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NUMBER ONE FOR A REASON»Year founded: 1895

»Academic Colleges: 7

• College of Education

• College of Engineering

• Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

• College of Fine Arts

• College of Health Professions

• W. Frank Barton School of Business

• Dorothy and Bill Cohen Honors College

»Campuses and satellite locations: 5

• WSU main campus

• WSU South

• WSU West

• WSU Old Town

• Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex

»Tuition and fees

Wichita State is the most affordable research

university in Kansas.

The following are approximate basic tuition

and fees* for undergraduate residents of

Kansas. These costs represent a student

enrolling in 15 hours for one semester, and

do not include additional expenses such as

labs, special class or college fees, books and

housing.

• Wichita State University - $3,764

• Kansas State University - $4,675

• University of Kansas - $5,028

* These costs were provided by the Kansas Board of Regents website.

At Wichita State, we hold the title as the number one transfer

destination in Kansas—and we couldn’t be more proud.

Each year, more than 1,200 students just like you join us to

gain a top-notch education and discover all of the real-world

experiences that can only be found at Wichita State.

By transferring to Wichita State, you’ll have access to:

• The state’s largest Cooperative Education and Internship

program—providing the opportunity to gain valuable real-world

experience while earning college credit and a paycheck

• $4,000 – $6,000 in transfer-student scholarships without

having to fill out a scholarship application

• Virtually unlimited opportunities to make connections,

build a resume, expand your knowledge and have fun within

Kansas’ largest city

• 200-plus campus organizations ranging from fraternities

and sororities to intramural sports and special interest groups

• A full slate of student services to help you land a job, stay

healthy, gain academic assistance and provide you with the

individual support you need to make your time as a Shocker

as successful and enjoyable as possible

• Free access to the pulse-raising excitement of Shocker athletics

and the beauty and exhilaration of fine arts performances, along

with all of the other perks of being a full-fledged member of

Shocker Nation

WSU at a Glance

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS12 hours of social and behavioral science courses from at least three of the following disciplines:

• Anthropology • Criminal Justice• Economics • Ethnic Studies• Geography

9 hours of mathematics, natural/physical science* courses from at least two of the following disciplines:

• Biology• Chemistry• Geology• Mathematics • Physics*One science course must include a lab. WSU general education program requirements (42 credit hours)» The same foundation courses as the (KBOR) Transfer and Articulation General Education policy

» One introductory fine arts course (nonperformance)

» Two introductory courses in the humanities (two different disciplines)

» Two introductory courses in the social and behavioral sciences (two different disciplines)

» Two introductory courses in mathematics and natural sciences (two different disciplines with at least one being from biology, chemistry, geology or physics)

» A total of three advanced study courses are required. Two further study courses and one Issues and Perspectives (I&P) course. Or, two I&P and one further study. If a student takes two advanced further study courses and one advanced I&P course, the two advanced further study courses must be distributed over two divisions. If two advanced I&P courses are taken out of three, a divisional distribution is not required, but at least two subject areas are required.

Transfer students who have completed 24 or more

hours of approved college courses at an accredited

U.S. post-secondary institution since high school

graduation, and before starting classes at WSU

as a degree-bound student, will have the option of

following either the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR)

Transfer and Articulation General Education policy

or the WSU General Education Program requirements.

Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) Transfer and Articulation Policy requirements (45 credit hours)

12 hours of foundation courses, including:

• 6 hours of English composition

• 3 hours of public speaking or speech communication

• 3 hours of college-level mathematics (algebra)

12 hours of humanities courses from at least three of the following disciplines:

• Art History

• Communication

• Dance, Theatre (nonperformance courses)

• English or Literature

• History

• Modern Languages (third semester or above)

• Music (nonperformance courses)

• Philosophy

• Religion

• Women’s Studies

• Political Science • Psychology• Social Work• Sociology

» Register for transfer transition Transfer Transition is a required one-day program that serves as the last step in your transition to Wichita State. Transition mentors will help connect you to important people and resources, help answer any questions you may have about enrollment, introduce you to campus life and help you prepare for your first day of classes. RSVPs are accepted starting in mid-February at wichita.edu/newstudent.

» Schedule an advising appointmentAll students transferring to Wichita State are required to schedule a Shocker Connection advising and enrollment appointment with his/her academic college (see Academic Advising). Students must be fully admitted and have a housing contract or an approved exemption form on file before scheduling an appointment.

For more information about Transfer Transition or Shocker Connection, contact the Office of Transitions and Orientation at (316) 978-5420 or visit wichita.edu/orientation.

» Pay tuition and feesComplete your enrollment by paying your tuition and fees* either online via WebCheck or by credit/debit card.

*Installment plan available.

For more information about tuition and fees, contact WSU Accounts Receivable at (316) 978-3333.

» Apply for admissionSubmit an application for admission at wichita.edu/apply and a $30 non-refundable application fee. If you are an international student, visit wichita.edu/international for application materials.

» Send transcriptsHave academic transcripts from each college* you have attended sent to Wichita State.

WSU Office of AdmissionsMarcus Welcome CenterWichita State University1845 Fairmount St.Wichita, KS 67260-0124

The Office of Admissions also accepts electronic transcripts emailed to admissions@wichita.edu.

* If you have less than 24 cumulative credit hours, also have your high school graduation transcript (including your ACT scores or GED transcript) sent to the Office of Admissions.

» Submit a student health history form Go to wichita.edu/studenthealth and select “New Student Information > Forms” to provide a complete health history and immunization report.

» Schedule a campus visitCampus visits can be scheduled at wichita.edu/campusvisit and generally include a meeting with an admissions representative, a walking tour of campus, an appointment with someone in your area of academic interest and a tour of campus residence halls.

» Apply for scholarships and federal financial aidTransfer Merit Scholarships are available to new incoming direct transfers for fall who enter WSU with less than 90 credit hours and a minimum 3.25 GPA. Funds are awarded automatically based on admission information—no additional application required—with awarding beginning in January for the next academic year. Learn more at wichita.edu/scholarships.

In addition to Transfer Merit Scholarships, WSU awards more than $100 million each year through a variety of federal, state and university funds (distributed between more than 60 percent of the WSU student body). To ensure you are eligible for all available funds, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.ed.gov and include Wichita State’s federal code (001950). Students are encouraged to complete their FAFSA by the WSU priority date of March 1.

For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid, 203 Jardine Hall, (316) 978-3430 or at wichita.edu/financialaid.

» Apply for housingWichita State has two on-campus housing options:

Fairmount Towers provides single and double suite-style rooms for freshmen, upperclassmen and transfer students.

Shocker Hall primarily houses freshmen, with the remaining rooms being made available to upperclassmen. Opened in 2014, Shocker Hall offers a state-of-the-art cafeteria, coffee shop and numerous lounges and common spaces for students to gather.

For more information, or to apply online, visit wichita.edu/housing.

Transfer Student Checklist

ACADEMIC ADVISINGCollege of Education(316) 978-3300jane.eshelman@wichita.edu

Dual advising: Sherena Langley(316) 978-3300 Option 2sherena.langley@wichita.edu

College of Engineering(316) 978-3420engineering.records@wichita.edu

Dual advising Samantha Corcoran(316) 978-3400samantha.corcoran@wichita.edu

College of Fine ArtsMusicJanet Ives*(316) 978-6430janet.ives@wichita.edu

Art and DesignSalyi Vu*(316) 978-3555salyi.vu@wichita.edu

Performing ArtsRenea Goforth*(316) 978-6634renea.goforth@wichita.edu

*Also performs dual advising.

College of Health Professions(316) 978-3304chp.advisor@wichita.edu

Dual advising:Mandy Konecny(316) 978-5669mandy.konecny@wichita.edu

Fairmount College of Liberal Arts & Sciences(316) 978-3700

Dual advising: Patricia Phillips(316) 978-3700patricia.phillips@wichita.edu

Honors College(316) 978-3375honors@wichita.edu

W. Frank Barton School of Business(316) 978-3203 business.advisor@wichita.edu

Dual advising: Heather Contreras(316) 978-7464heather.contreras@wichita.edu

Dual AdvisingUnfortunately, the completion of an associate’s degree does not

automatically guarantee that all general education requirements needed

at Wichita State have been met. By taking advantage of WSU’s dual

advising program you can avoid facing unforeseen hurdles and streamline

your transition into becoming a Shocker and achieving your academic goals.

Through dual advising, you can:

• Develop a relationship with a WSU advisor who can answer

program-specific questions

• Create a course of study that is appropriate to your academic goals

• Reduce unnecessary enrollments—saving time and money

• Receive up-to-date information on deadlines, scholarships and financial

aid, curriculum changes and more

• Get an inside look at resources available at WSU

• Have the opportunity to meet WSU faculty before you enroll

Have a question on what classes to take or what you need to do to complete

your enrollment? Use the contact information below to speak to an advisor.

1» Go online to wichita.edu/dualadvising and complete

a dual advising form.

2» Call or email your WSU advisor once you have received

a signed copy of your dual advising form to schedule

an appointment.

3» Meet with both your community college advisor and

your WSU advisor each semester.

How to Get Started

Planning to Meet KBOR General Education Requirements for WSU

Foundation(BASC)

Complete each course with grade of C- (C minus)

or higher within first 48 hours of college work

ENGL 101English Composition I

______________ YOUR COURSE

ENGL 102English Composition II

______________YOUR COURSE

COMM 111Public Speaking

______________YOUR COURSE

MATH 111 or 131Coll Alg/Contemp Math

______________YOUR COURSE

Only WSU or transfer courses approved by WSU for Gen Ed, can be used for KBOR requirements. Approved transfer courses are at wichita.edu: Click on Browse A-Z: “G”; General Education Transfer Courses.

They are indicated by the codes BASC; A1,A2, etc; B2, etc.; C2, etc. in the right-hand column.

All courses used for General Education must be outside the major.

Foundation courses must carry the approved code of “BASC”

REQUIREMENTS YOUR PLAN

Humanities & Fine Arts for LAS: 12 hrs from 3 disciplines:

Communication English or Literature History Linguistics Modern/Classical Languages & Literatures (beyond 210 level)Philosophy Religion Women’s Studies Art History Dance History Music Composition/ Appreciation Theatre Appreciation

Social & Behavioral Sciences: 12 hrs from 3 disciplines:

Anthropology Criminal Justice Economics Ethnic Studies Geography Political Science Psychology Social WorkSociology

Natural Science/ Math: 9 hrs from 2 depts—including a lab

Biology Biological Anthropology Chemistry GeologyPhysics Math / Statistics

Courses must be approved as A1, A2, A4, A6

Dept 1 ____________________________

Dept 2 _____________________________

Dept 3 ____________________________

Additional course to make 12 hrs: ___________________

Courses must be approved as B2, B4, B6

Dept 1 ____________________________

Dept 2 _____________________________

Dept 3 ____________________________

Additional course to make 12 hrs: ___________________

Courses must be approved as C2, C4, C6

Natural Science/Math 1 _____________Lab?__________

Natural Science/Math 2 _____________Lab?__________

Natural Science/Math 3 _____________Lab?__________

COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS: Specific General Education courses may be required by individual colleges or programs. Academic advising is an important part of a student's

undergraduate experience. Students should meet with an advisor in the college of their major before registering for classes each semester.

These advisors will help students understand the undergraduate experience at WSU and assist in selecting classes that meet the students'

needs and the requirements for the degree and major.

wichita.edu/majorsCheck out our degrees

Ready to begin your transition to Wichita State?Contact:Neal Hoelting, Community College Coordinator(316) 978-6246 • neal.hoelting@wichita.edu

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Applied Drawing Ceramics Media Community and Social Practices Electronic Media Painting Photo Media Print Media Sculpture Music: General Music (B)Music: Performance (B) Vocal Instrumental Jazz Studies Piano PedagogyMusic: Theory/Composition (B)Music: Education (B, M) Vocal Instrumental Special EducationPerforming Arts: General (B) Dance Theatre Musical TheatrePerforming Arts (B) Dance Musical Theatre Technical Theatre and Design Theatre Performance

HEALTH PROFESSIONSAging Studies (M)Audiology (D)Communication Sciences & Disorders (B, M, D)Dental Hygiene (B)Health Services Management and Community Development (B)Medical Laboratory Science (B)Nursing (B, M, D)Physical Therapy (D)Physician Assistant (M)Public Health Science (B)

HONORSHonors Baccalaureate - interdisciplinary (B)

LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCESAnthropology and Archaeology (B, M)Biochemistry (B, M, D)Biological Sciences (B, M)Chemistry (B, M, D)Communication (B, M) Electronic Media

Integrated Marketing Communication Journalism Strategic CommunicationCriminal Justice (B, M)English (B, M) Creative Writing Language and LiteratureField Majors (B) Biochemistry Chemistry/Business Ethnic Studies Geography German Gerontology Global Studies International Studies ReligionForensic Science (B)General Studies/Liberal Studies (B, M)Geology (B)History (B, M)Mathematics/Statistics (B, M, D)Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (B) French French Education Latin Spanish Spanish EducationPhilosophy (B)Physics (B)Political Science (B)Pre-professional Programs Chiropractic Dentistry Law Medicine Optometry Pharmacy Podiatry Veterinary MedicinePsychology (B, D)Public Administration (M)Social Work (B, M)Sociology (B, M)Women’s Studies (B)

BUSINESSAccounting (B, M)Economics (B, M)Economics–Real Estate (B)Entrepreneurship (B)Entrepreneurship–Real Estate (B)Finance (B)Finance–Real Estate (B)General Business (B, M)Human Resource Management (B)International Business (B)Management (B)Management Information Systems (B)Marketing (B)Marketing–Real Estate (B)

EDUCATIONAthletic Training (B)Counseling (M)Curriculum and Instruction (M)Early Childhood Unified (B)Educational Leadership (M, D)Educational Psychology (M)Elementary Education (B)Exercise Science (B, M)Middle Level Education (B)Physical Education (B)Pre-K-12 Education (B)School Psychology (C)Secondary Education (B)Special Education (M)Sport Management (B, M)Teaching (M)

ENGINEERINGAerospace Engineering (B, M, D)Biomedical Engineering (B)Computer Engineering (B)Computer Networking (M)Computer Science (B, M, D)Electrical Engineering (B, M, D)Engineering Management (M)Engineering Technology (B)Industrial Engineering (B, M, D)Manufacturing Engineering (B)Mechanical Engineering (B, M, D)

FINE ARTSArt: General Art/Art History (B)Art: Education (B)Art: Graphic Design (B)Art: Studio (B, M)

C = CertificateB = Bachelor’s DegreeM = Master’s DegreeD = Doctoral Degree