WilmU | Transfer

A university that works for degree completion.

Unlock the power of your prior credits and experience.

Maximize your academic credits, work experience and military training to save time and money on your path to a degree. We'll guide you through the process to ensure that your previous college courses and skills are recognized as credit toward your degree program.

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Get The Credit You Deserve

Explore ways you can get academic credit for what you've accomplished outside of the WilmU classroom.

Prior college-level coursework

Gain credit for completed college courses, degrees and pre-college programs.

Certifications, trainings and licenses

Many industry-recognized trainings and credentials qualify for academic credit.

Military experience

Military training and course credit earned through DANTES, ECE, CLEP and other sources can often be transferred to WilmU.

Standardized tests and exams

ACE credit-recommended partner courses or standardized exams can be evaluated for credit.

Portfolio assessment

Work with faculty to develop a portfolio showcasing skills and accomplishments that can be reviewed for academic credit.

Work-integrated learning

Gain experience on the job and earn WilmU credit through a supervised co-op or internship related to your field of study.

STUDENT EXAMPLES

James

Certifications (Microsoft Office Specialist: 3 credits, CompTIA Network+: 3 credits, SHRM Certified Professional: 9 credits):
15 CREDITS

DE Construction Apprenticeship:
42 CREDITS

53 credits toward degree

Kelly

Prior college coursework:
9 CREDITS

Training (Police Academy):
12 CREDITS

Military experience:
39 CREDITS

Standardized exam:
6 CREDITS

66 credits toward degree

Brian

Prior college coursework (Associate Degree: 60 credits, Relevant undergraduate courses:
27 credits):
87 CREDITS

87 credits toward degree

What sets us apart:

Top choice for transfer and degree completion

Wilmington University is a regional leader in enrolling students who hold prior credits or degrees from other colleges — roughly 70% of WilmU undergraduate students have transferred credits. Save time and tuition dollars by transferring up to 90 undergraduate- or 12 graduate-level credits to your WilmU academic program.

Flexible and affordable higher education

Our open admissions policy means admission is guaranteed to most WilmU programs, with no standardized test score requirement. We offer low in-state tuition rates for all students — and our flexible course formats, schedule choices and 100% online options for most programs make a WilmU education fit your busy life.

Get started whenever you’re ready — WilmU classes start every eight weeks!

An inclusive, caring community

Our student-focused culture celebrates each individual’s history, goals and journey. We prioritize student needs and continually seek ways to better serve our students, alumni and community.   

92% of graduates recommend WilmU to family and friends. 

WilmU is nationally recognized for excellence and success in transfer pathways by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

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More than 200 career-boosting programs — from certificates to doctoral degrees

Business

IACBE-accredited business programs at all levels prepare future business leaders.

Education & Liberal Arts

Liberal Studies programs flex to fit student needs, with 30+ CAEP-accredited degrees and certificates for both aspiring and experienced educators and corporate trainers.

Health Professions & Natural Sciences

Launch or advance your health care career with CCNE-accredited nursing programs from BSN to DNP, Health Sciences degrees and 10+ health care-related certificate programs. Bachelor's and master's-level STEM programs include Biology and Environmental Science.

Social and Behavioral Sciences
Programs for those who serve their communities include human services, criminal justice, legal studies, homeland security, clinical and mental health counseling, and more.

Technology
Programs address the conceptual and practical aspects of information technologies, cybersecurity, communication, web and media design, game design and video/motion graphics.

Unlock the power of your prior credits and experience.

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