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Transfer to Widener

Dual admissions students at Delaware County Community College or Montgomery County Community College are automatically admitted to Widener University. 

Our straightforward transfer process means that when you arrive at Widener, you'll immediately begin building on what you started in community college. Gain real-world experience through a co-op or internship. Develop next-level skills in cutting-edge facilities. And connect with faculty who are invested in your success.

Get started today.  We'll work to transfer as many credits as possible, and scholarships start at $20,000 or more yearly.

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Prep for Your Transfer to Widener

As part of our dual admissions program with DCCC and MCCC, students who complete these steps—and meet minimum GPA requirements—are guaranteed admission to Widener. (Our BSN program is excluded.)

  • Submit an intent-to-enroll form before earning 30 credits at your community college.
  • Complete an associate's degree.
  • Submit your free application as a transfer student.

Questions? Widener's admissions team is happy to help!

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Experience a Straightforward Transfer Process

After you submit your free application, send transcripts from every high school and college you attended (if you completed 60 college credits or more, you don't need to submit high school transcripts). From there, our admissions team will work with you to solidify your spot. 

Learn more about transferring to Widener 

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Access Generous Financial Aid

Scholarships for transfer students start at $20,000 per year, and eligible students can receive even more. Our financial aid opportunities help Widener rival the cost of a state university. That means you could earn a highly personal degree for the cost of attending a large, public school.

Contact our admissions team for details

Find Your Second Home

With Widener's campus as your home base, you'll experience the best of the Philadelphia area:

  • Center City Philadelphia, with access to rich job opportunities and premier attractions
  • Historic suburbs, complete with cafes, shops, and restaurants
  • Mass transportation, including Amtrak, SEPTA, and Philadelphia International Airport

Roaring Success

Distinguished by expert teaching, prominent research, and stellar graduate outcomes, Widener’s academic experience has earned regional and national accolades.

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National College of Distinction

Recognized for top-quality teaching, student engagement, and successful outcomes.

$116,100 Mid-Career Salary

for Widener alumni with a bachelor’s degree, which ranks in the top 22% nationwide

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Career Success for Class of 2025

93% achieved their career goals—employment, graduate school, or military/service—within 6 months of graduation, per Widener University research.

Grant Funding for Research

Widener manages $8-$10 million annually in grant funding for research and community programming.

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Top Tier University

Nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report

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It's free and only takes five minutes to get started.

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