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Will I Get Credit?
Transfer Credit
WIU reviews credit from any regionally accredited institution all over the country. Official transcripts are required for transfer credit.
Remedial Coursework
Counted toward the minimum credits needed for admission but does not count toward transfer credit. Counted toward GPA.
External Credit
WIU reviews credits completed through military training, dual credit, Advanced Placement, College-Level Equivalency, and International Baccalaureate programs.
Admissions Scholarship Deadlines?
All WIU Transfer Scholarships have an application priority deadline of August 1 for Fall 2026 and January 1 for Spring 2026 and are awarded on a first come, first served basis subject to the availability of funding. Students must be registered by August 28 for fall and January 23 for spring.
There is no deadline for admissions applications but you will not be able to register after the first week of classes.
Official vs. Unofficial Transcripts?
WIU accepts unofficial and official transcripts to make an admissions decision. Official transcripts are sent directly from each previous school. Official transcripts are required to register for classes. All final official transcripts from each previous school must be on file with WIU prior to the term in which you intend to start classes.
Have an Associate Degree already?
Students with an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree from any regionally accredited college in the United States will enter Western with their University General Education requirements met and be guaranteed admission.
School of Education Requirements
• 2.0 GPA for Early Childhood
• 2.5 GPA for Elementary Education, Middle Level Education, Special Education, and Secondary Education EXCEPT History (2.75 GPA for History)
TRANSFER GUIDES
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Nursing Deadlines and Minimum Requirements (Competitive
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• Students apply to the School of Nursing separately through the Centralized Application Service (CAS).
• Students must have a complete application on file by March 1 for fall admission.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale and at least a C+ or better in all Nursing support course.
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Substantial Earnings
• #1 in graduate earnings among Illinois public universities, as recognized by Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education
High Student Access
• #2 in access statewide — which means we serve a diverse, inclusive student body
Military Friendly
• Nationally recognized Military Friendly School
A Top Public University
• AACSB Accredited Business Program (Top 2% Worldwide)
• National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
• WIU is consistently ranked for value, impact, and academic quality as a “Best Midwestern College” for 21 years by The Princeton Review
• Top 25% Transfer Friendliness
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
Accountancy ∞
Agriculture ◊
• Agricultural Business
• Agricultural Science
• Agriculture Teacher Education (6-12) *
Anthropology ∞
Applied Economics ∞
Art ◊
• Art Studio
• Art Teacher Education (K-12) *
• Graphic Design
Biology
• Environmental Biology
• Medical Sciences (Pre-Health Professionals)
• Microbiology
• Science/Biology Teacher Education *
• Zoology
Broadcasting & Journalism ◊
Business Administration
• Business Analytics ∞
• Economics ∞
• Finance ◊ ∞
• Human Resource Management ∞
• Management ∞
• Marketing ∞
• Supply Chain Management ∞
Chemistry ◊
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Pharmacy
• Science/Chemistry Teacher Education *
Clinical Laboratory Science
Communication ◊ ∞
Computer Science ◊
Construction Management
Cybersecurity
Educational Studies ◊
Electrical Engineering + ²
Elementary Education
• Early Childhood Education (Birth-2) + *
• Elementary Education (1-6) + *
• English as a Second Language Ed. (9-12) • *
• Multilingual Education + *
Emergency Management ◊ ∞
Engineering Technology + English
• Creative Writing
• English Teacher Education *
• Literature and Language
• Professional Writing
Exercise Science
Fire Protection Services ◊
• Fire Administration ∞
• Fire Science
Foreign Languages & Cultures
• French
• French Teacher Education (K-12) *
• Spanish
• Spanish Teacher Education (K-12) *
Forensic Chemistry ◊
General Studies ◊ ∞
Geographic Information Science ◊
• Geoenvironment & Planning ∞
• Geospatial Science ∞
Health Services Management ◊
History ◊
• History ∞
• History - Teacher Education (9-12) *
• Pre-Law
Information Systems
Law Enforcement & Justice Administration ◊ ∞
Liberal Arts and Sciences
• African American Studies
• Paired Minors
Management ◊ ∞
Mathematics ◊
• Actuarial Science
• Data Science and Statistics
• Mathematics
• Mathematics Teacher Education *
Mechanical Engineering + ²
Meteorology ◊
• Applied Meteorology
• Operational Meteorology
Middle Level Education (5-8) *
Music
• Applied Music
• Music Business
• Music Teacher Education (K-12) *
• Music Therapy
Musical Theatre
Nursing
Nutrition & Dietetics
Nutrition & Foodservice Management
Physical Education *
Physics
• Engineering Physics
• Science/Physics Teacher Education *
• Standard Physics
Political Science ◊
• Government and Politics
• Pre-Law
Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Psychology
Public Health
Public Relations
Recreation, Park & Tourism Administration ◊
Social Work
Sociology ◊ ∞
Special Education (K-12) *
Speech Pathology & Audiology
• Speech Language Pathology Assistant
• Speech Pathology and Audiology
Theatre
• Performance
• Production/Design
UNDERGRADUATE MINORS
Accountancy
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural Technology
Management
Agriculture
Agronomy
Algorithms and Data
Management
American Sign Language
Animal Science
Anthropology
App Development
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Applied Mathematics
Art History
Art Studio
Broadcasting and Journalism
Business
Business Analytics
Cannabis and Culture
Cannabis Cultivation
Chemistry
Coaching
Communication
Computer Science
Computer Science
Education
Conceptual Physics
Construction and Facilities
Technology
Corrections
Creative Writing
Criminalistics
Cybersecurity
Dance Economics
Educational Studies
Emergency Management
Emergency Management (Operational)
Emergency Management (Tactical)
English
Environmental Studies
Event Planning and Management
Film
Finance
Fire Administration
Fire Science
Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Psychology
Forensic Science
French
Geographic Information Systems
Geography
Geology
Global Politics
Graphic Design
Health Communication History
Homeland Security
INTEGRATED 5-YEAR MASTER’S DEGREES
Business Administration (MBA)
Chemistry
College Student Personnel
Communication
Computer Science
Educational Studies
GIScience and Geoenvironment History
Museum Studies
Human Resource Management
Industrial Technology
Information Systems
Information Technology
International Business
International Studies
Jazz Studies
Latinx Studies
Law and Society
Law Enforcement and Justice Administration
Legal Studies
Management
Manufacturing Technology
Marketing
Mathematics
Mental Health
Microbiology
Middle Level Literacy
Teaching
Middle Level Mathematics
Teaching
Middle Level Science
Teaching
Middle Level Social Studies
Teaching
Music
Music Business
Natural Resources
Conservation
Network Technologies
Nonprofit Administration
Nutrition
Occupational Safety
Operations Management
Philosophy
Physics
Plant Breeding
Political Science
Pre MBA
Precision Agriculture
Professional Writing
Psychology
Public Administration and Public Service
Queer Studies
Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
Religious Studies
Security Administration
Social Media
Sociology
Spanish
Stage Combat
Supply Chain Management
Sustainable Business
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Theatre
Weather and Climate
Women’s Studies
Zoology
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PREP
Political Science
Public Safety Administration
Recreation, Park & Tourism
Administration
Sociology
Sport Management
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Forestry
Pre-Health (Pre-Medicine)
Pre-Law (History)
Pre-Law (Political Science)
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Room to Grow Here
SUPPORT SERVICES
Career Services: 500+ employers recruit WIU students annually
Academic Support: Free tutoring, Writing Center, and specialized advising Counseling & Wellness: Therapy, mental health support, and wellness programs
Disability Resources: Works with students on accommodation requests
Food Pantry: Provides free food and personal care items to students in need
Room Options
Living on campus is a great way to make lifelong friends.
Choose from single, super single, or double room styles - wiu.edu/housing for 360 degree room views.
Meal plans are available to all students, whether you live on or off campus.
Living-Learning Communities at WIU
Choose the Transfer Year Experience or Over Age of 21 community floor options to live with other transfer students.
Experience campus life: Game days, Homecoming, First Wednesday Art Nights, Bingo Nights, Rockython Dance Marathon, and more—all FREE!
Join a sorority or fraternity: Choose from National Panhellenic, Interfraternity, Multicultural Councils
Clubs & Organizations: 200+ options, including Minorities in Blue, Hoof and Horn, and more.
Transfer Student Org:
Connect with fellow transfer students who share your journey! Join this vibrant community to help you make friends and enjoy fun-filled activities.
The Multicultural Center recognizes and invites students from all backgrounds to build community together.
Casa Latina Cultural Center
Gwendolyn Brooks Cultural Center
LGBT*QA Resource Center Women’s Center
“I was invited to attend the Professional Development Conference before transferring here, and it was an unforgettable experience. A few months later, I attended Transfer Day, where a professor not only remembered me but acknowledged me during his presentation on stage. The attention to detail was evident. I knew I made a good decision by picking WIU."
Sophia Gugliotta, Recreation, Park, Tourism, Hospitality (RPTH)
Paying for your Degree
Submit a current year FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid with WIU as a school choice prior to the start of the semester of award.
Transfer Commitment (automatic award)
Apply by January 1, 2026 for spring semester and by August 1, 2026 for fall semester.
Eligible for full or part-time students
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship (automatic award)
Apply by January 1, 2026 for spring semester and by August 1, 2026 for fall semester.
3.50+
GPA on 4.0 scale
3.25-3.49
GPA on 4.0 scale
3.00-3.24
GPA on 4.0 scale Up to $2,000 (Annually) Up to $1,500 (Annually) Up to $1,000 (Annually) Up to $8,000 (Over 4 years) Up to $6,000 (Over 4 years) Up to $4,000 (Over 4 years)
• Incoming freshman or transfer student • Member of Phi Theta Kappa at a community college $1,000 1st year scholarship
Alonzo Ruffin, Biology
Applying for Admission:
Transfer Admission Requirements:
2.0+ cumulative college GPA and 24 semester hours
Complete an online application at go.wiu.edu/apply
Pay the $30 application fee or send fee waiver
Submit a current schedule of in-progress courses
Send us your unofficial or official transcripts
Military Service? Submit DD-214 or certificate of basic training
