Western Oklahoma State College sees change, growth Nestled in the southwest corner of the state, Western Oklahoma State College was established as Altus Junior College in 1926. Since its humble beginning, Western has opened its doors to students, faculty, staff and community members to grow and develop. More than 90 years later, it still pledges to provide a comprehensive twoyear, post-secondary education for residents of southwest Oklahoma and beyond. Under the leadership of sixth-president Dr. Chad Wiginton, the college has seen
growth and change across campus. The college received an award for being one of the top online programs in the state, and faculty and staff are looking forward to things to come. Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds a number of specialty accreditations, including the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the National League of Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Okla-
homa Board of Nursing. The college offers more than 20 degree programs and multiple certificate options. Students can attend classes on campus, online or via Zoom. They can study a field that interests them, with programs such as aviation, nursing, agriculture, liberal arts, military studies and more. Those who attend may receive financial aid or other scholarships. Only 20 percent of all Western students receive some sort of federal student loan, but 80 percent receive grant or scholarship aid.
In 2019, the WOSC Foundation, Inc., established a scholarship fund to benefit military students in southwest Oklahoma. Altus is home to not only the college, but also Altus Air Force Base. Western saw a need to help those students, and the Mighty 97th Scholarship Fund was created. Western is proud to offer so many options for students in southwest Oklahoma. There is a spot for everyone at Western Oklahoma State College. For more information, visit wosc. edu.
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