Winthrop University Founded in 1886, Winthrop University is a public, coeducational, comprehensive teaching university with a student body of more than 6,300 students. The students pursue one of 40 undergraduate or 24 graduate degree programs with more than 100 options and concentrations in the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business Administration, the Richard W. Riley College of Education, and the College of Visual and Performing Arts. All eligible bachelor’s, master’s and specialist degrees are nationally accredited. Approximately half of all students live on the historic campus, only a short walk away from classrooms, the cafeteria, art galleries, Dacus Library and the new Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education and Wellness Center.

Address: 715 Oakland Ave. Rock Hill, South Carolina 29733 United States Transfer Admissions Contact Information: Tracy Hudson Admissions Counselor, Office of Admissions 803/323-2191 hudsont@winthrop.edu Phone Number: 803-323-2191 or 800-946-8476 Email: transfercounselor@winthrop.edu Website: www.winthrop.edu Request More Information Additional Contacts International Admissions Contact Lindsey Hill International Student Advisor, International Center 803/323-3440 hilll@winthrop.edu Information for Transfer In Students Accepts Transfers: Yes Transfer Applications Received: 768 (Fall 2008) Transfer Applications Accepted: 564 (Fall 2008) Percentage Accepted: 73% (Fall 2008) Transfer Applicants Enrolled: 323 (Fall 2008) Transfer Scholarships and Financial Aid A limited number of up to $1,500 renewable scholarships are available to South Carolina residents with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and 30 credit hours (excluding development or remedial courses.) Students are automatically considered at admission. Transfer Application Requirements Minimum GPA: 2.0 cumulative GPR for students who have completed 13 or more semester hours (excluding remedial courses). 2.5 cumulative GPR for students who have completed 12 or fewer semseter hours (excluding remedial courses). Official Transcripts: Transfer applicants must have official copies of all college course work (part- or full-time, attempted or completed) from every institution attended (whether credit was earned or attempted) sent directly to the Office of Admissions. SAT Scores: SAT or ACT scores are required for the following applicants: 1) high school graduation date is less than five calendar years; and 2) the applicant has completed 12 or fewer semester hours Letters of Recommendation: Essay: Applicants are encouraged to submit a personal statement that explains circumstances that affected prior performance in college. Application Fee: $40 Interview: Other Requirements: An official final high school transcript is required for all applicants who have completed fewer than 30 semester hours. Apply Here: www.winthrop.edu/admissions/apply/default.htm Application Deadlines for Transfer Spring December 1 Fall July 1 Transfer Credit Policy Minimum Grade: C- Credits (Min/Max): Only 65 semester hours from a two-year college may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree program at Winthrop. Transferring students who have completed course work in general studies programs are permitted to transfer only 15 semester hours. Transfer Policy Document: Winthrop University Transfer Admissions.pdf More Information Equivalencies: 11,672 in 49 Transfer Agreements for accepting courses into this school 86 Programs 2,041 Courses

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