Transfer Student Check List

Transferring universities can be overwhelming! Use this checklist to help you prepare for your transition to Western Illinois University. As always, if you have any questions, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office at 877/PICK WIU or e-mail admissions@wiu.edu. Quad Cities transfers, please contact WIU-QC Admissions at 309/762-9481 or e-mail CM-Williams11@wiu.edu.

Before Arriving at WIU

A Note on your University Bill

Your first University bill will be mailed during the first week of August. If you have any questions concerning your bill, contact Billing and Receivables at 309/298-1831 or at billings@wiu.edu.

If you have any questions concerning your financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office at 309/298-2446 or at Financial-Aid@wiu.edu.

Apply to Western Illinois University
Have your current college/university send an official final transcript to WIU admissions after your classes have been completed and recorded or a degree has been posted. Official transcript should be sent to:

Undergraduate Admissions
Western Illinois University
1 University Circle
Macomb, Illinois 61455
After being accepted to WIU, submit your immunization records and verify that your immunizations are current with Beu Health Center. For details and necessary forms, visit the Beu Health Center Immunization web page.
Contact University Housing & Dining Services to inquire about living requirements.

Once you Arrive on Campus

Have your student ID picture taken at the Student Assistance & Parent Service Center.
Reserve or buy your books at one or both of the bookstores: the University Union Bookstore and/or Chapman's Bookstore (717 West Adams Street, Phone: 309/833-4509).
Buy your parking sticker from Parking Services on or after August 1.