WSU Transfer Tips from Bellevue College

As a student at Bellevue College, I'm planning to transfer to WSU soon. What should I expect in terms of application requirements and credit transfers?

It's good that you're planning ahead for your transfer to Washington State University (WSU)!

To begin, the GPA minimum for transfer students to WSU is 2.5. There's also an application fee which, as of 2024, is $70.

In terms of credit transfers, WSU has a handy tool called the Transfer Credit Equivalency Search which helps you check if courses you've taken at Bellevue College will transfer over. Generally speaking, most classes taken at an accredited institution will transfer.

It's also important to note that WSU requires you to fulfill the prerequisites for your intended major. If you haven't completed those at Bellevue, you might need to take them at WSU.

As for the application, aside from the general application form, you will need to submit your official college transcripts from Bellevue College and any other colleges you may have previously attended. WSU also has you fill out an Academic Reinstatement Petition if you were ever academically deficient at any institution, so keep that in mind.

As part of their holistic review of applications, they consider your grade trends, how demanding your coursework has been, and your extracurriculars and work experiences. But academics matter most, and the average GPA for admitted transfer students is around a 3.0.

You might also want to consider scheduling a meeting with a transfer advisor at WSU who can guide you through the process and help you maximize the credits you're able to transfer from Bellevue.

Remember, every transfer student's pathway will be unique, so don't hesitate to take advantage of the advising and resources available to you!

Keep these points in mind and you're likely to have a smooth transfer process. Best of luck!