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Next Steps for Admitted Transfer Students

Congratulations on Your Acceptance to BW!

As a newly admitted transfer student, you're bringing valuable experience and perspective to Baldwin Wallace University. We're thrilled to have you continue your academic journey with us.

To help you transition smoothly, we’ve outlined your next steps below. These will guide you through important tasks like setting up your BW student ID, submitting your new student deposit, and preparing for your first semester at BW.

Need help? If you have any questions about your BW student ID, paying your new student deposit, transferring credit to BW, or with any of the steps below, please contact the BW admission office at admission@bw.edu or call (440) 826-2222. We're here to help!


Step 1: Set Up Your BW Account

  • First, retrieve your BW username by logging into your application portal.
  • Second, while still logged in to the application portal, follow the instructions linked in the portal to set the password for your new BW account/email address.

Helpful Tips

  • Video instructions: Check out this video for step-by-step instructions.
  • You will need the mobile phone associated with your BW application when activating your new account.
  • You must set up your BW account before you can continue with the rest of the steps on this page.

Step 2: View Your Initial Transfer Evaluation

Once your transfer evaluation is complete, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access your information via My Records. You will be able to see how your courses transfer to BW and what BW requirements they will fulfill.

Ready to commit to BW?

Move on to steps 3 and 4!


Step 3: Pay Your New Student Deposit

To secure your spot in the next class at BW, you need to pay the $200 new student deposit online in the BW payment portal. Use your BW username and password created in step 1.


Step 4: Complete Your Onboarding Forms

These forms will complete your new student registration process. You will be notified when the forms become available.

  • Students entering BW in spring 2026: Onboarding forms will be available in November 2025.
  • Students entering BW in fall 2026: Onboarding fomrs will be available in February 2026.

Step 5: Complete Transfer Student Course and Register for Classes

After completing your onboarding forms, you will be enrolled in a required online course that is designed for you to progress at your own pace. You will be notified when this course becomes available.


Step 6: Attend Orientation and Weekend of Welcome

Orientation and Weekend of Welcome are mandatory for all new students.

  • Students entering BW in spring 2025: Orientation will be on Friday, January 9, 2026
  • Students entering BW in fall 2026: Orientation dates will be available in early 2026

Other Important Items for Your To-Do List

There's a few more things you'll need to do:


Questions?

We're here to help! If you have any questions about your BW student ID, paying your new student deposit, or anything else, please contact the BW admission office at admission@bw.edu or call (440) 826-2222.