Transfer Admissions

Whether you’re looking for your next step or your new home, we’re here to welcome you and help guide you through the transfer process. In fact, 30% of our students across campus have transferred from somewhere else, so you’ll be in great company!

When you join our community, you’ll find a diverse campus filled with new ideas, huge opportunities, faculty who will challenge you to be your best, and friends for life.

Who Is a Transfer Student

At WCU, you’re a transfer student if you:

  • Attended a trade school
  • Attended a vocational school
  • Attended a community college
  • Attended a 4-year college or university
  • Attended WCU on a  non-degree basis
  • Performed military service

If you attended WCU as a degree student for at least one semester but did not register for classes for three or more consecutive semesters, you can apply as a readmit applicant.

Transfer Pathways

WCU has many pathways for transfer students to pursue including co- and dual admissions, articulation agreements, the PA Passport, and Program to Program (P2P) options. Or, check out our transfer policy.

Admissions Process

Transfer applications are evaluated on a rolling basis once all information has been received and processed. The committee prioritizes applicants with the strongest academic credentials and notifies them of a decision upon completion. Other candidates may be required to submit additional information or will be referred to the committee for a second review.

We recommend that you complete the application process early in the semester prior to enrolling (spring completion for fall enrollment, fall completion for spring enrollment). Certain academic programs may close earlier. If enrollment limits are met before this time, admissions will be closed.

The evaluation process for your application and supporting materials may take up to three weeks.

How to Apply

  1. Pay a $45 non-refundable application fee online by credit card. If you are eligible to use an application fee waiver, please refer to the  WCU Fee Waiver Policy. 
  2. Complete the application for admission. 
  3. Send your official college transcript(s) from all institutions attended: by email to ugadmiss@wcupa.edu, or by postal service to: 
    West Chester University 
    Office of Undergraduate Admissions 
    Wayne Hall, 6th Floor 
    125 W. Rosedale Avenue 
    West Chester, PA 19383 
  4. If you have earned fewer than 24 credits at the time of your application, you must ALSO submit an official final high school transcript 
  5. Are you a veteran or active military member? Review these important instructions before applying. 
  6. If English is not your native language, you must show proof of English proficiency. This can be in the form of satisfactory TOEFL or IELTS scores, or the completion of ELS Level 112. 
  7. If you have attended school outside of the US, your transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved company like: 

The NACES-approved company should perform a course-by-course credential evaluation of your previous studies. It is the student's responsibility to contact an approved credential evaluation service, pay for the translation services, and provide necessary documentation to the Office of Admissions. Applications will not be considered without this information. 

Your application is not considered complete until all necessary documentation is received by the Office of Admissions. WCU reserves the right to withdraw an application if the required information is not received. 

Checking Your Application Status 

To check the status of your application, please refer to your admissions portal. If you have any questions about your application, you may email Undergraduate Admissions. You will receive an email response within 3-5 business days. Please note: The evaluation process for your application and supporting materials can take up to three weeks. Please allow for processing time before checking your status. 

Transfer Requirements 

A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 is required for consideration but is not a guarantee for admission. Students with cumulative GPAs between 2.00 - 2.49 may be deferred until later in the review cycle. Certain majors have more selective requirements and enrollment limitations: 

Additional Transfer Program Requirements  

Credit Evaluation

Credits are evaluated by the Office of the Registrar. To view the most recent course equivalencies, please visit the  Office of the Registrar website.

To explore how your credits might transfer, use the  Transfer Credit Estimator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I learn more about WCU’s programs? 

The Find Your Path option in the course catalog lets you explore 120+ majors, minors, and undergraduate certificates WCU offers! Once you find a program you’re interested in, you can explore our program pages, department pages, and even reach out to faculty. You can also check the individual colleges to learn more about classrooms, lab spaces, and student life within the different areas of WCU. 

College Websites 

Should I apply as a Readmit student? 

If you previously completed at least one semester of course work at West Chester University as a degree seeking candidate, but haven’t registered for classes at the University for three or more consecutive semesters, you should apply as a  Readmit Student. If it has been less than three semesters since you registered for class, you should speak to an advisor about registration.  

Are there special admission requirements, such as completing Basic Skills Testing, for Education major? 

Yes, please see our additional program requirements .

What is the Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Academic Passport Policy? 

The PASSHE Academic Passport Policy states that any community college student with an AA/AS degree in a transfer or college parallel program from an accredited public Pennsylvania community college, or any student attending another System (SSHE) university with at least 12 credit hours of college level work with a 2.0 GPA or higher, can be admitted to WCU if they apply within the established WCU time frame. Admission to a specific curriculum at WCU will be determined by WCU, based upon the same criteria required for all other transfer students. 

Please view the Academic Passport Information page on the Registrar website for more information. 

If accepted, how do I register for classes? 

After you make your enrollment deposit, you will receive your RamNet ID information. When you login and setup your account, you will receive information about contacting your academic adviser. Your adviser will help you register for your classes. We encourage you to schedule your advising appointment early. 

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