Transfer Students
Definition: Students will be classified as a transfer applicant if they enrolled in a college
or university after graduating from high school.
The transfer process for international students is quick and easy! Many students elect
to begin their studies at another college or university and transfer to Winthrop to
earn an undergraduate degree. Winthrop University will process transfer applicants
for the summer, fall or spring semesters.
Winthrop University works with rolling admissions so students can apply any time of
the year!
Don’t wait to start your future. Apply now.
Winthrop does award scholarships to qualified transfer students!
Please see our Financial Aid page for details on the scholarship requirements and award amounts. International students
are considered "Out-of-State" students, so please scroll down to the "Out-of-State Awards" section. Students who apply for admission will be automatically evaluated for these
scholarships during the admission process.
International Undergraduate Admissions Policy
Please note: To help expedite consideration of your application for admission, please
submit all the required documentation listed below at your earliest opportunity.
Unfortunately, applications cannot be considered for admission until Winthrop University’s
Office of Admissions has received ALL required application materials.
- Undergraduate applicants (beginning freshmen and transfers) must submit official transcripts,
mark sheets and examination certificates in their native language for all secondary
and/or postsecondary coursework, along with certified, literal (exact) English translations
for documents not originally issued in English. All official documents must be sent directly from the issuing institution, examining body, evaluation service or
translation service to Winthrop University’s Office of Undergraduate Admission.
- Undergraduate applicants (beginning freshmen and transfer) must submit secondary and
college or university credentials from non-U.S. institutions to a foreign credential
evaluation agency for a course-by-course evaluation with grade point average calculation.
Winthrop recommends a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org). The credential evaluation report must be sent directly from the evaluation service
to Winthrop University’s Office of Admissions.
- The Evaluation Company (TEC) is a NACES company that has created a custom portal
for Winthrop students to help you obtain a course-by-course evaluation with grade
point average calculation at a discounted rate. You can apply with their custom application
by clicking here. Once completed, The Evaluation Company (TEC) will send an official, electronic copy
of your evaluation to Winthrop at no cost.
- Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. is a NACES approved company that has created a custom
portal for Winthrop students to help you obtain a course-by-course evaluation with
grade point average calculation at a discounted rate. You can apply for these services
using their custom portal by clicking here.
- Official and original results of any standardized tests, such as SAT and ACT examinations
(please note that SAT and ACT examinations are not required for international students
but are highly recommended for potential scholarship eligibility). Standardized test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to Winthrop University’s Office of Admissions.
- Official documentation of English proficiency (see specific English language requirements
below).
- A non-refundable application fee of U.S. $60 must accompany the application.
- A clear photocopy of identity page of passport (to ensure correct spelling of applicant’s
name and verification of birthdate).
English Language Requirements
Winthrop University requires proficiency in spoken and written English. This helps
ensure that students who speak English as a second language are able to participate
fully in the classroom and be successful members of the Winthrop community. Official
score reports for proof of English proficiency must be sent directly from the testing
agency to Winthrop University’s Office of Admissions.
Winthrop University requires one of the following scores to prove English language
proficiency:
- A TOEFL score of at least 520 paper-based or 68 internet-based.
- A band score of 6.0 on IELTS with no sub score lower than 5.
- A Duolingo English Test score of 95
- Successful completion of level 112 of the Intensive English for Academic Purposes
Program from an ELS English Language Center. Please note that Winthrop must receive an official Academic Report and copy of
the ELS Certificate directly from ELS.
- SAT Critical Reading score of 480 or higher.
- Graduation from a high school where English is the primary language of instruction.
- Successful completion of two semesters at an accredited US institution as a full-time
student, and completion of two semesters of English composition with a grade of C-
or higher (online English composition courses are not accepted).
- A Oxford ELLT score of 6 with no sub score below a 5. Use the following link and discount code WIN10 for 10% off.
- A Pearson PTE Academic and PTE Academic Online score of 47 PTE Academic English test | Pearson PTE
- International students from the following countries are exempt from the English Language
Requirement: Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda,
Botswana, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Canada (except
Quebec), Cayman Islands, Cyprus, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana,
Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Ireland, Islas Malvinas, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati,
Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Montserrat,
Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines,
Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, St.
Christopher & Nevis, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda,
United Kingdom, Vanuatu, Vatican City, Virgin Islands, Western Samoa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Awarding of Transfer Credit:
The evaluation of transfer credit is conducted by the student services office of each academic area. Upon acceptance, a copy of the college transcript(s) is forwarded
to the appropriate student services office as indicated by your choice of degree program
on the admissions application. Information on the transfer of credit will be available to
the student after an evaluation has been completed.
Please consult Winthrop Universities undergraduate transfer credit policy for more information on transferring course credit to Winthrop University.
If you should have any further questions to the information displayed on this page
please contact the Office of Admissions.
Transfer credit will not be considered if all prior institutions are not listed on
this application. Winthrop University may request complete course descriptions or
course syllabi for all courses you have taken to allow for a full evaluation for transfer
of credit.
Additional requirements for transfer students from foreign institutions:
Transfer credit will not be considered if all prior institutions are not listed on
this application. You must submit an official course-by-course credential evaluation
to accompany official transcripts. The credential evaluation must be performed by
an agency that is a member of NACES (www.naces.org).
Important Reminder:
In order for Winthrop to process an application and consider it for full undergraduate
admissions, we require students to submit all of their original and official transcripts.
For the purposes of admissions and transfer credit, an official document is a document
that has been sent directly to Winthrop University in a sealed envelope from the institution
you attended or from the examining body.
These transcripts have to be sent to us directly by the issuing institution. Please
ask that all original documents be sent to the following address:
Winthrop University
Office of Admissions
Joynes Hall
Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA
Email: Admissions@winthrop.edu
Student Visa and Financial Guarantee
To receive the immigration document required to obtain an F or J visa, all international
students are required to provide evidence of financial support for one academic year
at Winthrop. Proof of funding for a year at Winthrop is not an admissions requirement
but a requirement of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. International students
are required to complete a Statement of Financial Responsibility and Affidavit of
Support verifying proof of funding. This document must indicate sufficient funds to
support your education and living expenses while studying in the United States and
be accompanied by an official bank letter or original bank statements. Immigration
documents cannot be issued without this documentation.
Winthrop's International Center can provide information on the Statement of Financial Responsibility and Affidavit of Support and costs for studying
at Winthrop. If you have any additional questions about the F or J visa and your immigration
status while studying at Winthrop please contact the International Center.
