Frequently Asked Questions

Everyone has questions about what college life will be like. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions of incoming DWC students. If you have others, feel free to call us at 1.800.325.6876 or email us at admissions@dwc.edu or check out the rest of our website. 

Flight Related

Our current student body consists of approximately 600 day students and an additional 550 continuing studies students.

Approximately 80% of our day students reside in our residence halls [Fremont, Lincoln, Franklin, Gates Hall, Baddour Hall and Townhouses].

Our female population is around 20%, male 80%.

DWC students represent 25 states and 16 countries.

Student/faculty ratio is 14:1. The average class size is 17 (this amount does vary and there are maximum limits).

There are writing and math/science support centers as well as tutorial help in most courses available free of charge to all students. In addition, our faculty are very accessible.

Lincoln Hall – Lincoln Hall is a completely smoke free building. Most rooms have built-in desk space, dressers, beds, mattresses and closets. The 3^rd floor of Lincoln Hall is home to the "Extended Quiet Hours" living option, where the residents share a special respect for each other’s need for quiet. Lincoln Hall has mostly double rooms and a few triple rooms.

Fremont Hall – Fremont Hall is the second largest residence hall on campus. Most rooms have built-in desks, dressers and closets.  Bed and mattresses are also included.  Smoking is not allowed.  Fremont has mostly double rooms and a few triple rooms. As Fremont houses over 120 students.  There is a large lounge on the first floor in which there is vending machines and a large 35" television with basic cable.

Gates Hall – Gates Hall is the second newest hall on campus.  Gates is a completely smoke free building.  All rooms in Gates Hall are double rooms, with the potential of triple capacity. They are 11’10" x 16’4" with a ceiling height of 10’. Each room is furnished with a desk, bookcase, chair, bed, mattress and dresser for each student. There are two large closets (2’6" x 3’) in each room. Gates hall is a co-ed dorm with the bottom floor being women and the top floor being primarily men. Gates Hall is popular among returning students and is available to new students on a limited basis.

Franklin Hall – Franklin Hall is a co-ed hall, with the third floor being exclusively for women.  Franklin Hall is a smoke free building.  Franklin Hall is primarily singles and 6 premium double rooms. Franklin is generally available only to returning students. It is open to new students on a very limited basis. 

Baddour Hall – Baddour Hall is the newest and largest residence hall on campus. Baddour Hall houses approximately 140 students, from first year students through seniors.  A variety of living options are available, from traditional singles, doubles and triples to suites.  Each room contains a closet, dresser, desk, bed, and mattress.  The building contains some wings that are single-sex and some that are co-ed.  The building has a lounge on each floor, a laundry room, two study rooms, and a storage room for bicycles.  Baddour Hall is a smoke free building.

What are the residence halls like?

Freshmen at DWC generally live in doubles (two students per room), or triples. All rooms at DWC provide Internet access, phone, and are wired for cable. The student contracts directly with the cable company. Typically the cable company comes and sets up a table in the College Center during the first week of school for students to sign-up for plans.

When will I find out who my roommate(s)is?

Roommate assignments will be mailed out the first week of August.
 

There are a limited number of single rooms available. These are reserved for upper-class students.

Beds in the residence halls are a standard twin size. Extended length mattresses are available in limited quantities upon request.  Please call Residence Life at 603.577.6580 or e-mail Residence Life at Reslife@dwc.edu 

Is smoking permitted in the residence halls?

All residence halls are smoke-free with exception to the Townhouses.

Can I bring my pet?

The only pets that are allowed on campus are non-carnivorous fish.

Are microwaves, refrigerators and other appliances allowed in the residence halls?

Microwaves no larger than 1.0 cubic-foot and refrigerators no larger than 4.0 cubic-feet are allowed in the residence halls. If you are thinking of bringing these items to campus, you should talk to your roommates first to coordinate who brings what. No resistance heating elements are allowed (e.g. toasters, toaster ovens, space heaters, etc.).

Are laundry facilities available on campus?

Each residence hall has laundry facilities.  The campus uses a laundry-card system.  Students put a prepaid amount on the smart-card and place it in the machines for both washing and drying.  It's $1 a wash and $1 a dry and no less than $5 can be put on the card at one time.

Are freshmen permitted to live off campus?

Only if they live within commuting distance to the college.

What should I bring with me to campus?

We suggest the following items to bring with you:

• personal computer
• stereo (tapes/CDs)
• UL^® approved power strip
• alarm clock
• desk lamp
• television/VCR
• refrigerator (4 cubic feet or less)
• microwave (1 cubic feet or less)
• printer

Sport and recreational equipment

• football/basketball
• baseball glove/bat
• roller blades
• volleyball
• frisbee
• bike
• skiis

Miscellaneous

• calendar/appt. book
• telephone
• roll of quarters
• envelopes/stamps
• hangers
• laundry bags
• sewing kit
• plants
• throw rug
• hand mirror
• small trash can
• iron

What kind of activities does the college offer?

DWC offers a host of activities for our students.

Our athletic department offers competition in NCAA Division III sports including: men's and women's cross-country, soccer, and basketball. Women can also participate in intercollegiate NCAA softball and volleyball, while men can play NCAA baseball and lacrosse.

Those students who are looking for other activities will not be disappointed. Daniel Webster students can choose from a whole host of student organizations, programs and activities. Among them are: Student Activities Board, Student Senate, The Eagle Insider (DWC's school newspaper), Yearbook, Jazz Band, RC Club, Paintball Club, Ice Hockey Club, Theatre Guild, Gaming Guild, AFROTC, Army ROTC, Campus Crusade for Christ, Alpha Chi (Honor Society), Film Society, Multi-Media Club, AAAE (American Association of Airport Executives), Phit Beta Lambda Business Honor Society, Recycling Committee, Society for Sport Management, Friends of the Community, Women of Webster (WOW) and much more!!!

DWC also invites comedians, musicians, politicians, business leaders and others to entertain, enlighten and inform our campus community.

Does DWC have any type of religious activities?

Yes.  Campus Crusade for Christ is a recognized student organization that meets regularly on campus with their faculty advisor. The group provides opportunities to its members for Bible Study, worship, fellowship, and spiritual encouragement.

Do most students stay on campus on weekends?

It depends. There is a scheduled event on campus every weekend, and many students choose to stay. But, because we are centrally located, there's lots to do off campus as well. On weekends, many students take advantage of DWC's proximity to Boston, the White Mountains, and the New Hampshire seacoast.

Yes. All students must register their vehicle to obtain a parking sticker, which is issued free of charge.

Is there any way for students to get around if they don't have a car?

Yes, there is public transportation located near campus. In addition, many students team up with those who have cars on campus.

Do we have an ATM on Campus?

Yes in the Common Thread, which is the student center/union.

Is there an infirmary or health facility on campus?

Yes. The Health Center is staffed by a full-time nurse practitioner during normal business hours.

What is the food like in the Dining Hall?

It's great! Meals at Daniel Webster are prepared by the folks from Aramark. Aramark has years of experience in planning and preparing meals for large institutions. There are many choices offered at each meal.  There are two meal plans offered: 

• a 19 meal plan which includes 3 meals per weekday and then brunch and dinner on the weekend.  
• a 10 meal plan which includes ten meals anytime during the week and a declining balance of $215 on a students ID which can be used if a student has guests, a student goes over the 10 meals in one week, or in the after-hours Grill Works.

Aramark commonly sets up a table in the dining hall the first week of classes so students can decide and sign-up for what meal plan he or she would prefer.

The dining hall is open 6:30am to 6:30pm during the week and 10:00am to 6:00pm on the weekends.  The Grill Works is open from 7:00pm to 11:30pm everyday. 

It is not unusual to see faculty and staff join the students for lunch and dinner in the dining hall.

Are students required to have a computer?

No. DWC provides over 150 state-of-the-art computers, and printers, and one lab is reserved solely for student use, meaning there is never class held in the lab.  Computer lab hours are Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 12:00am.  On Friday and the weekends the hours are shortened due to less of a demand.  Also, during exam week the labs are commonly open 8:00am to 3:00am.  Many students choose to bring their own computer, but it is not required.

Do you offer any ROTC programs?

Yes. DWC offers Air Force ROTC on campus and in conjunction with the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. DWC also offers Army ROTC through the University of New Hampshire.

Do students do internships, or is there any other way they may gain experience?

Yes. Students are strongly encouraged to perform internships and, in many cases, internships are a core requirement. DWC offers many exciting internship possibilities that allow students to sample, first hand, the opportunities available in their chosen fields. Some of our students prefer to arrange their own internships using their personal connections. Most of our students benefit from DWC's extensive network of professional connections. Our students have interned at places such as Fidelity Investments, Compaq, the Cleveland Cavaliers, American Airlines, United Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Tiffany’s, Puma, Coca-Cola, The Federal Aviation Administration, and many more.