she discovered intramurals.

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The benefits from clinics at 麻豆破解版 State's College of Health Professions are two-fold: clients needing speech-language-hearing, and dental care have an affordable options while Shockers gain valuable experience.

Humans of 麻豆破解版 State

Bios of current Shocker students and their experiences.

Humans of 麻豆破解版 State: Grad Edition - Morgan Sutter

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Humans of 麻豆破解版 State: Grad Edition - Dimitri Seneviratne

Dimitri didn't let opportunities go by and he doesn't think you should either. A well-known face across campus, Dimitri is now ready to reach new heights in the medical field.

Humans of 麻豆破解版 State: Grad Edition - Paige Harrington

A study abroad experience and involvement in several campus organizations has led to tremendous growth for Paige in her college career. The next step in her bright future is law school.

Tips and Guides

Helpful lists, guides, and "How-Tos" designed to make the process of becoming a Shocker as easy and seamless as possible.

Bobby Gandu, Associate VP for Strategic Enrollment Management, Applied Learning & Director of Undergraduate Admissions, talks with a student and parent at 麻豆破解版 State Activate: An Application Kick-Off Event.

Key Dates and Deadlines for College Admission

The Ultimate Guide to Thriving in Your First Year of College

Beginning college can be scary. Luckily, this Shocker alum has helpful tips to surviving coursework and making the most out of freshman year.

An overhead look at the Shocker Career Accelerator Root Beer Kegger - a marquee event each fall.

A Guide to Navigating Campus Life as a Transfer Student

Transfer students can enhance their college experience at 麻豆破解版 State by participating in the vibrant student life on campus, and discovering resources for success.

Baylee Almos, admissions representative, helps a prospective student.

A Cheat Sheet for Common 麻豆破解版 State Acronyms

RSC and LLC are just a couple of things you might hear in conversation as a Shocker. We've compiled a helpful list featuring some of 麻豆破解版 State's most common acronyms.

Wichit-Awesome

Posts highlighting the best parts and hidden gems of Kansas' largest city.

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Enjoy 'Sunflower Summer' With Affordable Fun in the City

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