Western Governors University-Washington Transfer and Admissions Information

WGU Washington is the only state-endorsed, all online, competency-based university in Washington. Created to expand access to higher education for Washington residents, nonprofit WGU Washington offers busy working adults an affordable, flexible option for earning an accredited college degree. The university’s four colleges, Business, Information Technology, Teachers College, and Health Professions (including Nursing), offer more than 50 accredited bachelor’s and master’s degrees, many with industry-specific certifications.

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Financial Information

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

WGU offers a variety of financial aid options including loans, grants and scholarships.
Tuition and Fees:

WGU Washington charges tuition at a flat rate every six months, so you pay for the time, not the credit hours. Basic tuition for most programs is $2,890 per six-month term. You’ll be pleased to discover that WGU Washington’s tuition compares favorabl

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Since WGU does not require entrance exams such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT, all incoming students are expected to successfully pass the WGU Collegiate Readiness Assessment. This online test helps determine your readiness for collegiate-level study in an online environment that relies heavily upon writing ability. Your Enrollment Counselor will inform you of when you’re able to take the test once you have applied for admission. Results are typically available by the next day and are relayed to you via email.
Official Transcripts:

You are required to submit official transcripts of all prior academic work completed at community colleges, colleges or universities you’ve attended.
SAT Scores:

The submission of ACT/SAT scores is not required.
Letters of Recommendation:

Please speak to an Enrollment Counselor to attain more information pertaining to the enrollment processes. Most programs may not require submission of letters of recommendation.
Application Fee:

There is a non-refundable $65 application fee. This fee is waived if you are either faculty, staff or graduate of a partnering community college or partnering institution.
Interview:

WGU requires an Intake Interview for enrollment, which is an important “checkpoint” to make sure we have all the correct information for you to begin. This needs to be completed by the 15th of the month prior to your intended start date.
Other Requirements:

For undergrad programs, a personal evaluation of your transcripts from prior colleges will be needed to determine whether you will be able to clear any degree requirements. WGU does not accept transfer credit at the graduate (master’s) level.
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http://washington.wgu.edu/admissions/transferring

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Each degree program specifies the "competencies" you must pass to receive your degree. Just having accumulated credits isn’t proof that you have cleared the competencies. Prior courses must be relevant.