Wesleyan Student Privileges

Courses at Wesleyan

Eligible faculty and administrative staff and their spouse or qualified domestic partner, are permitted to register in Wesleyan courses as follows:

• With the permission of a Graduate Liberal Studies (GLS) program advisor, up to two GLS courses (generally six credits) per semester during the academic year or in a summer school session without payment of tuition. Eligible students may take more than two courses, but will be expected to pay the tuition for courses beyond six credits.  The GLS program and classes are described at http://www.wesleyan.edu/glsp.

Matriculation into the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (M.A.L.S.) or Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.) programs is subject to the terms and conditions of the GLS program.

• B.A., M.A., or Ph.D. courses subject to terms and conditions of course enrollment. Those who wish to be accepted as a full-time candidate for the B.A., M.A. or Ph.D. are required to go through the regular admission process.

• Special Non-degree Seeking Undergraduate requirements are described at http://www.wesleyan.edu/registrar/specialstudents.html

Opportunities for Training

Information Technology Services (ITS) conducts computer-related courses (at introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels), in the use of software in use at Wesleyan.  Notices are sent when courses of general interest are scheduled.  Departments may also request customized training in the use of new equipment or programs. ITS maintains a list of its training courses on its web site at http://www.wesleyan.edu/its/training.

The university frequently schedules campus seminars and workshops on topics such as leadership, interviewing, ergonomics, writing, wellness and health, financial planning, and time and stress management. Notices and enrollment information are published when workshops and seminars are scheduled.

Programs for Educational Advancement

Administrative staff members whose FTE is at least .75 are eligible to be reimbursed for up to $1,500 per year for successful completion of up to two courses per semester at other accredited colleges and universities.  Reimbursement is limited if tuition is reimbursed by other assistance (e.g., G.I. Bill, research grant, fellowship, etc.).  Additionally, the costs of books, other course materials, parking, and graduation expenses are not covered.

To apply for this benefit please submit a tuition reimbursement application form before enrolling.  A fee schedule must be provided along with the application form. After the course(s) has been completed provide to Human Resources grade reports, evaluations, or transcripts indicating successful completion.