Upper-Level Admission to the Mahurin Honors College
The Mahurin Honors College (MHC) encourages applications for upper-level admission by transfer scholars from other 2-year and 4-year institutions, including from current WKU students, who are interested in joining the MHC community. Joining the MHC as a transfer scholar offers a unique and enriching opportunity for academic and personal, and professional growth, including but not limited to: opportunities to engage in challenging coursework, personalized attention with smaller class sizes, access to a diverse community of scholars and perspectives that encourages exploration and discussion, leadership and professional development, global perspectives through unique study abroad programs, and networking opportunities through our alumni network.
Admission Eligibility
Current WKU, Community College, or Transfer Student (18-45 total credit hours earned)
- Eligibility: No more than 45 total hours of college coursework completed and in-progress with a 3.2 cumulative GPA. Eligible for the full 28-hour Mahurin Honors College curriculum.
Current WKU, Community College, or Transfer Student (45-75 total credit hours earned)
- Eligibility: Between 45-75 total hours of college coursework completed and in-progress with a 3.2 cumulative GPA. Eligible for the Honors in the Major curriculum.
Application
All future scholars must first apply for admission to WKU and then to The Mahurin Honors College. Note: This is required of scholars transferring to WKU from another 2- or 4-year institution. Current WKU scholars seeking admission to the MHC do not need to reapply to WKU.
Transfer scholars complete an abridged application for MHC admission. Make note of the submission deadline.
Additional Resources
The Transfer Center is the one-stop location for students interested in transferring to WKU. The Transfer Center can assist students with transfer admission, credit evaluation, advising, and much more.
Seamlessly transition to WKU and receive financial support designed to recognize your academic achievements, making your path to higher education both affordable and rewarding.
This community is for any student who is transferring to WKU from another institution of higher education, whether that is a four-year university or a community college.
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