Transfer to WNC

Students declared as degree/certificate seeking may request to have transfer credits evaluated toward the degree/certificate program of their choice.

Steps to Enroll:

1. Apply for Admission
   Students that have not been admitted to WNC will first need to complete the WNC Application for Admission, and choose a degree/certificate program. 

    

2. Send Official Transcripts
   Have your official transcripts* from all colleges and universities sent directly to WNC Admissions & Records.
   
   
3. Submit the Petition for Transfer Credit Evaluation form
   Allow up to 4-6 weeks for the evaluation to be completed.  Once the evaluation is complete, students will be able to view their transfer credit in myWNC.  An email will be sent to teach student when the transfer evaluation is completed.
    
   • International Colleges: Students must have a course-by-course evaluation completed by an approved transcript evaluation service, and fill out the Petition for Foreign Transfer Credit Evaluation form.  Review our transfer policies or contact Admissions & Records for further information by calling 775-445-3277.
     
     
4. Meet with an Academic Advisor
   Schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor to review your transfer credit in myWNC, and to discuss goals and next steps.  You can schedule an appointment online or by calling 775-445-3267.
   
   
5. Explore Credit for Prior Learning 
   With your Academic Advisor, review your course history and work experience to see if you qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, which recognizes skills and knowledge gained through jobs, certifications, or training programs outside of the classroom.
   
   
6. Apply for Financial Aid 
   Contact the Financial Aid office with questions about how to apply and to discuss next steps, 775-445-3264.
   
   
7. Register and Pay for Classes 
   Class registration and payment are completed through myWNC.  Be sure to review information on fees and important dates and deadlines.

 

Transfer Credit Evaluation: 

• Only transfer credits that apply toward a requirement (including required electives) will be applied toward a degree or certificate.
• Credits earned in institutions of higher learning that are accredited by a Regional Accrediting Organization are normally transferable, provided the courses are comparable to those offered by WNC and are applicable towards degree requirements.
• Students must complete a minimum of 15 credits in residence at WNC that are applicable to the associate degree or certificate they are seeking (minimum of 30 credits for a bachelor’s degree).
• Grades are not transferable but may be utilized when determining eligibility for financial assistance and/or admission to special academic programs and to determine the minimum GPA required for graduation.
  
• Courses from NSHE institutions will be accepted for equivalent courses per common course numbering.
• NSHE courses with no equivalents and courses from other institutions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on the course title, designator, credits, course numbering system used by the institution and course description if available.  Students may be asked to provide more information, such as a syllabus, to determine equivalency.
• Upper division courses are generally not acceptable for general education requirements, but may apply towards emphasis requirements on a case by case basis.
• Graduate level courses are not accepted to fulfill degree and/or certificate requirements.
• WNC Faculty are consulted for input when needed to determine if a transfer course is equivalent to a WNC course and/or should fulfill a program requirement.
  
  

Resources:

• Transfer Policies
• Dates and Deadlines
• Academic advisors and students can use the Transfer Evaluation System (TES) to see a list of courses previously evaluated for transfer to the college.

 

Still Have Questions?

Admissions and Records:
admissions.records@wnc.edu 
775-445-3277

Academic Advising and Access:
advising@wnc.edu
775-445-3267
wnc.edu/advising