Consumer Information

Institutions participating in federal financial aid programs are required to provide enrolled and potential students and current and prospective employees with available consumer information. The information provided on this page fulfills College of Western Idaho's (CWI) compliance with disclosure requirements under the 1998 Amendments to the Higher Education Act of 1965 to annually disclose where information for students may be found.

To request and receive student consumer information in writing, contact One Stop Student Services

Mailing Address
COLLEGE OF WESTERN IDAHO
ATTN ONE STOP STUDENT SERVICES
MS 3000
5500 E OPPORTUNITY DR
NAMPA ID  83687
 

General Information

Information about the institutional and programmatic accreditation status, including accrediting bodies, current standing, and how to obtain accreditation documentation.

Accreditation

Information about assistance available for those seeking employment and planning for a career, including resume assistance.

Work-Based Learning Center

Information and assistance for computer and technology tools and resources, including accessing a CWI student account.

Campus Tech Support

Complete information about voter registration processes and resources for enrolled students and information about Constitution Day.

Constitution Day & Voting

Policies regarding digital file sharing and copyright compliance, including specific consequences for violations, legal penalties, and institutional enforcement procedures.

Comprehensive breakdown of tuition, fees, housing, books, and other expenses students can expect while attending CWI.

Information about degree and certificate programs, including course descriptions and offerings, facilities and equipment, faculty credentials and contact information, and plans for program development.

Information addressing the prohibition on misrepresentation to students and others at CWI.

Misrepresentation

Online tool to help estimate the cost of attending CWI.

Net Price Calculator

Information about students' rights under FERPA, including rights to inspect and review education records, seek amendments to records, provide consent for disclosure of personally identifiable information, and file complaints with the Department of Education. Detailed procedures for exercising these rights, including how to request record reviews and amendments, and information about the institution's criteria for determining school officials with legitimate educational interests. FERPA begins for a CWI student when they register for any class, regardless of age, and the student continues to be protected by FERPA for their lifetime.

Student Records

Information about programs that require a professional license or certification for employment, including applicability for distance education students or those who intend to seek employment in states beyond Idaho.

Professional Licensure

Information and resources for understanding and obtaining refunds related to attending CWI.

Refunds

Explanation of institutional refund policies for students who withdraw or change enrollment status and policies regarding withdrawal processes and the specific impact on federal financial aid funds.

Comprehensive information about accessibility services, accommodation processes, available resources, and support services for students with disabilities.

Comprehensive demographic data about the student population including gender distribution, Pell Grant recipients, and racial/ethnic representation.

Student Diversity

Information about CWI events and other opportunities for students to gain leadership experience or get involved outside the classroom.

Campus Life

Information and resources about obtaining course materials needed when attending CWI.

Information about credit transfer policies, including evaluation processes, requirements, and articulation agreements with other institutions.

Health & Safety

Comprehensive campus safety information, including annual Safety and Security Report, crime statistics, safety policies, and emergency procedures.

Detailed policies regarding substance abuse including health risks, conduct standards, legal consequences, and available support services and treatment programs.

Information regarding CWI policy restricting tobacco use on campus.

Student Financial Assistance

Information on federal, state, local, private, and institutional financial assistance programs, along with procedures for applying, criteria for selection and determination of amount of aid, terms and conditions of the aid, and rights and responsibilities of students.

Detailed information on the education loan options available to students.

Student & Parent Loans

Information on required loan counseling for first-time federal student loan borrowers, including access to complete these processes.

Loan Entrance Counseling

Information on required loan repayment counseling for borrowers who have completed their program or are no longer enrolled, including access to complete this process.

Details on the commitment to ethics and transparency in assisting students with loans and aid.

NASFAA Federal Code of Conduct

Information on how to obtain your course required books and supplies or financial aid refunds to purchase them, if applicable.

Student Outcomes

Statistical data on student success rates including detailed completion, graduation, and transfer metrics for first-time, full-time undergraduate students.

Subject Description Links/Data
Positive Placement Rate for All Programs Post-graduation survey results for Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024 graduates. Graduates are included in the positive placement rate if they were employed, seeking additional education, or enlisted in the military at the time of the survey. 94.3%
Positive Placement Rate for Career Technical Education (CTE) Programs Idaho CTE Fiscal Year 2025 postsecondary follow-up survey results for Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024 CTE graduates. Graduates are included in the CTE positive placement rate if they were employed, seeking additional education or advanced training, or enlisted in the military or service program at the time of the survey. 92.5%