Welcome to Weber State Automotive!
To get started with Weber State Automotive, complete the following steps: Call 801-626-6579 for assistance.
New Students:
- Decide which Weber State Automotive program is of interest to you. Choose one of the following options:
- Submit the online application to the Automotive Technology program of your choice.
- This application is only for those seeking an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.
- Even if your long-term goal is to earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree, you must complete an A.A.S. degree first.
- If you already have a two-year automotive degree and you are seeking a B.S. degree, please complete the steps listed under the "transfer students" section below.
- Get admitted to WSU
- Apply for admissions to WSU.
- Declare your automotive major (program of study) as the program you decided upon in the steps above.
- Have your high school registrar send your high school transcript to the WSU Admissions Office
- Make sure you are aware of the cost of Tuition and Fees.
- If needed, make sure you are aware of the cost of on-campus housing.
- Obtain and submit a copy of your driving record.
- Most employers cannot hire you if you have too many moving violations.
- Typically more than two moving violation in three years is a problem.
- You may submit an electronic copy to automotivetechnology@weber.edu
- You may mail a paper copy to our office: WSU Automotive Technology, Attn: Mindi VanderSteen, 1504 University Circle, Ogden UT 84408
- You may fax a paper copy to Mindi VanderSteen at 801-626-7917
- Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Apply for Automotive Specific Scholarships
- If desired, setup a tour of the WSU campus, attend student orientation, and learn what student activities are available.
- Contact the program recruiter to set up a meeting. Some programs require you to have an interview with the recruiter and/or coordinator before you can sign up for classes.
- Take the Accuplacer placement exam to determine which English and Math class you will need.
- View the class schedule and decide which classes will fit your needs.
- Register for your classes as soon as possible. General education classes fill up quickly but tend to have open seats towards the first day of school.
- Determine which textbooks you will need.
- If needed, purchase a parking permit.
- Obtain a WSU Student Identification Card.
- A.A.S. Students, make a plan to begin purchasing the recommended tools.
- Be aware of the WSU policies regarding Acceptable use of computers and the Student Code of Conduct.
Transfer students:
Students who have completed college level courses from an accredited college or university will need to have their records transferred to WSU as part of their New Student application process.
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Check the WSU transfer Guide to see which of your classes will transfer, classes not in the guide will have to be evaluated by WSU personnel to determine their transferability.
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Credits from Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Wyotech, and similar "for-profit" institutions are not college level courses and will not directly transfer to Weber State University; however, challenge examination credit and experiential credit may be available for students with ASE certifications and at least 5 years of industry experience.
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Check with your institution to determine if their classes are transferrable to a local state university. If they are,then they will probably also transfer to WSU..
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Call 801-626-7183 or email jkelly1@weber.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment to review your transfer record.
Returning students:
If you have been away from WSU for more than one semester, you should reactivate your academic record by contacting the admissions office at 801-626-6743
- Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Apply for Automotive Specific Scholarships
- Contact your program coordinator to obtain the suggested course sequence and to determine if there are any additional program specific requirements. Each degree option has a specific program coordinator.
- View the class schedule and decide which classes will fit your needs.
- Register for your classes as soon as possible. General education classes fill up quickly but tend to have open seats towards the first day of school.
- Determine which textbooks you will need.
- If needed, purchase a parking permit.
- Obtain a WSU Student Identification Card.
- Be aware of the WSU policies regarding Acceptable use of computers and the Student Code of Conduct.
Challenge Exams:
Some students may wish to challenge the Computer Information Literacy (CIL) required classes (TBE 1700) by taking a challenge exam. Sign up for the exams at programs.weber.edu/cil
