Transfer Applicants

We’re delighted that you are applying to Wheaton! The information below will guide you through the application process.

This application is for applicants (regardless of citizenship) who are applying as transfer candidates. Please read the instructions carefully before you begin the application. If you have questions about the transfer application process please contact the Admission Office.

Transfer application deadlines

Admission
deadline Notification

Transfer (fall entry) March 1 On rolling basis

Transfer (spring entry) November 1 On rolling basis
Admission application, supplement and fee

The Common Application for Transfer Students is available exclusively through the Common Application Web site: commonapp.org. Questions about the online application process should be directed to the Office of Admission by e-mail at transfer_admission@wheatoncollege.edu.

Please complete the Common Application and the Wheaton Supplement to the Common Application and submit them to the Office of Admission. The application fee is $50 and may be paid through the Common Application website or by personal check made payable to Wheaton College. If the fee is a burden that will prevent you from applying to Wheaton, please contact your high school to inquire about a NACAC or College Board Fee Waiver form, or utilize Wheaton's fee waiver form by email, in conjunction with your online Common Application, or by mail or fax.

Remember to indicate the term for which you are applying on the application and on all other forms. Be sure to sign and date your application. If submitting a paper application, please type or print clearly and write your full name and date of birth on every credential submitted as part of your application.

Note: Remember to complete the co-curricular and employment sections of the application. Even if you plan to submit a personal résumé, this portion of the application is required.
Admission forms to download
Required credentials
1. Secondary school report, academic transcripts (high school and college)
  After completing the candidate’s section, ask your high school college counselor to submit the Secondary School report form, which is part of the Common Application. An official copy of your final high school transcript is required, and should accompany the Secondary School Report. If it is not possible to obtain a Secondary School Report, please contact the Office of Admission. Official transcripts from all colleges attended are required, as well.
2. College official's report
  All transfer applicants must have a College Official’s Report form (part of the Common Application for Transfer Students) submitted on their behalf by an official at their current or most recent college or university.
3. Mid-semester evaluation
  Students enrolled in college must obtain up-to-date assessments of grades in progress from all instructors using the Mid-Semester Evaluation Form.
4. Instructor Evaluations
  Ask two of your instructors to complete the Common Application Teacher Evaluation form and submit it directly to the Office of Admission by the appropriate application deadline date. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit evaluations from instructors who have taught them in an academic subject within the last two years.
5. English proficiency (non-native English speakers only)
  Applicants for whom English is not the first language must provide evidence of their fluency. IELTS and TOEFL are Wheaton's preferred English proficiency tests, however the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTEA) may be submitted in lieu of IELTS or TOEFL. A score of 7.0 on the IELTS is recommended for admission. A score of at least 90 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) is expected, although students who score over 100 are considered best prepared for a smooth transition to academic life at Wheaton. The code for sending your IELTS score to Wheaton is 5109. For TOEFL, the code is 3963. Students who have been studying entirely in English (without ESL support) throughout secondary school may be eligible for a waiver of the English proficiency requirement by contacting the Admission Office at admission@wheatoncollege.edu. English proficiency waivers will be granted only after an application is submitted.
6. Certification of Finances (non-U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
  All applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States must submit a Certification of Finances form or a bank statement indicating resources available to support their educational expenses.
Optional credentials (test scores, writing sample, portfolio)
1. Academic writing sample
  You may submit a graded academic writing sample. Your paper should be an analytical or research-based sample from an English, social studies, humanities or natural science class, and not an example of creative writing. Papers must have been written (in the English language) within the past year, be no more than five pages in length, and include the class instructor’s notations and the grade received. Because writing samples will not be returned, legible copies are acceptable. A writing sample can be uploaded in the "Additional Information" section of the Common Application site, or send it to us by email or regular mail.
2. Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests)
  The submission of standardized test results is optional. Applicants who wish to have their scores considered should check the “yes” box in the Optional Standardized Testing Information section of the Wheaton Supplement to the Common Application and arrange to have official score reports sent directly from the testing agency to the Office of Admission at Wheaton College. The ETS code (College Board/SAT) for sending your scores to Wheaton is 3963; the ACT code number is 1932. Score reports for submitters must be received no later than the application deadline.
3. Personal portfolios
  Students may wish to submit additional material with their application which may provide evidence of particular talents or interests.
  Candidates submitting any of the following portfolios who wish to have their work reviewed by faculty are encouraged to complete the Common Application Arts Supplement form:
  - Visual Arts
  - Dance
  - Music
  - Theater
  Applicants are welcome to submit portfolios representing other academic and personal accomplishments, as well. Examples of possible submissions include:
  - Community Service Projects
  - Creative Writing
  - Entrepreneurial Pursuits
  - Films
  Hardcopy portfolios must be clearly identified with your name, date of birth and a description of the submission. These items will not be returned.
Educational assessments/diagnostic testing
Students with specific learning disabilities or learning style differences may wish to submit copies of any recent professional assessments or documentation with their application to Wheaton. Submission of documentation is purely voluntary and all materials are kept confidential. Students planning to submit testing should note that testing should be no more than three years old.
Campus visits and personal interviews
We encourage you to visit the Wheaton campus. Personal interviews are strongly recommended for all applicants, and while you are on campus you also may participate in an information session and/or a tour. Tours and interviews are available by appointment weekdays (and Saturday mornings all fall) between April 1 and January 15. If you are unable to schedule a visit to the campus, the Office of Admission will attempt, upon request, to arrange an interview with a member of the Alumni and Parent Admission Committee (APAC) living near your home or school. Please contact the Office of Admission well in advance to schedule an on-campus or APAC interview. Contact us at 800-394-6003 or 508-286-8251 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday.
Financial aid
Financial aid for admitted students is determined based on a combined assessment of financial eligibility and the overall academic strength of the candidate. U.S. citizens and permanent residents applying for financial assistance must complete both the CSS PROFILE and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Wheaton CSS code number is 3963 and the Wheaton FAFSA code number is 002227. Non-U.S. citizens should submit the International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA). For more information, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 800-541-3639 or 508-286-8232 or at sfs@wheatoncollege.edu.
Required documents for financial aid
1. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  The FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for federal funding and is required of all financial aid applicants. The FAFSA is available online. Students, along with their parents, should complete and submit the form to the processor as soon as possible after January 1. Although the form asks for specific information from student and parent tax returns, applicants should not wait to complete tax returns for the current year before submitting the FAFSA. Complete the application in early January using the best possible estimates of family income; Corrections can be submitted later. Wheaton’s federal code number for the FAFSA is 002227.
2. CSS PROFILE application (U.S. citizens)
  Wheaton uses the information from the PROFILE to determine eligibility for institutional funding. The PROFILE is available online at http://www.collegeboard.com; processing takes only 48 hours. CSS will send you an individualized application based on the registration information provided. Wheaton’s institutional code number for PROFILE is 3963. Applicants with questions about the PROFILE service should contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 800-541-3639 or at sfs@wheatoncollege.edu.
3. Student and parent tax returns (U.S. citizens)
  Wheaton also requires that you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) submit copies of your federal income tax returns. If you are using estimates on FAFSA and PROFILE because you have not yet completed the appropriate year’s tax return, you must submit the most recent year’s tax return by the published deadline. You should include all pages, schedules and W-2 forms. Once a current-year tax form has been filed, a complete copy must be forwarded to the college. If you or your parent(s) have not and will not be filing a federal tax return, you must send a letter stating this and list all sources of income for the year.
4. Noncustodial parent statement (U.S. citizens)
  If your parents are separated, divorced or never married, the parent with whom you do not live (the noncustodial parent) must complete a Noncustodial Parent’s Statement. You will be given a link for your noncustodial parent to complete this form when you complete your PROFILE online.
5. Business/farm supplement (U.S. citizens)
  If you or your parent(s) own a business or a farm, you must submit a Business/Farm Supplement to Wheaton. You will be instructed to download and complete the form when completing the PROFILE. You may also request one from the Office of Student Financial Services. This form should be returned directly to Wheaton when completed. If the business files a corporate or partnership tax return, we request that you submit a copy of the business tax return along with the Business/Farm Supplement. You may download this form from: http://www.wheatoncollege.edu/admin/SFS/forms.
6. The International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA)
  The ISFAA is used to determine eligibility for funding and is required of all international financial aid applicants. The ISFAA is available on the Student Financial Services page.
Financial aid application deadlines

While Wheaton attempts to provide financial assistance to all eligible applicants, the college cannot assure that funding will be available for applicants whose files are completed after Wheaton’s deadlines. In order to meet deadlines, students should file the FAFSA and PROFILE applications (or ISFAA for international students) at least two weeks prior to the deadline. All other required documents must be received by the published deadline for priority consideration for assistance. The financial aid application deadlines are as follows:

Financial aid deadline

Fall entry March 1

Spring entry November 1
Application checklist for transfer candidates
Use this checklist to make sure that you submit all credentials required for the transfer application process. Please be sure to write or type your name and date of birth (mm/dd/yy) on every non-electronic credential submitted as part of your application. Soon after we receive your application, you will receive a login ID and password that will allow you to track the status of your application online. Please note that it may take up to two weeks from the time we receive your application credentials before they appear in our online tracking system.
1. Common Application, including personal statement
2. Wheaton Supplement to the Common Application
3. $50 Application Fee, payable through the Common Application website or by personal check made payable to Wheaton College, or utilize Wheaton's fee waiver form.
4. Secondary School Report and final high school transcript
5. College transcript(s)
6. College Official's Report
7. College Mid-Semester Evaluations if currently enrolled
8. Two Academic Instructor Evaluations
Required (If applicable)
1. English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers only)
2. Certification of Finances or bank statement (non-U.S. citizens only)
Optional Credentials (see details above)
1. Academic Writing Sample
2. Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests)
3. Personal Academic Portfolio
Financial Aid
1. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid: FAFSA (U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
2. CSS PROFILE Application (U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
3. Student and Parent Tax Returns (U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
4. Noncustodial Parent’s Statement (if applicable, U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
5. Business/Farm Supplement (if applicable, U.S. citizens/permanent residents only)
6. International Student Financial Aid Application (non-U.S. citizens only)

	Admission deadline	Notification
Transfer (fall entry)	March 1	On rolling basis
Transfer (spring entry)	November 1	On rolling basis

	Financial aid deadline
Fall entry	March 1
Spring entry	November 1

Contact us. Questions regarding these application materials or other aspects of the admission process may be directed to:

Office of Admission
800-394-6003 508-286-8251 (outside the U.S.)
Fax: 508-286-8271
E-mail: admission@wheatoncollege.edu

Office of Student Financial Services
800-541-3639 508-286-8232 (outside the U.S.)
Fax: 508-286-3787
E-mail: sfs@wheatoncollege.edu

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