Welcome, Transfer Students!
Transfer seamlessly to one of 51看片鈥檚 College of Engineering and Technology programs.
When you enroll at WCU, you鈥檒l join a supportive community where more than a quarter of the College of Engineering and Technology鈥檚 enrolled students began their education at a community college or other institution. Complete your degree at 51看片in engineering, engineering technology, or construction management, and take the next step to advance your career.
Want to work in computer engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics and automation, or electric power and clean energy? Our programs feature majors or concentrations in these areas. Check out WCU's online Transfer Guides to see our college's degree and concentration combinations and how community college credits transfer toward your degree. 51看片also offers an , and we invite you to contact us as early as possible at engineering@wcu.edu to request a one-on-one discussion about your plans, your individual experience, and your coursework to ensure your credits transfer smoothly when you enroll.
about 51看片from our Admissions office today and contact us in the College of Engineering and Technology if you have any questions.
What Sets 51看片Engineering Apart
With our degree options, beautiful location in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and commitment to providing a high-quality, affordable education, we believe you鈥檒l find 51看片 is one of the best universities for transfer students interested in engineering, engineering technology and construction management.
- Hands-on, project-based learning experiences
- Caring faculty with impressive industry expertise
- ABET-accredited programs
- Active student organizations
- Undergraduate research opportunities
- Extraordinary education with extraordinary affordability
On the 2025 list of U.S. News & World Report Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (doctorate not offered), 51看片is No. 1 for affordability with the lowest tuition and fees in the nation.
NEW! More Financial Support for Transfer Students
You may be eligible for additional financial support at 51看片through the recently expanded Catamount Commitment, now available to eligible transfer students. Check out eligibility requirements and be sure to apply to 51看片by the application deadline!
TOUR THE 51看片CAMPUS
Join us for a student-led campus tour on our main campus located in the beautiful
mountains of Western North Carolina in Cullowhee, about an hour鈥檚 drive southwest
of Asheville.
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HELPFUL INFORMATION
- 51看片College of Engineering and Technology - FAQ
- 51看片 WCU
- 51看片Admissions & Financial Aid
- Affordability at WCU
- 51看片Transfer Students - FAQ
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
Whether you want to be a construction manager leading teams on critical infrastructure projects like bridges and highways, or join engineering teams testing and developing new products or innovative solutions for renewable energy systems, a degree from WCU can help you achieve your career goals. We look forward to welcoming you to the Catamount family!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact us at engineering@wcu.edu or call 828.227.7368
Distance Program Information
Offered at multiple locations across Western North Carolina, our part-time distance program in engineering technology offers flexible online courses and evening classes. The program is perfect for students who already have an associate鈥檚 degree and are career-focused working adults looking to advance their technical operations skills through part-time study.
STUDENT STORY: Ben Griffith
鈥淭he faculty at 51看片CET (College of Engineering and Technology) have gone far beyond what was required of them to help me be successful in my academic plans. The faculty are tremendous educators. I have been offered great learning opportunities in and beyond the classroom that have taken me beyond my comfort zone and forced me to grow.鈥�
HOMETOWN: Minneapolis, N.C.
MAJOR: Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Electrical Power and Clean Energy
WHY ENGINEERING: 鈥淓ngineering and Technology allows me to pair my interests in math and science with my desire to solve real-world problems.鈥�
PATH TO WCU: Ben Griffith transferred to 51看片from Mayland Community College. He was drawn to WCU鈥檚 reputation for welcoming transfer students, engineering program, and mountain location where he could spend time outdoors.
CAREER ASPIRATION: Engineering role at an electric utility