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What is the Reverse Transfer Project?
The Reverse Transfer Project allows eligible Wichita State University (WSU) students to earn an associate degree from a Kansas community college or technical college after transferring to WSU.
Students can combine credits earned at their previous Kansas community college or technical college with credits earned at Wichita State University to satisfy associate degree requirements.
Eligible students are invited to participate during their first semester at WSU or when they become eligible.
Who is eligible for Reverse Transfer?
You may be eligible for Reverse Transfer if:
- You transferred to Wichita State University from a Kansas public community college or technical college.
- You are currently enrolled at WSU.
- You are pursuing a bachelor's degree.
- You earned at least 15 credit hours at one Kansas community college or technical college.
Eligible students will receive an invitation each fall and spring semester until they choose to participate or decline participation.
Why should I participate in Reverse Transfer?
Participating in Reverse Transfer may allow you to:
- Earn an associate degree while working toward your bachelor's degree.
- Receive an additional academic credential.
- Strengthen your resume and career opportunities.
- Gain recognition for college coursework already completed.
The associate degree is awarded by your previous Kansas community college or technical college, not by Wichita State University.
How do I participate in the Reverse Transfer Project?
Step 1: Log in to myWSU portal.
Step 2: Find the Reverse Transfer Project card
Select the Student tab and locate the Reverse Transfer Project card.
Step 3: Submit your decision
Complete the form and choose whether you want to:
- Opt In to participate in Reverse Transfer
- Opt Out of Reverse Transfer
You only need to opt in one time.
What happens after I opt in?
Once you opt in:
- WSU monitors your earned credit hours.
- When you reach 60 total earned credit hours, WSU sends your transcript to the community college or technical college you selected.
- The transcript is sent at no cost to you.
- Your former institution reviews your coursework to determine whether you meet associate degree requirements.
- If eligible, the institution awards your associate degree.
- WSU receives notification that the degree has been awarded.
When are transcripts sent?
WSU sends transcripts after each fall and spring semester for participating students who have earned at least 60 total credit hours.
Transcripts continue to be sent until:
- An associate degree is awarded.
- The student opts out.
- The student is no longer enrolled at WSU.
How will I know if I earned my associate degree?
Your community college or technical college will determine whether you have met graduation requirements.
If an associate degree is awarded:
- Your former institution will notify Wichita State University.
- Your former institution will provide information about receiving your diploma.
- The earned associate degree will appear on your transcript from that institution.
Reverse Transfer Deadlines
| Event |
Spring Cycle |
Fall Cycle |
| Student deadline to opt in |
August 1 |
February 1 |
| WSU sends transcript by |
September 15 |
February 15 |
| Community college or technical college awards associate degrees by |
January 15 |
July 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I earn an associate degree after transferring to WSU?
Yes. Through the Reverse Transfer Project, eligible students can combine credits earned at WSU and a previous Kansas community college or technical college to qualify for an associate degree.
Does Reverse Transfer cost money?
No. WSU sends transcripts to participating institutions at no cost to the student.
Do I need to opt in every semester?
No. Once you opt in, your participation continues until you opt out, earn an associate degree, or stop attending WSU.
Which schools participate in Reverse Transfer?
The Reverse Transfer Project is available for students who transferred from participating Kansas public community colleges and technical colleges.
Where do I complete the Reverse Transfer form?
Log in to myWSU, select the Student tab, and locate the Reverse Transfer Project card.