Mr. Daniel Webster
Director of Enrollment and Marketing | Instructor of Music and Theology
Your Welch Journey Continues!
The Admissions Team is here to help you have a smooth transition into life as a Welch College student. #WelchBound
Important Links for Admitted Students
Opening Days Schedule
Dates to Remember
Important Contact List
Payment Schedule
Insurance and Health Information
Important Offices for Admitted Students
As an incoming student at Welch College, you will want to become acquainted with these four offices.
Academic Office
After you arrive on campus, everything related to academics (your grades, degree program, class schedule, etc.) is handled by the Academic Office. Until that time, your admissions counselor can help you with most things.
Financial Aid and the Business Office
Anything related to money is handled by the Financial Aid Office or the Business Office. If it pertains to receiving things like scholarships and loans, you should speak with Financial Aid (finaid@welch.edu). When it comes to paying your bill, you should speak with the Business Office (studentbilling@welch.edu).
Student Services
The Office of Student Services is your main point of contact for everything non-academic and non-financial. You can reach Dr. Forlines (Vice President of Student Services and Dean of Students) and Mrs. Susan Forlines (Dean of Women) at studentservices@welch.edu.
If you are a dorm student, you can also reach out to your Resident Directors.
- Mrs. Whitney Lute (whitney.lute@welch.edu) serves as Resident Director for the women’s residence hall.
- Mr. Brandon Presley (brandon.presley@welch.edu) serves as Resident Director for the men’s residence hall.
Dining Services
If you have questions about the dining hall or concerns about dietary issues, feel free to contact Mr. Diogo Oliveira (diningservices@welch.edu) who serves as the Food Service Director.
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Frequently Asked Questions
resources for admitted students
DORM STUDENTS
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When do I need to be on campus?
Please consult the Opening Days Schedule (if available) linked at the top of this page.
What do I do when I arrive?
Follow the Welch signs to the Student Activities Center. You will check in with Enrollment Services; Welch students and the Enrollment staff will greet you and direct you to your dorm room.
How do I request a roommate?
What is the cost of a dorm room and meal plan?
What do dorm rooms look like?
- 2 students are in each room; 4 students in each suite
- 2 rooms (4 students) share one toilet and stand-up shower
- Each room (2 students) has its own sink
- Each room is set up with 2 beds, 2 chairs, 2 desks, 2 closets and 1 chest of drawers (Upper classmen get the upper drawers.)
- The carpeted area of the room is 11 ft. (the window wall) x 12 ft.
- Each closet is 3.5 ft. wide; each desk is 2.5 ft. x 3.5 ft.
Which bed should I choose?
What do I bring?
PRO TIP: Gallatin/Hendersonville has a variety of discount and name-brand stores close to Welch College. It is best not to overbuy before coming. If you are not sure about some items, we suggest waiting until you are settled to finish buying necessities here in Gallatin.
Room Basics
- Bed linens – XL twin, blanket, and pillow
- Towels and washcloths
- Clothing and Toiletries (Bring clothes seasonally as closet space is limited (approximately 35” wide)
- Hand sanitizer, masks, Lysol spray/alcohol wipes
- Basic room supplies: desk lamps, alarm clock, hangers, wastebaskets, and liners
- Laundry items: laundry bag, laundry basket, detergent, coins for washers and driers
- Basic study supplies (pens, paper, notebooks, etc.)
- Lawn Chair (for chapel on The Quad)
Optional Suggestions
- Floor lamp
- Mattress pad
- Throw rug
- Power strip
- Desk chair (basic chair is provided)
- Small bookshelf
- Computer (All dorm rooms, student center, library, and other select locations are equipped with WiFi.)
- Coffee pot, toaster (not toaster over)
- Iron (optional: Ironing Board)
- Cleaning supplies (broom/dustpan, mop, Windex, tub cleaner, etc.)
- Closet curtain (A shower curtain works since there is no door on the closets) (NOTE: You may wish to wait until you arrive on campus to coordinate some of these purchases with your roommate.
Consult the Resident Director for instructions concerning hanging things on walls. Nothing is to be hung on the doors.
What should I leave at home?
(Not an exhaustive list. If in doubt, please call ahead.)
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- Pets (except fish: 10-gallon tank limit)
- Wall tacks, nails, screws, or tape on walls (except Command TM Brand wall mounting strips).
- Microwaves, skillets, sandwich-makers, grills, hot plates, toaster ovens, heat lamps, halogen lamps, heaters
- Barbells
- Flammable items such as candles and incense.
- Televisions, DVD players, or electronic media for similar purposes.
- Fireworks
- Drum sets
NOTE: Firearms, ammunition, or other lethal devices, pellet guns, air-soft guns, paintball guns, slingshots, water balloons, bows & arrows, machetes, swords, knives with blades more than four inches, or any other similar items are not permitted.
With prior approval from the Vice President for Student Services these items may be brought and stored out of the rooms according to the VP’s instructions.
Can I stay in the dorm over break or return early?
Is there a place to store personal items (including bikes) during summer break?
Can I leave my car on campus during summer break?
No.
What are the bathroom arrangements in the dorms?
Do I need insurance for my personal belongings?
Are there laundry facilities on campus?
What is my campus mailing address?
For Post Office Mail, UPS, or FedEx
Welch College
Attn: Student Name
1045 Bison Trail
Gallatin, TN 37066
Are freshmen allowed to have cars on campus?
Yes.
What are the requirements for having a vehicle on campus?
At registration, Student Services will need to have all of your vehicle information (year, make, model, color, and license plate number) to register your car. You will be assigned a parking zone and given a parking sticker to display on your back windshield. Liability insurance is required for all vehicles.
Only one vehicle per student is allowed. Do not bring any other items that require storage on Welch College grounds (i.e. boats, trailers, etc.)
Can a dorm student have a motorcycle on campus?
I have a non-motorized bicycle. Can I bring it?
COMMUTER STUDENTS
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Who is allowed to live off campus?
Single students must live on campus unless they meet at least one of the following approved exceptions*:
- Live with parents
- Live with grandparents
- 25 years of age or older at the beginning of the semester for which a student requests permission
- Served at least 6 years in the military (full-time)
- Already received a B.S. / B.A.
- Take six (6) hours or less on campus during the semester for which a student requests permission (fall and spring semesters)
- Starting sixth year as a full-time student (must produce official transcripts showing ten completed semesters of full-time course work).
*This arrangement is only considered approved after the student has received prior written permission from the Vice President for Student Services and is subject for review at any time.
Does the college provide a meal plan option for commuting students?
Are there laundry facilities available on campus for commuter students?
Can I receive mail on campus?
You may receive mail at:
Welch College
Attn: Your Name
1045 Bison Trail
Gallatin, TN 37066
Do I need to register my car?
At registration, Student Services will need to have all of your car information (year, make, model, color, and license plate number) to register your car. You will receive a parking sticker to place on your back windshield and assigned a zone to park in.
Liability insurance is required for all vehicles.
Where do I park on campus?
Is WIFI available on campus?
CAMPUS LIFE
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What books do I need for class? How do I order my books?
Is my health insurance good in Tennessee?
Should I bring a copy of my insurance card?
Is accident insurance available?
Am I required to have health insurance?
Does the college provide information about purchasing a basic health insurance policy?
Admissions Resources
Academic Catalog
Financial Aid
Campus Map
How Are We Doing?
Student Handbook
Admissions
We’re Here to Help!
Mr. Daniel Webster
Director of Enrollment and Marketing | Instructor of Music and Theology