Information for Community College Counselors

Our goal is to admit students who will be successful at WMU and contribute to the Bronco community. Visit the Admissions Criteria page for details on items we consider during application reviews.  

Students are considered for admission as transfer students when they have completed college coursework during a fall or spring semester after graduating from high school. Early/middle college or dual-enrolled students are considered freshmen. Applicants should have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) for consideration. 

• Factors of consideration for applicants include: 
• Cumulative college GPA (from all institutions attended) 
• Trend of recent semester grades 
• Number of college-level courses completed 

Transfer students must apply by creating a WMU Gold Gateway account.  

Request official transcripts be sent to WMU Admissions electronically or via mail at: 

Western Michigan University 
Office of Admissions 
1903 W Michigan Ave 
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5211 USA 
admissions-transcripts@wmich.edu

Applications and all official transcripts must be delivered to WMU Admissions by these deadlines for consideration. 

• Spring semester (early January entry): January 1 
• Summer I session (early May entry): May 1 
• Summer II session (late June entry): June 15 
• Fall semester (late August entry): August 28† (extended for fall 2023)

†Students interested in Aviation Flight Science or direct admission to the Bronson School of Nursing should visit the Competitive Admission Programs website for details on specific application details and deadlines. 

24+ completed credit hours 

• Official college transcript from each institution attended post-high school graduation 

≤23 completed credit hours 

• Official college transcript from each institution attended post-high school graduation 
• Official, final high school transcript from graduating high school or GED score 

Western Michigan University has adopted a test-optional policy. However, if you graduated less than two years before you plan to enroll at WMU, you can strengthen your application by submitting self-reported ACT or SAT scores. 

Students who are eligible for an application fee waiver may self-identify on the Gold Gateway application. Completed paper waivers may be sent to WMU via mail or electronically to @email. 

Students who fall into the following two categories should complete WMU’s transfer application by creating a Gold Gateway account: 

• Transfer students: Currently attending or have previously attended another college and want to finish their bachelor's degree at WMU.  
• Returning students: Went to WMU but have been away for a year or were academically dismissed, and want to come back to finish their bachelor's degree.  

Other applicant types should apply using the links below. If you are unsure about a student's applicant type, visit the Application Types page.  

• Early/middle college or dual-enrolled students are considered freshmen and should apply via the Common App.  
• International students must complete the WMU International Application to be considered for admission. 
• Graduate students must apply with the Graduate College application. 

For students who may fall under one, or more, of these special populations, follow the links for further resources and information. 

• Foster Youth Initiative: WMU offers unique scholarship and support opportunities for first-year, returning, and transfer students who have aged out of the foster care system. The Seita Scholars Program aims to address barriers to success that are typically unique to foster care alumni. 
• College Assistance Migrant Program: The purpose of the WMU College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) is to provide academic and financial support to assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers or their children in successfully completing their first undergraduate year at the University and continuing in their post-secondary education. 
• DACA/Undocumented Students: WMU does not factor in citizenship status in the admission decision and provides in-state tuition for DACA/undocumented students. There is privately funded assistance available on a limited basis that can be applied to tuition and residence hall payments for DACA/undocumented students. 

The best way for a student to experience WMU is to visit campus... multiple times! WMU offers campus visit opportunities throughout the year, including targeted programming to assist throughout each stage of a student's college search process. 

For your convenience, we are pleased to offer a variety of virtual experiences for counselors and students interested in learning more about WMU. 

• Western Essential Studies 
• Michigan Transfer Agreement 
• Housing at WMU 
• Student Engagement 
• Discover Kalamazoo 
• WMU Transfer Student Facebook