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Transfer Student: Admissions Guidelines

At UW-Green Bay, we understand that your educational journey may have been filled with twists and turns. That’s why our admissions team provides a comprehensive review of each application. We take a holistic approach, looking beyond grades alone to understand the full picture of your experiences and achievements. Continue reading Transfer Student: Admissions Guidelines

How to Transfer Colleges

Students transfer between colleges for a variety of different reasons, but ultimately, your education is just that – YOURS! Finding a path that fits your personal, educational, financial, and career goals are all important factors in considering whether or not to transfer, and where to. When considering transferring, keep these things in mind. Continue reading How to Transfer Colleges

International Students: Costs and Scholarships

Cost of attendance and scholarship information varies according to several factors for UW-Green Bay students. For international students, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay requires certification of adequate financial support from all students with non-immigrant visas.  A financial support statement and letter from the bank will be required of all students and/or sponsors. All fees are subject to change without notice. Fees are based on estimates and will be updated upon your arrival. All amounts are given in US dollars.  Continue reading International Students: Costs and Scholarships

International Students: Materials for My Transfer Application

For transfer international students, there are a few specific materials required in your application. Students must submit the online UW System application, secondary school transcripts, English proficiency score, and financial documents.

Please use the checklists and documents below, based on where you are currently living. Continue reading International Students: Materials for My Transfer Application

International Students: Materials for My Application?

For first-year international students, there are a few specific materials required in your application. Students must submit the online UW System application, secondary school transcripts, English proficiency score, and financial documents.

Please use the checklists and documents below, based on where you are currently living. Continue reading International Students: Materials for My Application?

How Do Test Scores Work for UW-Green Bay Applications?

Other schools may require ACT/SAT scores in order to complete an application but that’s not the case at UW-Green Bay. Test scores are optional and not required to apply. Although there are a few situations where they may be helpful once you are accepted. Continue reading How Do Test Scores Work for UW-Green Bay Applications?

Why Activities, Skills and Involvement Matter

You are more than a transcript and a test score. We know that. What you’ve learned in high school, and throughout your life, may not be recorded in your academic records alone. That’s why the application offers opportunities for your to list your activities, skills, organizations, work experiences, and community involvement.  Continue reading Why Activities, Skills and Involvement Matter

Preparing Your Application Essay

Writing a college application essay might seem intimidating, but with the right approach, you’ll have it finished in no time! Before you start, check the requirements for the universities you’re applying to—some schools don’t require an essay for admission. (Hint: At UW-Green Bay, the essay is optional!)

Think of your essay as your chance to introduce yourself beyond your academic record. What makes you, you? Are you involved in student clubs or community organizations? Have you faced challenges that shaped your journey? What are you passionate about? Pick key topics that showcase your personality, experiences and growth. Continue reading Preparing Your Application Essay

How Do Letters of Recommendation Work?

Letters of recommendation are not required as part of your application to UW-Green Bay, but they can be very helpful if you are on the “bubble” for admission. If you think you need a little extra evidence that you are going to be successful in a certain subject area, or overall, a letter of recommendation from a person who can attest to your ability to be successful in the classroom can be helpful.  Continue reading How Do Letters of Recommendation Work?