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Transfer Students
Students may transfer to WCCC credits earned at other accredited colleges
prior to the beginning of the program, providing that the credits applied have been earned
within the past ten years. WCCC is the final judge regarding acceptance of transfer credits.
The responsibility rests with students to furnish the registrar’s office with (1) an official
copy of each college transcript and (2) a copy of the catalog from each college at which
courses were taken if the college is not located in Maine. Every effort will be made to issue
transfer credit prior to the beginning of classes.
Courses with grades of “C” or better that are judged by WCCC to be equivalent in nature and
content to the college’s course offerings will be transferred; however, examinations may be
required to show competency of subject material. Transferred course grades will appear on the
WCCC transcript but will not be used in computing the student’s WCCC grade point average.
A student must earn a minimum of 35 percent of his/her certificate, diploma, or degree credits
in residence and these credits must be earned within five years of the date of application for
graduation. When a decision regarding transferability of credits is unacceptable, the student
may appeal, in writing, to the academic dean.
Students desiring to transfer credits earned at WCCC to another post-secondary institution can
expect courses to be evaluated on an individual basis by that institution. Approval for the
transfer of credits from WCCC to another college rests with the receiving institution.
Does WCCC admit transfer students?
Yes, a limited number of transfers is admitted each year to
sophomore or junior standing.
What are the application deadlines?
March 1 is the deadline for fall admission (notification in April).
Please note: we are not offering transfer admissions in January, 2006.
Candidates who have applied for mid-year admission will automatically be
considered for Fall 2006 admission.
What must transfer applicants provide?
- The Common Application and WCCC Supplement;
- The Transfer Student Supplement
(downloadable or available from
the Admissions Office);
- Transcripts of college and secondary school records;
- A statement from a college dean or advisor;
- At least two recommendations from current or recent professors;
- A $60 application fee.
Will my credits transfer to WCCC?
The Office of Admissions will provide transfer candidates with an
estimate regarding credit transfer at the time of admission. An official evaluation will
follow after updated transcripts have arrived at Student Records and been appraised by
the appropriate departments.
Does WCCC have residency requirements?
Two years of residence are required for a WCCC degree. Students who
have completed more than four semesters of college work are welcome to apply for admission
with this understanding.
Does WCCC offer financial aid to transfer students?
Aid funds for transfer students may be limited by the College’s other commitments.
Applicants for financial aid must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and the College Scholarship Service Profile by February 15 (March 1 for U.S. fall transfer
students). Both forms are usually available at local high schools.
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