* Transfer Student Options

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These pages are currently under revision, and may not have a complete list of programs. Please contact Hannah Nevitt to explore all program options.

WWU Transfer students are able to pursue Education Abroad (EdAbroad) through Study Abroad ProvidersWWU Global Learning Faculty-led Programs, and direct enrollment at a host university abroad. 

Below are some program options for transfer students to consider. We have chosen a set of programs and locations ideal for transfer students, based on a variety of factors:

  • Availability of 200/300 level coursework 
  • Deadline considerations - since most transfer students will not yet have a WWU GPA at time of application
  • Do not require letters of recommendation, or flexibility for the letters to come from High School instructors or former institutions

Please note there are other options available beyond what is listed. 

This is not a guaranteed list for credit transfer. Students must obtain department advisor approval for fulfilling degree requirements. 

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Advisor

Krista Mantello, MBA

Program Manager

Office: Remote/Miller Hall 205A

Advising Info

Transfer Student Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be fully admitted to WWU before beginning the EdAbroad application.
  • Students will need to pay the $300 Admissions Office confirmation fee in order to have their WWU student record created.
  • Participation limited to Study Abroad ProvidersWWU Global Learning Faculty-led Programs, or direct enrollment options.
  • Transfer students cannot participate in WWU Exchanges *unless they have been at WWU for at least one term prior to program application, and have a WWU GPA by our exchange deadlines.

After you decide on a program and the courses you will take abroad, you must complete the Departmental Academic Advising Esign Form with your academic advisor. Please do not contact departmental advisors prior to being fully admitted to WWU. The form must be completed before your program commences.   

Review Your Degree Works  

Web4U > Student > Student Records > Degree Works. Follow steps to see what you have completed, and what you still need for your degree plan. At least 50% of the credit hours required for the major/minor must be earned at Western.   

An official transcript from your program must be sent to Education Abroad for processing upon completion of your program.  

Additional Info  

Program Options

Study Abroad Provider

  • Independent organizations that facilitate or administer study abroad programs for students
  • Quarter, semester, academic year, calendar year, and summer
  • Pay a program fee that includes tuition, housing, etc. (varies)
  • More services provided
  • Often includes excursions, onsite pickup, varied housing options
  • Part time internships can be available for credit

Faculty-led Global Learning Program

  • WWU faculty organize and lead academic programs abroad
  • Quarter, summer, and academic breaks
  • Earn WWU credits and learn from WWU faculty abroad while studying with other WWU students
  • Pay tuition and fees at WWU in addition to a program fee for onsite costs

Research, Fellowships & Grants

Africa

Ghana

USAC - University of Ghana, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter

Morocco

South Africa

USAC - Stellenbosch University, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter

Asia

China

Japan

Nepal

Singapore

CIEE - Open Campus Singapore, Spring Semester, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter

South Korea

USAC Kookmin University, Spring Semester, Fall Quarter, Academic Year

Thailand

Central America

Belize

Wildlands Studies - Belize, Summer Quarter

Costa Rica

Europe

Croatia

API - Croatia - Business, Communications, STEM, Spring Semester, Fall Quarter, Academic Year

Czech Republic

Denmark

CIEE - Summer in Copenhagen, Summer Quarter

England

France

Germany

Iceland

Wildlands Studies - Iceland, Summer Quarter

Ireland

Italy

Netherlands

Poland

API - Kraków, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter

Portugal

Spain

North America

Mexico

CIEE - Open Campus Yucatan, Spring Semester, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter

Oceania

Australia

French Polynesia

Wildlands Studies - French Polynesia, Summer Quarter

New Zealand

South America

Argentina

Chile

Ecuador

Wildlands Studies - Ecuador, Winter Quarter

Peru

ISA - Cusco, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter

Uruguay

USAC - Montevideo, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter

Various

CIEE - Open Campus Multi-Destination - Global Institute Network, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter

West Indies