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Graduate Admitted Students

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As a Widener graduate student, you'll be on the inside track to success.

Secure your spot and start your Widener journey.

We look forward to welcoming you as an "official" Widener student. All admitted students are required to complete the following priority action steps, which are important and will help get you started on your journey to becoming a matriculated student. Without these steps, we won't be able to communicate important information to you. 

Submit Enrollment Deposit   Activate Widener Account  Submit Your FAFSA

Complete Your New Student Checklist

To secure your spot as a Widener student, you must first submit your enrollment deposit. Enrollment deposits can be submitted online, by phone, or by mailing a check. Checks should be made payable to Widener University. 

Pay your deposit online

Your myWidener account is a gateway to communications with Widener. This is how you receive your official student email address and gain access to other important resources like the Canvas learning management system.

You will need your university ID number in order to create your account. If you need assistance locating your ID number, please call 610-499-4282.

Activate your account

Submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will help us determine whether you qualify for financial aid. 

Learn more about financial aid
Complete the FAFSA

While Widener does not offer on-campus housing for graduate students, there are a few Widener-affiliated housing options available near campus. Our team can also help connect you with local housing opportunities should you need assistance getting settled near to Widener.

Please contact the Graduate Studies & Extended Learning Office for more information.

Log into the system using your Widener username and password. If you experience any issues creating your ID, please email campus1card@widener.edu.

*Most students will receive their Campus1Card ID in the mail prior to the start of the semester. PT and OT students will receive their IDs on campus at arrival.

Widener ID cards are issued from Widener's security office in Lipka Hall located at the corner of 14th & Potter St. If you have any questions or would like to create your ID in person on campus, please stop by Lipka Hall. Call 610-499-1018 to confirm hours of operation.

Create your student ID online 

Send Via Email

Please email your official transcript to the graduate admissions office at gel@widener.edu.

Send Via Mail

Printed copies of your official transcript can be mailed to:

Widener University
Office of Graduate Studies and Extended Learning
Kapelski, Suite 120
One University Place
Chester, PA 19013

You will be notified directly if you are required to submit health forms prior to attending Widener. If you are required to submit forms, Student Health Services can assist with any questions. 

Learn more about Health Forms & Policies on mySuccess

To park in one of our on-campus lots, you'll need to have a parking hang tag. Permits are valid for the academic year, expiring the last day in August. 

Purchase a parking tag

Interested in dining on campus? Commuters and off-campus students are offered a select group of meal plans specifically tailored with flexibility in mind.

Visit widener.campusdish.com to learn more about food options and purchasing a meal plan.

Widener partner with local companies and organizations to offer discounted rates to their employees. If you are an employee at one of these companies, you may be required to complete an employer verification form.

More information about employer educational partners

Career Development

Registering for Class

Physical therapy, occupational therapy, human sexuality studies, and PsyD students will be automatically registered by the university for their classes.

Engineering, business, education, and social work students will be contacted by the affiliated academic department to register for classes.

Have a question? These teams can help.

Graduate Studies & Extended Learning

Questions or concerns about where to begin? Give us a call at 610-499-4282 or email the office at gcs@widener.edu. To find us on campus, visit Kapelski Learning Center, Room 120.

Registrar's Office

Ask Us About:
- Transcript requests
- Name/address changes
- Final exam schedule
- Student planning instructions

Registrar's Office

Bursar's Office

Ask Us About: 
- Tuition rates & payment plans
- IRS forms
- Withdrawal refund policies
- Widener e-billing account 

Bursar's Office

Financial Aid Services

Ask Us About:
- Financial award letter
- FAFSA & verification forms
- Scholarship & loan information
- Entrance counseling & master promissory note information

Financial Aid Services

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