Wilkes University

Wilkes University requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

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

NOTE: Around 61% of students who start college at Wilkes University graduate within six years.

Wilkes 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: Wilkes 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 Are Required At Wilkes University?

Wilkes 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 required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Wilkes University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	Yes

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

Majors at Wilkes University

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

Student Designed Majors

Wilkes University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Wilkes University does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Wilkes University

Wilkes 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 mean taking more courses, 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 Wilkes University

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Does Wilkes University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Wilkes University does offer 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 Wilkes University Have An Online Program?

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

Does Wilkes University Give AP Credit?

✅ Wilkes 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 Wilkes University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Wilkes University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Wilkes University.

Does Wilkes University Require Internships?

🟨 Wilkes University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors.

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Additional Information About Wilkes University

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Wilkes University Library

The main library on campus is the Eugene S. Farley Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Wilkes University

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

Wilkes 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 Wilkes University have any ROTC programs?

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

Wilkes University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force 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 Wilkes University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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