Profile
- IPEDS UNITID
- 216852
- OPE ID
- 00331300
- City, state
- Chester, PA
- Sector
- private nonprofit 4-year or above
- Website
- https://www.widener.edu/
- Cost rows
- 9
- Confidence
- 0.0% from the census of this database (sha256 matches); target 90%
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Transfer profile
What we hold
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| Checklists | 0 | Harvested, none found · Harvest | |||
| Courses | 0 | Harvested, none found · Harvest | |||
| Policies | 21 | Title 20 of 21 · Section 21 of 21 · Text 21 of 21 · Edition 21 of 21 · Source 21 of 21 | 2026 | 2026-10-04 | Harvested from a truncated capture · Serve loaded 20 rows; 21 held |
| Agreements | 5 | Effective 0 of 5 · Title 5 of 5 · Type 5 of 5 · Source 5 of 5 | 2026-10-04 | ||
| Pathways | 0 | 2026-10-04 | Harvested, none found · Harvest | ||
| Comparability | 1 | Exam code 0 of 1 · Condition 0 of 1 · Credits 0 of 1 · As printed 0 of 1 · Exam 1 of 1 · Source 1 of 1 | 2026 | 2026-10-04 | Harvested from a truncated capture |
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| Accreditation | — | No harvest reader yet · Harvest | |||
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Catalogs 1
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| html | www.widener.edu | 2026-09-13T20:31:06.209083900+00:00 |
Policies 21
| Title | Section | Text | Edition | Source |
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| credit_by_exam | We will evaluate your candidacy for honors based on the strength of your essay, your ability to demonstrate a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher, and your performance in courses that are part of a heightened curriculum—such as Advanced Placement (AP), college prep, or honors. | 2026 | www.widener.edu | |
| Admissions Information | transfer_credit | Widener University accepts up to 6 transfer credits for its criminal justice program which may be applied as electives. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Admissions Information | transfer_credit | Up to 6 transfer credits may be applied as electives towards a degree in public administration. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Admissions Information | prior_learning | Waived courses do not count as advanced standing because the PsyD program does not offer advanced standing and is a five-year program. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Admissions Information | transfer_credit | Transfer credits are not accepted for the certificate programs. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Admissions Information | transfer_credit | Transfer to Widener Click to Open Here, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree—more than most universities accept. You can also receive credit for prior learning—such as certificates, CLEP exams, military service, and more. Students who have completed an approved allied health program and have an active certification can turn their certification into course credits by receiving transfer credit towards their associate's or bachelor's degree. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Admissions Information | transfer_credit | Transfer to Widener Click to Open Here, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree—more than most universities accept. You can also receive credit for prior learning—such as certificates, CLEP exams, military service, and more. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Advanced Standing - Online | prior_learning | Advanced Standing - Online $1,020 per credit 36 total credits $36,720 total cost Next slide 1 2 3 4 5 Tuition rates are subject to change. Official costs for your first year will be determined at time of enrollment. More About Tuition & Financial Aid Next Steps to Apply | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Advanced Standing MSW Program | prior_learning | Advanced Standing MSW Program A baccalaureate degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)–accredited social work program earned within 6 years from the date of matriculation An overall GPA of 3.0 or better, and a GPA of 3.3 in the social work major. Applicants with GPAs below 3.0 may be admitted on a provisional basis. Students admitted provisionally must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or better in their first semester of course work (minimum of 6 credits) to continue in the program. A letter of recommendation from the BSW field instructor or field director The personal qualities and values that are needed for social work practice with oppressed and disadvantaged populations. These include the ability to form professional helping relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds and value systems, the ability to respect human dignity and be nonjudgmental, concern over social justice and the empowering of oppressed individuals and groups, and a commitment to helping others. On-Campus MSW Application Requirements & Deadlines Click to Open | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Advanced Transfer Students Save Around $6,000 | transfer_credit | If you're transferring into Widener's BSN program with 60 or more qualified transfer credits, you may be eligible to receive significant savings. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Alcohol & Drug Counseling Program Information | transfer_credit | It's easy to transfer credits from this alcohol & drug counseling certificate to the allied health education or counselor education master's degree . After completing a short application, all your certificate courses will be applied towards your degree program. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Application Requirements | prior_learning | Complete online application Pay $35 application fee Two letters of recommendation Advanced Standing requires at least one letter of recommendation from the BSW field instructor or field director and at least one from another academic source (e.g., professor, advisor) All undergraduate transcripts Personal statement Current resume Interview is required for all campus applicants and online advanced standing applicants | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Degree Completion Online Programs | transfer_credit | Here, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree—more than most universities accept—and also receive credit for prior learning. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Degree Completion Online Programs | transfer_credit | | Widener University Skip to main content Skip to main site navigation Skip to main content Utility Menu WU Links myWidener mySuccess Canvas Outlook Email Office365 Zoom Self Service Wolfgram Library Campus Store Resources For You High School Students New First-Year & Transfer Students Current Students Parents & Families Faculty & Staff Alumni Community & Partners News Events Athletics ♥ Give Mega Nav Academics Academics Academics Overview Find Your Program Explore All Programs Undergraduate Majors Graduate & Law Programs Adult & Continuing Studies Online Programs Colleges & Schools College of Arts & Sciences College of Health & Human Services School of Business Administration School of Engineering Dwyer School of Nursing Center for Continuing Studies Commonwealth Law School Delaware Law School Resources for Success Academic & Career Support Accessibility Co-Ops & Internships Study Away Wolfgram Library Academic Calendar Catalogs & Handbooks Faculty Directory Labs & Learning Spaces Academic Leadership Close Admissions & Aid Admissions & Aid Admissions & Aid Overview Admissions Pathways Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Transfer International Military & Veteran Tuition & Aid Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Visit Campus Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Apply Now Check Application Status Request Info Close Why Widener Why Widener Why Widener Overview Career Inside Track Faculty Mentorship Research & Innovation Leadership Development Location Matters Student Stories Alumni Success Points of Pride Widener at a Glance Close Campus Life Campus Life Campus Life Overview Our Campus Campus Vibe Where to Live Where to Eat What's Nearby Get Involved Clubs & Organizations Athletics & Club Sports Music & Performing Arts Fraternity & Sorority Life Well-Being Belonging Mental Health & Counseling Health & Fitness Personal & Community Safety Engage Widener mySuccess WidenerCONNECT Student Engagement & Transformation Leadership Close About About About Overview About Widener Points of Pride Widener at a Glance Our Leadership Strategy, Mission & History Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Community Resources Clinics & Centers Wolfgram Memorial Library Observatory Taylor Arboretum Faculty Directory Offices & Departments Maps & Directions Work at Widener President's Leadership Team Close Search Website AI Search Apply Visit Search Website AI Search Mega Nav Academics Find Your Program Explore All Programs Undergraduate Majors Graduate & Law Programs Adult & Continuing Studies Online Programs Colleges & Schools College of Arts & Sciences College of Health & Human Services School of Business Administration School of Engineering Dwyer School of Nursing Center for Continuing Studies Commonwealth Law School Delaware Law School Resources for Success Academic & Career Support Accessibility Co-Ops & Internships Study Away Wolfgram Library Academic Calendar Catalogs & Handbooks Faculty Directory Labs & Learning Spaces Academic Leadership Admissions & Aid Admissions Pathways Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Transfer International Military & Veteran Tuition & Aid Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Visit Campus Undergraduate Graduate Adult & Continuing Studies Apply Now Check Application Status Request Info Why Widener Career Inside Track Faculty Mentorship Research & Innovation Leadership Development Location Matters Student Stories Alumni Success Points of Pride Widener at a Glance Campus Life Our Campus Campus Vibe Where to Live Where to Eat What's Nearby Get Involved Clubs & Organizations Athletics & Club Sports Music & Performing Arts Fraternity & Sorority Life Well-Being Belonging Mental Health & Counseling Health & Fitness Personal & Community Safety Engage Widener mySuccess WidenerCONNECT Student Engagement & Transformation Leadership About About Widener Points of Pride Widener at a Glance Our Leadership Strategy, Mission & History Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Community Resources Clinics & Centers Wolfgram Memorial Library Observatory Taylor Arboretum Faculty Directory Offices & Departments Maps & Directions Work at Widener President's Leadership Team Apply Visit Utility Menu WU Links myWidener mySuccess Canvas Outlook Email Office365 Zoom Self Service Wolfgram Library Campus Store Resources For You High School Students New First-Year & Transfer Students Current Students Parents & Families Faculty & Staff Alumni Community & Partners News Events Athletics ♥ Give Degree Completion Online Programs Transfer up to 90 credits, including credits from prior learning, and complete your degree 100% online in a fast, convenient, and affordable way. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Explore the Psychology Degree | transfer_credit | Pick a minor, transfer up to 90 credits from prior learning, and fast-track your way to a master's degree —here, you can do it all. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Finish Your Degree On Your Terms with our Degree Completion Online Programs | transfer_credit | Transfer up to 90 credits, including credits from prior learning, and complete your degree 100% online in a fast, convenient, and affordable way. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Master's in Social Work Degree Options & Curriculums | prior_learning | Visit the Online MSW website Advanced Standing MSW (On-Campus or Online) Click to Open If you have earned an undergraduate degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program within the last six years, you may be eligible to participate in Widener's Advanced Standing MSW option. Select graduates in the on-campus advanced standing program may be eligible to receive pro bono clinical supervision as they obtain licensure. The advanced standing option can be completed on campus or online within as little as two years. View the academic catalog for curriculum and coursework requirements for the online MSW program: Online Advanced Standing MSW curriculum & coursework On-Campus Full-time Advanced Standing MSW curriculum & coursework On-Campus Part-time Advanced Standing MSW curriculum & coursework MSW/PhD Dual Degree Click to Open Widener offers an MSW/PhD dual degree option for students who have a master’s degree in a related field and would like to earn their MSW and PhD degrees simultaneously. Advanced standing students: Both full-time and part-time students should advise the Campus Program Director upon admission to the MSW Advanced Standing program. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Nursing Major Program Options | transfer_credit | Curriculum & Coursework for Advanced Transfer Nursing Majors Click to Open As an experienced college student with 60 or more transfer credits, you may be eligible to propel your nursing education and transfer into our traditional BSN program as a junior. All other semesters will be billed at the traditional, full-time undergraduate rate . Keep in mind, starting your fall semester, you may be eligible for a transfer scholarship. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Supplemental Materials | transfer_credit | Waived courses do not count as advanced standing because the PsyD program does not offer advanced standing and is a five-year program. Widener University accepts up to 6 transfer credits for its criminal justice program which may be applied as electives. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Up to 90 Transfer Credits | transfer_credit | Up to 90 Transfer Credits Here, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor's degree—more than most universities accept. You can also receive credit for prior learning—such as certificates, CLEP exams, military service, and more. By entering your program with a high number of transfer credits, you'll save time and tuition and launch the next phase of your career sooner. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
| Waiting List Details | transfer_credit | Advanced Transfer: Applications are due by January 15. Application Requirements: Completed application to Widener University specifying a major in nursing 3.0 GPA (both cumulative and science) in previous course work with a pattern of academic success Letter of good standing from the dean/director/chair of the nursing program for students whose transcript contains evidence of nursing courses, including a statement indicating the student is eligible to return to the school Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions For the advanced transfer pathway, the following 60 credits should be completed, including 4 sciences: Chemistry (4 credits, including lab) *Must be taken within 5 years Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits, including lab) taken within 5 years Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits, including lab) taken within 5 years Microbiology (4 credits, including lab) *Must be taken within 5 years Statistics Nutrition Visit the How to Apply as a Transfer Student page for more information about transferring into Widener, how transfer credits are evaluated, and scholarships especially for transfer students. | 2026 | www.widener.edu |
Agreements 5
| Title | Type | Effective | Source |
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| Articulation Agreements (A3.13a) Click to Open Widener University's physician assistant studies (MS) program maintains the following articulation agreements: Penn State University 4+2.5 University of Delaware: 4+2.5 Several other articulation agreements are currently being developed. | articulation | www.widener.edu | |
| Enter through Widener's Pre-Occupational Therapy Pathway | articulation | www.widener.edu | |
| For additional application process information, please visit CSDCAS . Articulation Agreements Click to Open Widener University's master of science in speech-language pathology maintains the following articulation agreements: Immaculata University: 3+2 and 4+2 International Admissions Click to Open Widener University serves as a "second home" for students from around the world. | articulation | www.widener.edu | |
| JD Dual Degree Options | dual-degree | www.widener.edu | |
| Learn more about our Accelerated Advantage 4+1 Program Foundations & Transformations: Our Fresh Take on "Gen Ed" Requirements Click to Open College is about exploration. | combined-degree | www.widener.edu |
Comparability 1
| Exam | Exam code | Condition | Credits | As printed | Source |
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| AP | www.widener.edu |
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