How to Explore Academic and Career Options on the WWCC Website

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Start at the Academics section of wwcc.edu. It is organized around two entry points: By Pathway (browse based on interests and passions) and By Program (browse a specific type of learning program). Use By Pathway if you are still deciding on a direction; use By Program if you already know the kind of credential or subject you want.

The two ways to browse

Entry point Best for What you do
By Pathway Undecided students, or anyone choosing courses around an interest area Explore learning opportunities based on your passions and areas of interest, then map out courses that fit an Educational Pathway
By Program Students with a target program or credential type in mind Go straight to the specific type of learning program

The site's stated approach is to help you "select the right courses to map out your own Educational Pathway." That means the pathway view is a planning tool, not just a catalog listing.

Specific paths and programs listed

Under Academics, WWCC lists these options alongside the pathway and program browsers:

  • Transfer — for students planning to continue at another institution
  • CTL (Center for Teaching and Learning)
  • Honors Program
  • Dual Credit, which includes College in the High School, CTE Dual Credit, and Running Start
  • Continuing Education, which includes Quest and Kids College
  • Transitional Studies

If you are a high school student, the Dual Credit group is the relevant starting point. If you are an adult returning to school or building skills, look at Continuing Education and Transitional Studies.

Tools that support planning and course selection

Once you have a pathway or program in mind, the Academics section points to:

  • Class Search — find current course offerings
  • College Catalog — the official program and course requirements
  • Advising — work with an advisor on your plan
  • Testing and Tutoring — placement and academic support
  • Academic Calendar — key dates
  • Request a Transcript — for records

Use the College Catalog to confirm requirements, then Class Search to see what is actually offered in a given term. Advising is the step where you turn a pathway into a term-by-term plan.

Related pages worth checking

  • Admissions → How to Apply if you have not applied yet
  • Paying for College for tuition and fees, the Net Price Calculator, payment plans, financial aid, scholarships, and the Warrior Pledge
  • Student Life for athletics, clubs, and student resources
  • MyWWCC, Canvas, Email, and ctcLink for logged-in tools once you are enrolled

A practical sequence

  1. Open Academics and choose By Pathway or By Program.
  2. Narrow to a specific option (Transfer, Running Start, Continuing Education, and so on).
  3. Check the College Catalog for requirements in that area.
  4. Run a Class Search for the current term.
  5. Contact Advising to confirm your plan and next steps.

If you are unsure which pathway fits, start with By Pathway and use Advising before committing to a sequence of courses.