Your First Steps Start Here

Everything you need to begin your journey as a successful online student at West Coast University.


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Welcome to West Coast University’s Master of Science in Nursing program!

As you begin this exciting new chapter, know that you are stepping into a community built to support your success. Our faculty, associates, and resources are here to guide you —whether it’s navigating your first online course, preparing for clinical experiences, or managing the pace of graduate-level study.
I encourage you to stay connected, ask questions, and use the resources available to you. Your success matters to us, and we are here to walk beside you every step of the way.
On behalf of the entire WCU community, congratulations and welcome.

— Pamela Sandvig, Dean of Post-Licensure Nursing

Start Here: Checklist

  1. Download Canvas Student app and log in
  2. Complete New Student Orientation
  3. Complete FAFSA application, if applicable
  4. Schedule an appointment to meet with Financial Aid Advisor and upload any final documents.
  5. Log into the Student Portal
  6. Complete financial aid steps and confirm submissions
  7. Access your WCU email via Office 365
  8. Set-up Multi-factor authentication
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