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If you’re ready to take the next step in your education, JWU is a top destination for transfer students. Why? We make transferring simple, accessible and fast for every student. You probably have some questions about the process — don’t worry, we have the answers.
What makes JWU the place for you?
We’re known for our unique approach to experiential education, but you’ll also enjoy:
• A choice of two campuses: Charlotte, North Carolina or Providence, Rhode Island.
• An average class size of 20 students to give you more face time with industry-experienced faculty.
• Labs and classrooms that are custom designed to give you hands-on experiences that will strengthen your skills.
• Your choice of 35+ undergraduate programs universitywide.
Why do transfer students choose JWU?
Transfer students choose JWU because of our fast and accessible transfer process. Here, you’ll find:
• A liberal transfer policy that maximizes the number of your transferable credits.
• Dedicated transfer counselors to guide you through the whole process.
• A Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) to provide a seamless admission process.
• Prior Learning Assessment options available to give you credit for past experiences.
• Scholarships available specifically for transfer students.
Will your credits transfer?
Our transfer counselors will work closely with you to transfer as many of your credits as possible. And you can try our Transfer Evaluation System (TES) to see how your current courses compare to JWU courses.
How do you apply?
For starters, there is no fee to apply to JWU! Your high school and college transcripts are required. Submitting test scores, essays or portfolios is optional.
Johnson & Wales University accepts transfer applications for both the fall and spring semesters on a rolling basis, with a final deadline for each term. See all upcoming deadlines and send in your application at apply.jwu.edu.
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