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transfer guide
TRANSFER DESTINATION
for Kansas community college students 15 years running
FOR A REASON. At Wichita State, we've held the title of the number one transfer destination in Kansas since 2010—and we couldn’t be prouder. Each year, more than 1,100 transfer students just like you join us to gain a top-notch education and discover all of the real-world experiences that can only be
found in Shocker Nation.
STEPS TO ENROLL AT WICHITA STATE 1.
SEE HOW YOUR CREDITS TRANSFER | Transfer Gateway allows students to see how their credits transfer to different majors, track progress and view a transfer checklist. Visit the Transfer Gateway at wichita.edu/transfergateway.
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GET ADMITTED | Apply online at wichita.edu/apply. We’ll need your completed application, a nonrefundable $40 application fee, and official transcripts from all other colleges and universities you’ve attended. If you have 24 credits or more - only official college transcripts are needed. If you have 24 credits or less - we need official high school transcript or GED and college transcripts. If you have any questions regarding admissions requirements or your admissions status, please call the Office of Admissions at (316) 978-3085.
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APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID | The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens during the fall semester. Apply at studentaid.gov. Be sure to enter Wichita State’s school code (001950). Questions can be directed to the Office of Financial Aid at (316) 978-3430 or finaid@wichita.edu. Be sure to review and apply for some of the hundreds of thousands of dollars in Wichita State and outside scholarship awards posted through our exclusive admitted student scholarship platform, accessible at wichita.edu/scholarshipuniverse.
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REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION | Students will be required to attend a Transfer Orientation program. Visit wichita.edu/orientation for a complete list of orientation options and to RSVP for a program that fits your schedule.
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SCHEDULE A SHOCKER CONNECTION APPOINTMENT | Contact your college advising office to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor. Business..................................................................... Education................................................................... Engineering Aerospace.............................................................. Applied.................................................................. Biomedical............................................................. Electrical & Computer ........................................... Computer Science & Cybersecurity......................... Engineering Technology......................................... Industrial, Systems & Manufacturing.................... Mechanical............................................................. Undecided.............................................................. Fine Arts...................................................................... Health Professions..................................................... Honors College............................................................ Liberal Arts & Sciences...............................................
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(316) 978-3203 (316) 978-3300 (316) 978-6363 (316) 978-2823 (316) 978-3513 (316) 978-3259 (316) 978-3156 (316) 978-2823 (316) 978-2826 (316) 978-3259 (316) 978-6634 (316) 978-3304 (316) 978-3375 (316) 978-4757
Not sure which college your major’s in? See the back for the full list. Scan the QR code to see transfer details for your Kansas community college.
SUBMIT FINAL TRANSCRIPTS | Once you’ve completed all your classes at your previous institution, official transcripts need to be hand-carried in a sealed official school envelope or mailed directly from the college to Wichita State University. Wichita State accepts electronic transcripts sent directly from other colleges through official document vendors; send to admissions@wichita.edu. Learn more at wichita.edu/incomingtranscripts.
BY TRANSFERRING TO WICHITA STATE, YOU'LL HAVE ACCESS TO...
Virtually unlimited opportunities to make connections, build a resume, expand your knowledge and have fun in Kansas’ largest city.
The state’s largest internship program, providing the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience while earning college credit and a paycheck. Plus, Kansas Board of Regents data shows that Wichita State grads earn more and have higher job placement rates for Kansas jobs than students from all other public universities in the state.
$4,000-$6,000 in transfer student scholarships available on a first-come, first-served basis.
275+
campus organizations, ranging from fraternities and sororities to intramural sports and special interest groups.
Student services will help you land a job, stay healthy, do well in class, and provide the individual support you need to make your time as a Shocker successful and enjoyable. More than a dozen industry leaders — such as Boeing, NetApp, Deloitte, and Textron Aviation — have homes on Wichita State’s 120-acre Innovation Campus, where many Shockers find state-of-the-art research and internship opportunities. You’ll also find restaurants, apartmentstyle housing, a YMCA and a Food Truck Plaza.
FREE Tickets to the pulse-raising excitement of Shocker Athletics and the beauty and exhilaration of fine arts performances, a YMCA membership and all of the other perks of being a full-fledged member of Shocker Nation.
WICHITA STATE AT A GLANCE Mascot:
WuShock (Wu for short)
students:
18,458
92% of classes have fewer than 50 students.
tuition and fees
academic Colleges: 8
Barton School of Business College of Education | College of Engineering College of Fine Arts | College of Health Professions Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College Fairmount College of Liberal Arts & Sciences College of Innovation & Design
campuses and satellite locations: 8
Wichita State Main Campus | Wichita State South Wichita State West | Wichita State Old Town Wichita State McConnell Air Force Base Wichita State Online | Shocker Studios Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex Biomedical Campus (opening spring 2027)
Wichita State is the most affordable research university in Kansas. The following are approximate basic tuition rates* for undergraduate residents of Kansas. These costs represent a student enrolling in 15 hours for one semester and do not include additional expenses such as lab fees, special class or college fees, books and housing. Wichita State University • $5,165 per semester Kansas State University • $6,025 per semester University of Kansas • $6,635 per semester Books: $1,250/year (estimated) Parking: $150/year (optional) Athletics Tickets: Included Fine Arts Tickets: Included YMCA Membership: Included City Bus Pass: Included GoCreate Makerspace Membership: Included *These costs were provided by the Kansas Board of Regents website at kansasregents.org
Have a question on what classes to take or what you need to do to complete your enrollment? Follow these steps below: • Step 1: Go to the Wichita State Transfer Gateway Before you get started in the Transfer Gateway, have a copy of your unofficial transcripts on hand. You’ll also have the opportunity to create an account to save your progress. To get started, visit wichita.edu/transfergateway.
Scan the QR code to watch a video tutorial on using the Transfer Gateway.
For general questions about the Gateway, use the "Contact a Counselor" feature in the Gateway to contact a Transfer Admissions Representative.
• Step 2: Enter Your Completed Courses Input your previous college courses to see how your courses transfers toward your degree of interest. • Step 3: Enrollment Checklist Get a personalized checklist tailored to your transfer journey, complete with important application and enrollment deadlines. This customized tool helps you stay organized and on track by outlining next steps. • Step 4: Explore Majors & Careers You can explore and compare up to 3 different majors side by side. This feature allows you to dive deeper into each program by learning about potential career paths, typical job responsibilities, and salary ranges. • Step 5. Transcript Requirement Official transcripts must still be submitted for admission and to complete your final transfer credit evaluation.
DUAL ADVISING HOW TO GET STARTED Go online to wichita.edu/dualadvising and complete a dual advising form.* 2 A Wichita State dual advisor will contact you to schedule an appointment. 1
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Meet with both your community college advisor and your Wichita State advisor each semester. *The dual advising form should only be completed for prospective students coming from a Kansas community college. Check out the Transfer Gateway to see how your credits may transfer to your desired degree by visiting wichita.edu/transfergateway.
The completion of an associate’s degree does not guarantee that all general education requirements needed at Wichita State have been met. By taking advantage of Wichita State’s dual-advising program, you can streamline your transition to becoming a Shocker and achieving your academic goals.
THROUGH DUAL ADVISING, YOU CAN...
• Develop a relationship with a Wichita State advisor who can answer program-specific questions. • Create a course of study that is appropriate to your academic goals. • Reduce unnecessary enrollments — saving time and money. • Receive timely information on deadlines, scholarships, financial aid, and curriculum changes. • Get an inside look at resources available at Wichita State. • Meet with Wichita State faculty before you enroll.
PRO TIPS FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS SCHEDULE A CAMPUS VISIT
Campus visits can be scheduled at wichita.edu/visit and generally include a meeting with an admissions representative, a walking tour of campus, an appointment with someone in your area of academic interest and a tour of campus residence halls. Additional events occur on and off campus all the time, many with specific transfer experiences available, so check the site regularly.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
Transfer Merit Scholarships are available to new incoming direct transfers for fall who enter Wichita State with between 12 and 74 overall transfer credit hours and a minimum 3.25 transfer GPA. Funds are awarded automatically based on admissions information with no additional application required. For Spring merit consideration, student must be fully admitted by Dec 1. For Fall merit consideration, student must be fully admitted by Feb 1. Learn more at wichita.edu/scholarships and be sure to check out the new exclusive scholarship search platform available only to admitted Shockers at wichita.edu/ scholarshipuniverse. In addition to Transfer Merit Scholarships, Wichita State awards more than $110 million each year through a variety of federal, state and university funds (distributed among more than 60% of the Wichita State student body). To ensure you are eligible for all available funds, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov and include Wichita State’s federal code (001950). The FAFSA opens in October this year, so complete and submit it as soon as it's open for federal aid packages awarded through Wichita State. For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid, 203 Jardine Hall, (316) 978-3430 or at wichita.edu/financialaid.
APPLY FOR HOUSING
Wichita State has one main housing option for transfer students: The Flats at Wichita State opened in fall 2017 and offers fully furnished, all-inclusive apartments for upperclassmen and transfer students. Residents enjoy a clubhouse and pool tables. For more information, or to apply online, visit wichita.edu/housing.
LOOK INTO CAMPUS ACTIVITIES AND INTERNSHIPS
No need to wait to start thinking about how you can make the most of your Shocker experience. Explore student organizations, more than 350 annual on-campus events, community service opportunities and much more by visiting wichita.edu/studentlife. As a transfer student, you may be able to jump into an internship experience early in your Wichita State career. See a glimpse of how thousands of other Shockers are getting real-world experience to power up their resumes at wichita.edu/appliedlearning.
READY TO BEGIN YOUR TRANSITION TO WICHITA STATE? Scan the QR code to get admission details and your next steps! •
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COLLEGES AND MAJORS
business
fine arts
honors
Accounting Business Administration Economics •Real Estate Entrepreneurship •Real Estate Finance •Real Estate Hospitality Human Resource Management Information Technology & Management Information Systems International Business Management •Leadership •Project Management Marketing •Digital Marketing •Real Estate
Art •Art History •Art Education •Studio Art -Applied Drawing -Ceramics Media -Community & Social Practice -Painting -Photo Media -Print Media -Sculpture Graphic Design Media Arts •Acting for Digital Arts •Animation •Audio Production •Collaborative Design •Filmmaking •Game Design Music •Composition •Music Industry Studies •Performance -Commercial Music -Instrumental -Jazz Studies -Piano -Piano Pedagogy -Vocal Music Education •Instrumental •Keyboard •Special Education •Vocal Performing Arts •Acting •Dance •Design & Technical Theatre •Musical Theatre •Theatre
Honors Baccalaureate
education Early Childhood Unified Elementary Education Unified Middle Level Education Organizational Leadership & Learning •Corporate & Organizational Wellness •Digital Transformation •E-commerce Strategy •Education & Innovation •Emergency & Public Service Leadership •Hospitality Management •Industrial Automation & Robotics PreK-12 Education •Physical Education •Spanish •French Secondary Education Sport Management Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP)
engineering
health professions
Aerospace Engineering Applied Engineering •Civil & Environmental Engineering •Engineering Management •Process Automation Biomedical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Cybersecurity Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Product Design & Manufacturing Engineering
Athletic Training Audiology Communication Sciences & Disorders Dental Hygiene Exercise Science •Strength & Conditioning Health Administration Health Management Health Science Medical Laboratory Sciences Nursing Physical Therapy Physician Associate Speech Language Pathology
innovation & design Innovation Design
liberal arts & sciences American Sign Language Anthropology Associate of Art Associate of Science Biological Sciences Chemistry Communication •Communication Studies •Integrated Marketing •Journalism and Media Production Criminal Justice •Courts and Law •Criminal Intelligence Economics English •Creative Writing •Language and Literature Field Majors •Biochemistry •Chemistry/Business •Forensic Science •International Studies •Women’s Ethnicity and •Intersectional Studies General Studies Geology History Homeland Security Linguistics, Applied Mathematics/Statistics Modern and Classical Languages and Literature •Bilingual •French •Latin •Spanish Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-professional Programs •Chiropractic •Dentistry •Law •Medicine •Optometry •Pharmacy •Podiatry •Veterinary Medicine Psychology Social Work Sociology
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