Transfer Students

Welcome to WCU!

As a transfer student new to Western Carolina University, we recognize that you are ready to build upon your existing foundation and already possess a range of experiences and unique perspectives framed by prior educational opportunities. We are excited for you to pursue your Bachelors Degree with us at WCU!

Students who attended a North Carolina Community College (NCCC) will find details below about how the equivalencies and credits from your North Carolina Community College (NCCC) will apply to your studies here at WCU.

Students who attended a non-North Carolina Community College will also find important information below, but are advised to use our Look Up Tool.  Specific transfer credit questions should be submitted by email to registrar@wcu.edu .

Transfer students are eligible for NC Promise!  Please visit the Tuition and Fees webpage for more information. Students interested in learning about financial aid  should visit the Financial Aid webpage for more.

Any advising questions can be sent to transferadvising@wcu.edu

Newly Accepted- What's Next?

 

Find more on our Recently Accepted Students Page

Learn more about:

• Who your advisors are and how to make an advising appointment
• New Student Orientation
• The Liberal Studies program
• How to complete common student tasks

  

What's it like to be a transfer student at WCU?

Hear from Hannah!

Previously earned credits:

WCU only accepts credit for college-level courses passed with a grade of "C" or better.

To be awarded a bachelor's degree, the student must complete a minimum of 120 semester hours to a maximum of 128 semester hours under requirements outlined for one of the degree programs.  Programs at Western Carolina include the following areas:

• Major Requirements
  • WCU Academic Degree Programs
  • WCU Academic Catalog
• Liberal Studies Program
• General Electives
• Concentrations and/or Minors (Not always a Requirement)

NCCC Course Equivalencies for Liberal Studies Requirements

Use our LOOK UP TOOL to see if your coursework will transfer

 

Running and Understanding Your Degree Evaluation:

Upcoming Events:

Virtual Transfer Q&A Series 2025!

Invitations to come- Email transferadvising@wcu.edu with any questions.

New Catamounts who have identified as a Transfer student are all invited to attend!  Dates and times below: