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Admissions

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New to College

First-Year Undergraduate

You're ready to begin your college journey by joining the Griffin community.

Transferring to Westminster

Transfer Undergraduate

You have completed high school and are taking/have taken college-level courses since then. You’re ready to change it up and continue your college journey as a part of the Griffin community.

Exploring Grad School

Graduate

You already have an undergraduate degree and are ready to advance your career, broaden your professional network, and explore new facets of your chosen field through graduate studies.

An International Student

Undergraduate and Graduate

First-Year Student: You are coming to Westminster from high school
Transfer Student: You are coming to Westminster from another college or university
Exchange Student: You are coming to Westminster for a short-term study program
Graduate Student: You are coming to Westminster for a master's or doctoral degree

Interested in Undergraduate Degree Completion

Adult Learners

Complete your undergraduate degree with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).

Interested in Professional Certifications and Continuing Education

Adult Learners

Westminster offers several professional certificate programs and courses as well as continuing education courses.

Non-Degree Seeking

Undergraduate and Graduate

Non-degree seeking students are students who enroll at the university but have not applied for or been accepted into a degree program. Non-degree seeking students plan to take courses or complete certificates for interest and professional development. Graduate courses and certificates are open to non-degree seeking students who have already completed an undergraduate degree. Students who want to continue to pursue their education are able to apply certificate credits towards most Westminster graduate degrees. 

Interested in Concurrent Enrollment

High School Juniors and Seniors

High school students wishing to take college-level classes and receive Westminster University credit can apply for concurrent enrollment.

Returning to Westminster

Undergraduate 

Returning students were enrolled at Westminster and stopped attending for 3 consecutive semesters (not including Summer term) without receiving an approved leave of absence. To reenroll, students must complete the returning student application.



First-Year Undergraduate Student Information

Check out the following resources to learn more about all aspects of life as a Griffin. You can also submit an information request form or contact the Office of Admissions to get in touch with an admissions counselor and learn more about Westminster.

Ready to become a Griffin? Start your application today. Westminster offers test-optional admission.

LEARN HOW TO APPLY

Congrats on being admitted! Ready to secure your spot? Check out the following resources and remember to view your admissions portal often for updates and additional information.

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Transfer Student Information

Transfer admissions counselors are here to help you every step of the way with your admissions process.

LEARN ABOUT TRANSFER ADMISSIONS

Transferring from Salt Lake Community College? Westminster has transfer pathways to help you transition with ease.

LEARN ABOUT THE SLCC TRANSFER PROGRAM

Congrats on being admitted! Check out the plan for New Student Orientation and log into your admissions portal to secure your spot, learn how to register for classes, get updates, and more.

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International Student Information

International admissions counselors have provided recommended timelines as well as application instructions and requirements to help you navigate the admissions process.

LEARN ABOUT INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS

Check out the following resources to learn more about all aspects of a Westminster education. You can also submit an information request form or contact the International Admissions Office to get in touch with an admissions counselor and learn more about Westminster.

Undergraduate Student

You are coming to Westminster to study in a bachelor's-level program

Graduate Student

You are coming to Westminster to study in a master's-level program>

Ready to become a Griffin? Get instructions for applying and start your application today.

Learn How to Apply

Congrats on being admitted! Check out the following resources and remember to view your admissions portal often for updates and additional information.

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Graduate Student Information

Check out the following resources to learn more about all aspects of a Westminster graduate education. You can also submit an information request form or contact the Graduate Admissions Office to get in touch with a program-specific admissions counselor and learn more about Westminster.

Ready to start your journey towards achieving your professional and educational goals? Learn about program-specific requirements and start your application today. Westminster alums qualify for no test-score requirements for most programs.

LEARN HOW TO APPLY

Congrats on being admitted! Log into your admissions portal to secure your spot, learn how to register for classes, get updates, and more.

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The Griffin Advantage

90%

of classes have 19 students or fewer

(2022–23)

#15

Best Undergraduate Teaching

(U.S. News and World Report, 2023)

50

undergraduate areas of study across 5 academic schools

The Griffin Advantage

90%

of classes have 19 students or fewer

(2022–23)

#15

Best Undergraduate Teaching

(U.S. News and World Report, 2023)

50

undergraduate areas of study across 5 academic schools

100%

of incoming first-year students received grant and/or scholarship awards

(2022–23)

The essence of Westminster is personal relationships, meaningful discourse, nurtured growth, and intimate class sizes. Here, your professors will know more than your name, they'll know what drives you.

Students who do well at Westminster are those who are looking to get more out of life, who yearn for the freedom to explore, who accept the challenge to see the world through others’ eyes, and who believe that life isn’t about what the world holds for them, but what they can bring to the world.

#12

Best in the West (U.S. News and World Report, 2024)

93%

of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their fields

1,120

total enrollment (2024-25)

 

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Connect with Admissions

Want to learn more about Westminster? Have questions about the admissions process? Looking for more resources specific to your needs? We're here to answer all your questions and walk you through the admissions process.

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Visit Campus


Westminster’s distinctive setting amidst the business and industry opportunities of Salt Lake City and the endless expanse of outdoor spaces across the American West makes it the perfect home for place-based learning, recreation, art, and entertainment. Visit campus and learn why your Westminster education won’t be confined to classroom walls.

Plan Your Visit TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

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Westminster Stories


Your journeys are the foundation of Westminster’s story. Follow the successes of our students, professors, and alumni to see how our story evolves.

READ OUR STORIES