New Student Check List

Congratulations once again on your acceptance to Wyoming Catholic College! We are excited to have you join our community. This page will serve as an important reference in the months leading up to the start of the year. Be sure to check it regularly for updates and information about your transition into college life.

Please take a moment to review the checklists below and complete any outstanding forms. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact your admissions counselor or reach out to Dr. Preble at lucas.preble@wyomingcatholic.edu.

Once again, welcome to WCC!

1. Admissions and Financial Aid

• Secure your place in the class with the $500 Enrollment Deposit and your Commitment Form
• Review the payment plan options in your Financial Package and plan your payments. Payments can be made online through your Populi account or by check or cash through the Business Office.
• If you will be taking out a Loan complete your loan application by July 1
• For students participating in work-study, please complete the work-study acknowledgement
• International Students, please review this page for more details 
• Plan to be on campus to check in on Monday, July 27, 2026, between 7:30 am and 1:45 pm. Freshmen and their parents may take the shuttle from Salt Lake City airport on Sunday, July 26, 2026. To secure your spot on this shuttle, complete the shuttle request form found here.

2. Office of Student Life

• Read the most recent edition of the Student Handbook and sign the Handbook Waiver.  Please note that the 2026 version will be published in August 2026
• Complete the Housing Preference Form before July 1st
• Complete the Dietary Restrictions Form
• Find a Packing List here
• Students who choose to bring a mobile device to campus must fill out the cellphone storage waiver
• Students who choose to bring a firearm to campus must complete the firearm storage waiver
• Apply to be a school driver

3. Academic Registrar

• Complete the Emergency Contact form
• Complete the Access to Educational Records form
• Complete the Risk Waiver
• Complete the Horse Safety Form
• Register your bike
• Complete the photo release form; Over the Age of 18 | Under the Age of 18
• If applicable, request a 21-Day Deferment Request Form (Please note the Dean must approve all requests for deferment)
• For our calendar, click here

4. Outdoor Leadership Program

• Complete the Physical Exam Form
• If you have not yet done so, please complete the Supplemental Medical Questionnaire
• Complete the Gear Reservation Form
• Prepare for your Outdoor Trip by reading this packet from the Academic Dean.
• Review the syllabus and grading rubric
• Click here for more details about the 21-day trip
  

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Welcome Week Schedule

Sunday, July 26 – Early Arrival Day
Early move-in (by appointment) begins at 12pm for new students. An airport shuttle departs Salt Lake City at 5pm and arrives in Lander around 9pm. Please email Elizabeth Rensch at elizabeth.rensch@wyomingcatholic.edu to plan an early arrival.

Monday, July 27 – Check-In Day
Check-in for freshmen is from 8:30am to 1:45pm at Baldwin Foyer. Meet staff, submit paperwork, and enjoy campus tours. Join us for Mass, followed by lunch. The President’s Welcome and student/parent Q&A sessions take place in the afternoon. The day ends with a welcome cookout for families, faculty, and staff.

Tuesday, July 28 – Freshmen Welcome
The day begins with breakfast and a formal introduction to the 21-Day Freshman Expedition. Learn about the Byzantine Rite, attend Mass, hear about our approach to technology, and explore campus highlights like the horse barn. Evening events include a student social at the All Saints Dormitory lawn Park and a President’s Reception for parents.

Wednesday, July 29 – Expedition Prep
All Freshmen begin the Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course. Breakfast on Wednesday Morning will be the last meal provided to non-students.

N.B. Every new student is expected to be on campus no later than Tuesday afternoon. Please coordinate with Dr. Preble if you will not be arriving on Monday.