Transfer Admissions
“It wasn’t what I expected.” “The school was just too big.” “I want something closer to home.” “ I’m ready to pursue my four year degree.”
You attended a college or university, and for one reason or another, you are looking at other options. Webber International University understands what a student who is looking to transfer is going through. You want to know how many credits are going to transfer? Will this be a better fit for you? Do we offer the major that you are looking for?
One thing we do offer is personal attention, and we are here to help you answer these questions and any others that you may have in the quickest possible manner. We know that you have a lot to consider when choosing the next college or university that you will attend, and we have staff ready to assist you in making the best informed decision.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
For Fall acceptance, students must submit applications by August 1. Applications received between August 2 - 20 will be required to pay a $200 late fee. For Spring acceptance, applications must be submitted by December 1. And applications for Summer acceptance must be submitted by April 1.
Applicants are notified of their status within 3 weeks of completion of the application. Available seats are filled on a first come, first serve basis.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
15 or more attempted college level semester hours
Items to be submitted:
-WIU Admissions Application
-$35 Non-Refundable Application Fee
-Official Transcripts from ALL Colleges and Universities attended (even if courses were not completed)
-Transfer Clearance Form from all Colleges and Universities reviously attended.
If you have not attempted a minimum of 15 College Level semester hours, you will be required to submit your official high school transcripts and official SAT and/or ACT scores in addition to the above items.
ADMISSIONS STANDARDS
Transfer students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.0. Please be advised that grade forgiveness is not considered in the calculation of a cumulative GPA. Transfer students must also be eligible socially to return to all previous colleges and universities.
All former WIU students who wish to return to the University after a period of absence of one (1) semester or more must re-apply. In addition, they must submit a well written essay stating why they left, what they have been doing, and why they wish to return to Webber.
TRANSFER POLICY
Once you have submitted your application, application fee, and official transcripts, you will receive a transfer evaluation form completed by the Registrar’s Office based on the major you have selected. For more information on transferring credits click here.