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With a variety of transfer options, you can start at Western and earn credits toward a bachelor’s degree from one of many four-year universities. Choose from:
Associate of Science–Liberal Arts (ASLA) Transfer Programs
The ASLA transfer programs are designed to help you on the path to a bachelor’s degree whether you are undecided in your career choice, have a specific career in mind, or would like to earn a two-year transfer degree.
There is the option to take the full two-year associate’s degree or to select courses that fit your transfer goals.
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Engineering Pathway
Within the ASLA program, this 2+2 transfer agreement with Viterbo University allows you to take general studies and engineering intro classes at Western, then transfer all 64 credits directly into Viterbo’s Engineering bachelor’s degree as a junior.
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Business Pathway
This agreement with UW-La Crosse allows you to take general studies and business classes, then transfer all 58-59 credits directly into one of seven UW-La Crosse business programs. View the Business Pathway transfer agreement.
UW-Madison Pathway
Western students who start in the ASLA program can sign a transfer contract with the University of Wisconsin-Madison. To enroll in this pathway, you must declare an intent to apply for admission to UW–Madison, meet UW-Madison admission requirements, and meet specified levels of academic achievement.
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Course-by-Course
Select the higher-level general studies courses you need to complete your degree at another college or university. This is a great way to save on tuition if you’re taking a semester off or are home for the summer. This option is not eligible for Financial Aid.
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Transfer Agreements by Program
Several of Western's associate degree programs transfer directly into specific bachelor degree programs. Check the individual program pages for university transfer agreements available for that particular program, or see the complete list here.