Special full-credential students <p>Students who have a conferred bachelor’s degree and wish to enroll only for undergraduate coursework are considered “special students with credentials.” Students in this classification are eligible to enroll in up to 18 credits and must meet the UW-Whitewater program grade point average requirement. These students are considered to have fulfilled Proficiency, General Education, Core, and Diversity requirements. Transfer credit evaluations and Academic Advising Reports (AARs) are not available for these students and formal advising is not required.</p> How to apply to UW-Whitewater <p>Complete the online <a href="https://apply.wisconsin.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Universities of Wisconsin Application</a>. If you are a former UW-Whitewater graduate you will apply as a readmit. If your first undergraduate degree was from an institution outside UW-Whitewater, you will apply as a transfer student.</p> What to expect next <p>A few days after you submit your application, you’ll receive an email with information about setting up an account for our student information system, WINS. You can track your application progress, such as what documents still might be needed.</p> Enrollment deposit <p>A one-time $100 enrollment deposit is required of all new undergraduate students. This amount will be added to your student account after you register for your first semester of classes and can be viewed through Wins.</p> Registration <p>Special students may register for courses only on a space-available basis. Students must register through <a href="/wins">WINS</a>, including signing and accepting terms and conditions.</p> <p>A schedule of class information is available through the <a href="/registrar/veteran-services">Registrar’s office</a>.</p> Advising <p>While academic advising is not required for special students, contacting an advising coordinator for assistance and/or referral may be necessary. Transcripts are not evaluated for special students, however, review of transcripts and course material may be required for permission to enroll in specific classes.</p> <p><strong>Advising coordinators</strong><br />Please contact the advising coordinator for the appropriate college based on your course or field of study:</p> <ul> <li>College of Arts and Communication — Bob Mertens, <a href="mailto:mertensr@uww.edu">mertensr@uww.edu</a></li> <li>College of Business and Economic — Assistant Dean, <a href="mailto:undergradbus@uww.edu">undergradbus@uww.edu</a></li> <li>College of Education and Professional Studies — Kelli Danielski, <a href="mailto:danielsk@uww.edu">danielsk@uww.edu</a></li> <li>College of Integrated Studies — Solution Center, <a href="mailto:uwwrockinfo@uww.edu">uwwrockinfo@uww.edu</a></li> <li>College of Letters and Sciences — Advising office, <a href="mailto:lsadvise@uww.edu">lsadvise@uww.edu</a></li> </ul> <p><strong>Grade point average requirements</strong><br />Certain programs require appropriate prerequisites and cumulative grade point averages higher than 2.0. You can view all program requirements by visiting our transfer student page.</p> Financial aid <p>Special full credential students are not automatically eligible to apply for financial aid. Please visit our <a href="/financialaid">financial aid page</a> for information on all available opportunities.</p> Disability-related accommodations <p>The <a href="/csd">Center for Students with Disabilities</a> collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create an inclusive, accessible university experience. If you plan on applying for accommodations or services, please contact the Center for Students with Disabilities. Students are encouraged to apply for services as soon as possible.</p> Veteran benefits <p>If you meet the requirements for educational assistance for veterans, please contact the Veteran Coordinator in the <a href="/registrar/veteran-services">Veteran Services Resource Center</a>. Transfer students who previously used veteran benefits should also contact the Veteran Coordinator so benefits may be reactivated.</p> <p>To receive credit for your military experience, please submit your DD Form 214 or military service transcript (SMART transcript) to the Admissions Office.</p> Caret Special students without credentials <p>Special students without credentials have not received a bachelor's degree and are not required to receive formal academic advising upon enrollment. Students in this classification are admitted only for a single term and are limited to a part-time credit load. Academic Advising Reports (AARs) are not available for special students. Special students without credentials are not eligible for financial aid.</p> How to apply to UW-Whitewater <p>Complete the online <a href="https://apply.wisconsin.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Universities of Wisconsin Application</a> indicating special or guest applicant.</p> What to expect next <p>A few days after you submit your application, you’ll receive an email with information about setting up an account for our student information system, WINS. You can track your application progress, such as what documents still might be needed.</p> Enrollment deposit <p>A one-time $100 enrollment deposit is required of all new undergraduate students. This amount will be added to your student account after you register for your first semester of classes and can be viewed through Wins.</p> Registration <p>Special students register for courses on a space‑available basis through <a href="/wins">WINS</a>, including signing and accepting all required terms and conditions.</p> <p><strong>Credit Limits for Special Students Without Credentials</strong></p> <ul> <li>Fall/Spring: up to six credits</li> <li>Winterim: up to three credits</li> <li>Summer: up to 12 credits total (maximum of one credit per week per session; you may take one three‑week and one six‑week course simultaneously)</li> </ul> <p>You can view the full schedule of classes using the <a href="https://www.uww.sis.wisconsin.edu/psc/wtwprd-tb/EMPLOYEE/SA/c/SSR_STUDENT_FL.SSR_CLSRCH_MAIN_FL.GBL" target="_blank" rel="noopener">WINS Course Search</a>.</p> Placement testing <p>Special students who intend to take mathematics or English courses may be required to take placement tests, furnish previous course information, or ACT/SAT results to the Mathematics and/or Languages and Literatures Departments.</p> Course enrollment <p>To request permission to enroll, submit your unofficial transcript, UW‑Whitewater ID number, and the course and section you wish to take using the appropriate online form:</p> <ul> <li>College of Business and Economics: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOBU_4R2eeVnkHIn97nmZppM2jwjUdVSI22XVWQUpJVEzdIQ/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CoBE Permission Form</a></li> <li>College of Letters and Sciences: <a href="https://uwwhitewater.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2uclxEJlgnSBldA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CoLS Permission Form</a></li> </ul> <p>For all other courses, contact the department offering the course. Department contact information is available in the online directory or by calling UW‑Whitewater Campus Information at 262‑472‑1234 or the Rock County Campus Solution Center at 608‑758‑6541.</p> <p>Once permission is granted, students will enroll in their approved courses through <a href="https://www.uww.edu/wins">WINS</a>.</p> Disability-related accommodations <p>The <a href="/csd">Center for Students with Disabilities</a> collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create an inclusive, accessible university experience. If you plan on applying for accommodations or services, please contact the Center for Students with Disabilities. Students are encouraged to apply for services as soon as possible.</p> Veteran benefits <p>If you meet the requirements for educational assistance for veterans, please contact the Veteran Coordinator in the <a href="/registrar/veteran-services">Veteran Services Resource Center</a>. Transfer students who previously used veteran benefits should also contact the Veteran Coordinator so benefits may be reactivated.</p> <p>To receive credit for your military experience, please submit your DD Form 214 or military service transcript (SMART transcript) to the Admissions Office.</p> Helpful links <ul> <li><a href="https://www.uww.edu/registrar/schedule-of-classes">Schedule of Classes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.uww.edu/registrar/schedule-of-classes">WINS Guest Course Search</a></li> <li><a href="https://transferology.com/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Course Equivalencies (Transferology)</a></li> </ul> Caret