Transfer Guide

Transfer Checklist

Planning to transfer takes more than just choosing a university - it means making sure you meet the right requirements, connect with the right people, and stay on track with your goals. Use this checklist as your step-by-step guide to take action now and set yourself up for a smooth transfer from Pierce College to your next school.

1. Search the college/university website

Use the search bar, site map, or A–Z index to find what you need.

2. Find admissions requirements for transfer students

• Check how many credits are required to be considered a transfer student.
• Confirm the minimum GPA for admission.
• Look for foreign language requirements (for admission, graduation, or your major).
• Review policies on transferring credits from other colleges.

Tip: Complete foreign language requirements at Pierce College when possible.

3. Review transfer equivalency tools

Look for equivalency tables or guides for Pierce College courses.

Example: University of Washington Pierce College Equivalency Guide

4. Connect with admissions advisors

Find admissions advisor contact information under the Admissions section of your desired college or university. Reach out early to confirm requirements and timelines for transfer.

5. Explore programs and majors

Look under Academics for lists of majors and programs. Contact a program/department advisor in your intended major to confirm admission and program-specific requirements.

6. Meet with a Pierce College advisor

Schedule an appointment to review your transfer plan.

Bring questions, your program map, and any transfer requirements you’ve found.

Washington State Transfer Colleges and Universities

Below are links to the home pages of most Washington State colleges/universities and a link to transfer information in most cases.

Public Colleges and Universities in Washington State

• Central Washington University
  • CWU Transfer
• Central Washington University, Pierce County Center at Ft. Steilacoom Campus
• Eastern Washington University
  • EWU Transfer
• The Evergreen State College (Olympia)
  • The Evergreen State College Transfer
  • The Evergreen State College (Tacoma)
• University of Washington Bothell
  • UW Bothell Transfer
• University of Washington Seattle
  • UW Transfer
• University of Washington Tacoma
  • UWT Transfer
• Washington State University (Pullman)
  • WSU Admissions
• Washington State University Online
• Washington State University Vancouver
  • WSU Vancouver Transfer
• Western Washington University
  • WWU Transfer

All colleges listed below hold postsecondary accreditation status. To learn more about accreditation, go to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation's website. Students are encouraged to do their own research into the suitability of the 4-year college or university in which they are interested in attending. Pierce College does not necessarily endorse colleges/universities listed below.

Private Non-Profit Colleges and Universities in Washington State

• Bastyr University
  • Bastyr University Transfer
• City University
  • CU Transfer
• Gonzaga University
  • Gonzaga Transfer
• Heritage University
  • Heritage Transfer
• Northwest University
  • Northwest University Transfer
• Pacific Lutheran University
  • PLU Transfer
• St. Martins University
  • SMU Transfer
• Seattle Pacific University
  • SPU Transfer
• Seattle University
  • SU Transfer
• University of Puget Sound
  • UPS Transfer
• Walla Walla University
  • Walla Walla University Transfer
• Western Governors University
• Whitworth University
  • Whitworth University Transfer

Private For-Profit Colleges and Universities in Washington State

• University of Phoenix

Selected Out-of-State Colleges and Universities

• Arizona State University (public)
  • ASU Transfer
• Portland State University (public)
• University of Southeast Alaska (public)
• University of Hawaii (public)
• University of Idaho (public)
• University of Montana (public)
• University of Maryland Global Campus

Attending college out of state? You may qualify for significantly reduced tuition. Check the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) website. (Provided by Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education.)

Search for more four-year schools, including colleges and universities outside of Washington State

• CollegeNET (provided by a software/service company)
• FastWeb College Search (provided by monster.com)
• College Navigator (provided by National Center for Education Statistics)
• Peterson's Education Portal (provided by a major test preparation company