Frequently Asked Questions...

1. How long will it take?

The program is 36 credit hours distributed across three summers (July) and two academic years.

2. Do I need to travel to West Virginia University?

Yes. During each of three summers the teachers are required to spend up to two weeks at WVU. The faculty at WVU believe that it is important to have direct contact with teachers throughout the program to deliver a high quality educational experience. The faculty want to know all of the program participants first hand and be able to engender an espirit de corps among all of the teachers. This is important because program participants will be communicating with one another during the course of the degree program. During the summer teachers will take 6 credits during a two week session in July.  During the second summer the teachers will participate in a two week experience in July, and the program will conclude with a final two-week experience the third summer. 

3. Where will I stay when attending classes in Morgantown?

*On-campus Housing at West Virginia University (304)-293-2790

A. Location
1. Evansdale (Towers) Residence Complex

Evansdale Residence Complex Information

Costs

A. Room (includes linen service, air conditioning, phone, & shared bath).

1. $36.75/night for a single
2. $18.38/night for a double

B. Meals (All-you-can-eat buffet in cafeteria in Residence Complex)

1. $5.19 for breakfast
2. $6.37 for lunch
3. $8.73 for dinner

C. Parking is $2.50/week.

Off-campus Housing in Morgantown

Partial listing - See Morgantown chamber of Commerce Website at http://www.mgnchamber.org/ or at www.mgtn.com Look under travel, recreation, & leisure membership list.

A. Recommended Housing  1. Holiday Inn (304)-599-1680 or 1-800 HOLIDAY

2. Best Inn & Suites (304)-598-2120 or 1-800 BEST-INN

3. Comfort Inn on Route 119 (304)-296-9364 1-800-221-2222

4. Friend’s Inn (304)-599-4850

5. Hampton Inn (304)-599-1200 1-800 HAMPTON

6. Super 8 Motel (304)-296-4000

7. Econo-Lodge (304)-599-8181 8. Days Inn (304)-598-2120

9. Hotel Morgan (Downtown of High Street) (304)-292-8401


B. More Expensive Housing & Resort Housing

For those vacationing before or after the Institute. Many are world class resorts.

1. Euro-Suites (In Morgantown) (304)-598-1000 1-800-6-SUITES

2. Lakeview Resort (Near Morgantown on Cheat lake)
(304)-594-1111 1-800-624-8300

3. Wisp (Deep Creek, MD) (301)-387-5581

46. Nemacolin Woodlands (Farmington, PA) (724)-329-8555 1-800-422-2736
http://www.nemacolin.com/

4. How do I get to WVU?

The easiest way to get to Morgantown, West Virginia is to drive on US 68 through Maryland if you are coming from the east or on US 79 coming from Pennsylvania to the north or from Charleston, WV to the south. If you choose to fly, you can fly directly to Morgantown or Pittsburgh, PA which is about 1 ½ hours to the north. In either case, you will need a rental car to get to your hotel/motel. Detailed maps can be located at www.morgantown.com.

West Virginia University Visitors Center

5. What technology will I need to complete the program?

Teachers will be expected to have access to a computer with on-line Internet capabilities and an e-mail account.

6. How much will the program cost?

Tuition is paid by the credit hour; in-state tuition applies.  Most courses offered in the online program are 3 credits per.  See the Extended Learning Fee Schedule for costs per course. 

 

Updated 12/13/07