Wichita State University

Wichita State University requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Wichita State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Wichita State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 48% of students who start college at Wichita State University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Wichita State University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Wichita State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Wichita State University?

Wichita State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	false
Science	false
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Wichita State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Wichita State University

When choosing a major, Wichita State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Wichita State University.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major.

Double Majoring at Wichita State University

Wichita State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wichita State University

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Does Wichita State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Wichita State University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Wichita State University Have An Online Program?

✅ Wichita State University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Wichita State University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Wichita State University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Wichita State University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Wichita State University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, and offers a Freshman Honors College. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Wichita State University.

Does Wichita State University Require Internships?

✅ Wichita State University requires an internship for all students.

Internships can help students gain hands on work experience for their resume, network, and explore career paths without committing to one path. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Wichita State University

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Wichita State University Library

The main library on campus is the Ablah Library and there are 2 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Wichita State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Wichita State University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Wichita State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Wichita State University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Wichita State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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