Admissions Frequently Asked Questions: Non-degree Seeking
FAQ
Transient
A transient student is a “visiting” student who wishes to take coursework at UWG while enrolled at another college.
How many semesters can I be a transient student?
There is no limit to consecutive semesters; however, each semester will require a new application and an updated Letter of Transient Permission from the student's home institution.
Can I transfer to UWG after my transient semester ends?
Yes, if you would like to continue at UWG as a degree-seeking student, you must reapply as a transfer degree-seeking student and fulfill all transfer admission requirements. Application as a transfer student and all required transfer admission documents must be received by the announced application and document deadline date.
How do I pay for classes?
Since transient students are “visiting” students and not degree-seeking UWG students, transient students are not eligible for any financial assistance from UWG. Transient students must make financial assistance arrangements with their “home” college.
Do I have to attend orientation?
Transient students do not attend new student orientation.
Auditor
An Auditor is a student who enrolls as an observer or listener only.
Can I get Financial Aid?
Since auditors are not degree-seeking students, auditors are not eligible for financial assistance from UWG.
When do I register for classes?
Auditors are eligible to register five days prior to the start of the semester. Visit here for the registration date of the upcoming term.
Can I attend UWG for multiple semesters?
Auditors are eligible to attend in consecutive terms; however, if they are absent three or more consecutive terms, they must reapply and submit an additional $40 application fee.
Do I have to attend Orientation?
Auditors do not attend new student orientation.
Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking
A Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking student attends classes but is not seeking a UWG degree.
Can I get Financial Aid?
Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking students are not eligible for financial assistance from UWG.
When do I register for classes?
Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking students are eligible to register five days prior to the start of the semester. Visit here for the registration date of the upcoming term.
Can I attend UWG for multiple semesters?
Yes, Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking students are eligible to attend in consecutive terms; however, they must reapply and submit an additional $40 application fee.
Do I have to attend Orientation?
Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Seeking students do not attend new student orientation.