I’m a transfer student
I’m ready to transfer to UW-Madison Online
I earned at least 12 college credits from another school in the United States and now want to finish my bachelor’s degree online at UW–Madison.
International students can transfer to our online bachelor’s degree programs, and there are additional admissions requirements.
It’s as easy as 1-2-3
Choose your business degree
to start mapping out your path forward
Apply using the Common Application
and begin gathering all of your transcripts
Submit all required application materials
including any associate degrees earned
Get your transfer questions answered
How do I know if I meet UW–Madison admissions requirements?
Our holistic admissions process helps us review various academic and non-academic factors to add remarkable online Badgers to our community.
How do I apply to UW–Madison Online?
You’ve chosen your degree, you’re confident you have, or can earn, at least 12 transferable credits and you’ve started your Common Application. Finish it out strong by submitting transcripts, the fee, an essay and a letter of recommendation!
I have an associate degree, am I a transfer student?
Yes! Your associate degree path will likely meet the 12-credit minimum for applying to finish your bachelor’s degree online from UW-Madison and because it is from another college/university, that makes you a transfer student.
Then what happens after I apply?
Your application will be reviewed by the Office of Admissions, and you’ll receive notice of your admission status within a couple weeks. If admitted, your college credits are then evaluated for transferability and can be found in your Student Portal.
John Gloeckler UW-Madison Online graduate, 2024I’ve achieved a lot in my life and always finished things that I started. [Getting a bachelor’s degree] was a big hole I wanted to fill. It’s so much easier now that I’m back in school and in classes to take those learnings and apply them. It’s super motivating.
Need something else?
Apply home
I’m not a transfer student. I’m a returning student or a new undergrad, what we call a “reentry student” and “first-year student” on our admissions website.
Application materials
Get organized with our handy list of all the things you will need before you start your Common Application.
Associate/Tech transfers
UW–Madison Online and 2-year colleges have partnered to make the path to graduation seamless for you.
Admitted student checklist
You’re admitted to UW-Madison Online, now you can start checking things off your list for what’s next.
Important deadlines
Between application deadlines and flexible term start dates, make sure you don’t miss a thing.
Financial aid
Figuring out how to pay for your UW-Madison Online degree is important, so check up on scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
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