ENTERING WSU AS A SCHOLARSHIP FRESHMAN SUMMER/FALL 2020

Football Staff Contact and Mailing Information

Jason Cvercko jason.cvercko@wsu.edu Office: 509.335.0206 Cell: 860.218.4076 Fax: 509.335.4214   Football Office Staff: Marie Taylor 509.335.0250 mariet@wsu.edu Jenny Hayton 509.335.0250 jhayton@wsu.edu Football Office Fax: 509.335.4214

Mailing Information: In an effort to track your progress through these processes we ask that everything be sent through the Football Office and Jason Cvercko unless specified otherwise. We will forward to the appropriate contact/liaison in the University. Our mailing address for US Postal Service: Jason Cvercko WSU Football P O Box 641615 Pullman, WA 99164-1615 Federal Express or UPS (United Parcel Service): Jason Cvercko WSU Football 510 Cougar Football Complex Pullman, WA 99164-1615

DEADLINES AND CHECKLIST AND CONTACTS

Download and print this pdf file and use it to track your progress:

Download (4 pages): Checklist, Deadlines, Contacts

The checklist provides the basics and this website provides the necessary details.

WSU MEDIA INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE

If you haven't already, please complete and return the

Media Information Questionnaire

to Bobby Alworth at bobby.alworth@wsu.edu  

The information you provide will become your bio for the WSU Football Media Guide.

If you have any questions, please contact Bobby at 509.335.5785

WSU CougFam - Football Player Parent Group

Jenna Sherman (mom of Dillon Sherman #41) would like to share information on how the families can get involved and assist one another with the various resources and events. You can email her at gocougsfootball@gmail.com or call her cell at 949.302.9395

REPORTING TO PULLMAN - contact Jessi Seumalo

Freshman will report to Pullman on Sunday, June 21st by 12pm for the Summer Bridge Program.  We are allowed to pick you up from the airport (Pullman, Lewiston or Spokane) only one time as part of your initial arrival to attend school.  Please contact Jessi Seumalo by April 10th to discuss your travel arrangements PRIOR to making any arrangements.

The Summer Bridge Program is completed on Friday, July 31st and you will report for the preseason training camp early that next week (exact date to be determined). Plan to bring all items needed to live in the dorms until May 2021.

Download 1 page: LIST OF ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR DORM LIVING

GOVERNMENT ISSUED FORM OF IDENTIFICATION - REAL ID

Beginning October 1, 2020 you will NOT be able to board a domestic flight (commercial or charter) if you do not possess the required ID.  Before traveling to Pullman in June, you are required to possess a government issued identification that meets TSA (Transportation Security Administration) and REAL ID (Homeland Security) requirements for domestic airline travel.  Possession of the correct ID effects your ability to travel to away games as a member of the football team.    You need to apply in person for the REAL ID in your home state and present the required documents.  Check with your state's Department of Licensing to determine correct documents and time needed to apply and receive the ID before traveling to Pullman.  
Visit the Homeland Security website for more information on the REAL ID:  REAL ID
If you already have a valid (unexpired) US Passport issued by the US State Department, then you meet the REAL ID requirement.:  Apply or Renew a Passport

DEADLINES/CALENDAR

January 31, 2020 - Priority deadline for submission of FAFSA.
March 9, 2020 - Must have admissions application submitted AND WSU issued email address established.
March 9, 2020 - Submit immunization records
March 9, 2020 - Transcripts with work in progress submitted to Jason and the Eligibility Center. 
March 9, 2020 - Request filed with your school's counselor to have your final official transcripts with graduation posted sent to Jason and the NCAA Eligibility Center.
March 9, 2020 - Return Equipment and Shoe Order forms to Jason Cvercko.
March 9, 2020 - You and your parents have read about the Athletics Summer Bridge Program (see below)
April 1, 2020 - Request final Amateurism Certification from the Eligibility Center. 
April 10, 2020 - Discuss travel options to Pullman for the June 21st reporting date.
May 1, 2020 - Obtain a government issued form of photo identification to travel on airlines
May 10, 2020 - Athletic Training Services forms completed and on file at WSU. 
   TBD - Complete WSU Housing Contract & pay $150 Deposit
June 1, 2020 - You have completed the Online Math Placement Exam.
June 10, 2020 - Have established your bank account and direct deposit.
June 21, 2020 - Report to Pullman for Summer Bridge Program.
July 31, 2020 - Summer Bridge Program and final exam are completed.
TBD - Preseason football training camp begins in Pullman, report by 12pm.
August 24, 2020 - Fall semester classes begin.
Thursday, September 3, 2020 - WSU @ Utah State
 

FEES & COSTS NOT COVERED BY THE SCHOLARSHIP

$150 refundable housing/dorm deposit 
All transportation costs
Items to equip your dorm room - click here for list of recommended items
Parking Permit
 

THE “FAFSA” - WSU Priority deadline is January 31, 2020

It is highly recommended that everyone complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” or FAFSA. You must submit the information through their online forms

Link: www.fafsa.ed.gov

Here are some “quick tips” for completing the form effectively:
Link:  Quick Tips

The WSU FAFSA Federal School Code: 003800

Please direct any questions to Chris Boyce at 509.335.4963 or email christopher.boyce@wsu.edu

 

ADMISSIONS - submit application prior to March 9th

Complete and submit the online Admissions application

Link to general information on admissions and WSU: WSU Admissions

You will submit the online version directly to admissions. Be sure you are using the application for the "Pullman campus".

The scholarship will cover the $50 admission fee - you have been provided a personal code to input by WSU Athletics/Football.

The scholarship will also pay the $200 advance tuition deposit.

PLEASE NOTE: Any questions you have regarding your Admissions Status must be directed to our NCAA Compliance Office at 509.335.9804 or Jason Cvercko 509.335.0206, DO NOT call Admissions directly.

Official Transcript and Test Score

Submit to Jason Cvercko a current official transcript with graduation posted and your test scores.  Be sure to include any AP or JC transfer credits earned or in progress.

Submit to Jason Cvercko your immunization records. 
Download (1 page): Immunization Records
Link:  Information on the Measles (Rubeola) Immunization Requirement
Link:  WSU recommended immunizations
 

MyWSU Portal

The MyWSU Portal allows incoming students access to all WSU services with your network ID and password:
Link:  MyWSU information and instructions

If you are not 18 years old you will need to create a Friend ID for your parent.
Follow this link to set up the Friend ID and learn more:  WSU Friend Accounts

Third Party Access - Due to federal regulations, we are unable to discuss your account with a third party (parent, grandparent, etc) without your permission.  To be able to discuss your account with a third party, you must allow that person third party access to your account.  You can do this by visiting the www.mywsu.wsu.edu portal - under Main Menu, click Self Service, then Third Party Access and follow the instructions.

More information is available at this link: Third Party Access

WRITE DOWN YOUR USER ID/NETWORK ID AND PASSWORD FOR SAFE KEEPING, YOU WILL NEED IT TO ACCESS ALL WSU SERVICES GOING FORWARD.

THE COUGARCARD

CougarCard is your official University ID. You will be issued your card at the Alive orientation. Learn more at: www.cougarcard.wsu.edu

NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER

Link: www.eligibilitycenter.org

Download: Eligibility Center Registration Checklist

Confirm with the Eligibility Center that you are requesting enrollment for the Fall 2020 semester. Submit your current official transcript to the Eligibility Center.

Make sure you have designated with the testing center (ACT or SAT) that your test score be sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Official Transcript with Graduation Posted. Meet with your school counselor by March 9th and submit your request to have your final official transcript with your graduation posted sent to the NCAA Eligibility Center.

NCAA AMATEURISM CERTIFICATION - April 1, 2020

Confirm that you are requesting enrollment for the Fall 2020 semester. As part of the registration with the NCAA Eligibility Center you will be asked to certify your “amateur status” as a college student-athlete. Please answer these questions immediately and request that the NCAA Eligibility Center do a “final certification” of your “status”. Our office will receive updates as you complete this process. 

Link: How to request final Amateurism Certification

THE SCHOLARSHIP AND ATHLETICALLY RELATED FINANCIAL AID

Please see the following links for more information on the components of a full athletic scholarship:

Please download and read (3 pages): Athletic Financial Aid Information

Please direct any questions to Chris Boyce at 509.335.4963 or email at christopher.boyce@wsu.edu

Third Party Access - Due to federal regulations, we are unable to discuss your account with a third party (parent, grandparent, etc) without your permission. To be able to discuss your account with a third party, you must allow that person third party access to your account. You can do this by visiting the mywsu.wsu.edu portal - under Main Menu, click Self Service, then Third Party Access and follow the instructions.

More information is available at this link: Third Party Access

DIRECT DEPOSIT AND BANKING OPTIONS

The WSU Office of Student Financial Services will coordinate the processing of your tuition, fees, books, room and board.  In order to coordinate fund distribution you are required to have a bank account and set up a direct deposit into that account.

To set up direct deposit via myWSU, visit the Financial Account tile and then select Enroll in Direct Deposit under "Account Services".

Direct deposit can be set up to your current banking institution if you already have a bank account and wish to maintain that account

Here is a list of banking options on the WSU Campus and in the Pullman Community:

The WSU Campus offers one full service national bank - US Bank, located in the CUB.
The other on campus bank is the Washington State Employees Credit Union.

The CUB also has an ATM for US Bank, Chase Bank, Bank of America and the Washington State Employees Credit Union.

The city of Pullman has full service branches for US Bank, Chase, Washington Federal, Washington Trust, Columbia Bank, Banner Bank, Umpqua Bank, Washington State Employees Credit Union, Potlatch Federal Credit Union.

If you do not have a bank account our staff will assist you in obtaining a bank account for the direct deposit during the Alive orientation.

SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL AID FROM A NON WSU SOURCE/ENTITY

There are very specific guidelines set by the NCAA regarding “outside” scholarships/aid and how they are reported. If you have been notified that you are the recipient of ANY kind of outside or non WSU scholarship, it is essential that you report it to the Athletic Financial Aid Staff immediately. Failure to report an outside scholarship could jeopardize your NCAA Eligibility. Please complete this questionnaire and return to Chris Boyce.

Download (1 page): Student-Athlete Outside Scholarship Questionnaire

Please direct any questions to Christina Stern at 509.335.9804 or email at christina.stern@wsu.edu


EQUIPMENT - return by March 9th

Equipment Manager Josh Pietz and his staff want to make your arrival at WSU as smooth as possible. Below are downloads that need to be carefully completed and returned to Jason Cvercko by March 9th

Size Information - download (1 page)

Shoe Catalog for shoe order: Nike Shoe Information - download (7 pages)

Shoe Order - download (1 page)

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Josh via email: Josh Pietz or call him directly at 509.335.0207.

ONLINE MATH PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT

Please take the math placement assessment by June 1st.
Information is available on the math placement assessment website:

Link: Math Placement Assessment (MPA)

The cost is $45 which will be charged to your student account and WSU Athletics will pay the charge from your account. The test is "interactive" so as soon as it believes you have mastery at a level it will increase the difficulty of the questions. It will take you approximately two hours to complete. After you take the exam, in addition to your math placement score, it will tell you your math deficiencies and give you practice problems. If you so choose, you can retake the exam after a 24 hour period.

Please direct any questions to Jason Cvercko at 509.335.0206 or jason.cvercko@wsu.edu
 

WRITING PLACEMENT PROCESS

Writing Placement sessions take place during the Alive Orientation as part of your participation in our Summer Bridge Program.

More information is available at this link:  Writing Placement Process

If you are not participating in the Summer Bridge Program, please contact Jason Cvercko to obtain information on how to proceed.
 

SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM begins Sunday, June 21st

The first few weeks as a college freshman are difficult for any newcomer, but the NCAA Summer Bridge Program makes the transition a little easier for Washington State University student-athletes. You will get a chance to take courses and become acclimated to campus before you take a full slate of credit hours. You are required to enroll in a minimum of six credit hours and you will receive academic tutoring through our Athletic Support Services. You can also participate in voluntary workouts during Summer Bridge. Washington State University chooses to deliver the Bridge Program through the University's Summer Advantage Program.

2020 Summer Bridge Program Dates: Sunday, June 21st through Friday, July 31st.

In order to participate in the Summer Bridge Program you must be:
1. Admitted to Washington State University for the Fall 2020 semester
2. Create your WSU network ID and password
3. Complete the Fall Residence Hall Contract and pay the $150 refundable deposit
4. Provide proof of immunizations
5. Register for Summer Advantage
6. Register for Session 5 of the summer Alive! orientation
7. Take the online Math Placement Exam
8. Establish a bank account and set up WSU Direct Deposit

NCAA rules allow us to provide housing and food for you beginning Sunday, June 21st  (Welcome dinner TBD). Our expectation is that you arrive on campus by 12pm on Sunday, June 21st, the dorm will be available for move in that day beginning at 12pm.

Schedule of events (tentative)

June 21 - arrive on campus by 12pm, move into Northside Residence Hall
                      WSU Athletics Welcome Dinner TBD
June 22 - Physicals with athletics team doctor/athletic training services
June 23 - WSU Athletics Academic Orientation 
June 24-26 - Alive! orientation
June 29 - Classes begin for the WSU Athletics Summer Bridge
July 31 - End of classes 
August TBD - Football Preseason Training Camp begins

Please direct any questions to Jason Cvercko at 509.335.0206 or email at jason.cvercko@wsu.edu

ALIVE ORIENTATION
Attendance is mandatory, the athletic scholarship will pay the fee for the incoming freshman.
During the online registration process, select the option to "bill to your student account" and your scholarship will pay the $240 fee.
Register for Session 5, June 24-26
Register online at  https://alive.wsu.edu/sign-up/
Familiarize yourself with the events associated with "Alive at this website:  Link:  Alive

THE SUMMER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
Incoming Freshman will participate in Summer Advantage with the Alive Orientation.
The WSU Athletic Scholarship covers the costs of your participation.
Jason Cvercko will email you the link for the online registration for Summer Advantage/Bridge.  It will not be available until sometime in March.
Classes for WSU Football Student-Athletes will begin on Monday, June 29th and finish on Friday, July 31st.
Familiarize yourself with the events associated with "Summer Advantage" at this website:  Summer Advantage

PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP - August TBD

Housing, meals, practice gear, equipment will all be provided as part of the scholarship during the preseason camp.  

HOUSING AND DINING beginning with Fall Semester 2020

You may want to refer to the following download to understand how your scholarship is applied to Housing and Dining (room and board).

Download (3 pages): Athletic Financial Aid Information

WSU requires freshman to live in the dorm.  

If you are not yet 18 years old, you will have to create a friend ID for your parent - it is always the email address for your parent. Your parent will receive an auto reply email as soon as you finish your portion of the application. You will need to close down the web page with your application on it before your parent can log on just as you did. Your parent should read and approve all five sections of the contract and then make the security deposit payment.

Please direct questions to Jason Cvercko at 509.335.0206 or email at jason.cvercko@wsu.edu

DORMITORY/RESIDENCE LIFE

Once you are admitted you will be sent information and link to the online housing and dining contract. For more information on policies and a contract sample please see:

Link: On Campus Housing Contracts and Policies

Answers to the most frequently asked questions: FAQ

Freshman student-athletes will be housed in the Northside Residence Hall.

Download 1 page: LIST OF ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR DORM LIVING

PLEASE NOTE: You will be required to pay the $150 refundable deposit in order to complete the contract. Your Athletic Scholarship DOES NOT cover this refundable deposit.  This refundable deposit will be returned at the end of the academic year if there is no damage to the room.

The Scholarship does cover the $400 First Payment. The amount due will remain on your student account/MyWSU until Financial Aid processes the scholarship money.

Acceptable forms of payment for the $150 refundable deposit:
Via mail: personal check or money order
Electronic: E-Check is a no fee alternative to credit card payments.

Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express will be accepted. 
There will be an additional 2.5% service fee for credit card processing.

                

DINING AND YOUR RESIDENCE DINING ACCOUNT (RDA)

On your housing contract select the RDA 1 level meal plan to maximize your stipend.
 

CATT - COUGAR ATHLETIC TRAINING TABLE

Meals and snacks provided as part of your scholarship will be served in the Cougar Football Complex Gray W Legends Lounge and/or the HUB in the Weight Room.

The Cougar Sports Nutrition Staff is committed to providing all student-athletes access to highly nutritious and performance based meals as well as refueling for pre and post workouts. All meals will enhance recovery and assist with lean body mass management strategies. CATT represents a high benchmark for excellence in food creativity, taste, presentation, and performance-based nutrition education.

Please direct questions regarding the CATT to Lindsey Barkley at 509.335.4665 or email at lindsey.barkley@wsu.edu

ATHLETIC MEDICINE - releases and forms will be made available to you in late April

You can become familiar with our Athletic Department’s Athletic Medicine Staff by visiting this link: Athletic Medicine

PARKING ON CAMPUS

Washington State University takes its parking regulations very seriously! If you bring a car to campus, please purchase a parking permit.

Costs and purchasing information: WSU Parking Services