Admitted second degree student
A page within Admissions
To review important information regarding your admission and next steps, select the appropriate term below:
As a second degree student, you will not receive a credit evaluation. You will need to consult with the Dean’s Office for the College to which you are assigned (see letter of admission) to determine which courses you need to complete to earn your second undergraduate degree. We recommend that you contact the appropriate individual below:
| College and undergraduate major | Contact person |
| College of Business Administration Accountancy, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing |
Nicole Vidden |
| College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities or School of Visual and Performing Arts Archaeology, Art, Communication Studies, Music, Theatre, Department of Global Cultures and Languages (French, German Studies, Spanish), English |
Britta Osborne 138 Wimberly Hall 608.785.8113 bosborne@uwlax.edu |
| College of Science and Health Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Computer Science, Geography/Earth Science, Microbiology, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Physics, Pre-Professional Programs, Radiation Therapy |
Travis Hendrickson 105 Graff Main Hall 608.785.8218 thendrickson@uwlax.edu |
| College of Science and Health Exercise and Sport Science, ESS-Fitness, ESS-Sport Management, Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation |
Guy Herling 105 Graff Main Hall 608.785.8218 gherling@uwlax.edu |
| School of Education Early Childhood-Middle Childhood, Middle Childhood-Early Adolescence, Secondary Teacher Education Programs, (STEP), Modern Languages Education, Music Education, Art Education, Physical Education, and Health Education (Early Childhood-Adolescence Certification) |
Jen Pinnow 235 Morris Hall 608.785.8134 jpinnow@uwlax.edu |
Certain undergraduate programs are highly selective and applicants must meet additional requirements for entrance into a program. Your letter of admission does not guarantee admission into any program of study.
Additionally, students who have graduated from a regionally accredited institution other than UW-La Crosse must meet all core, professional, and major requirements for the second degree, and earn at least 30 resident credits beyond the first degree. You will work with the appropriate individual identified above to determine program specific requirements.
Please click here for more information about our Transfer Credit Policies, including information about Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Exam Program (CLEP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) credits.
Credit is awarded for college-level course work completed at institutions accredited by a regional or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). (Foreign institutions must be recognized by the Ministry of Education in that country.) Courses must be similar in nature, level, and content to a course in our undergraduate curriculum and applicable to one of our academic programs. Continuing education courses, graduate-level courses, and courses that are remedial, technical, vocational, or doctrinal in nature are not transferable.
Select appropriate term below for important information regarding academic advising and registration:
| Registration Checklists: |
Classes Begin: |
Information will be mailed beginning: |
| Winter/Spring 2025 |
January 6, 2025 (Winterim) January 27, 2025 (Regular term) |
November 1, 2024 |
| Summer 2025 |
Session 1: May 27, 2025 |
April 1, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 |
September 2, 2025 |
April 1, 2025 |
You will need to consult with the Dean's Office for the College to which you are assigned (see letter of admission) to determine which courses you need to complete to earn your second undergraduate degree. See the transfer credit tab for appropriate contacts.
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The WINGS Student Center is UWL's Student Information System. WINGS is utilized by students to:
- Check course offerings
- Register for courses
- Pay outstanding balances
- Accept/decline financial aid
- Update personal information
- View grades
Log on to Learn
Canvas is a learning management system (LMS) that offers tools and functions not only for online courses, but also to supplement face-to-face courses.
- Deliver quizzes
- Submit and grade assignments
- Access learning tools such as Turnitin, Akindi, Kaltura
- And so much more!
More information on Canvas at UWL
Learn about campus resources
Visit the Student Success page to learn more about what UWL has to offer in terms of academic support, financial support and campus involvement.
Know your contacts
| Campus resources | Location | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Advising Center | 1209 Centennial Hall | 608.785.6950 |
| Athletics | 126 Mitchell Hall | 608.785.8616 |
| Career Services | 1209 Centennial Hall | 608.785.8514 |
| Cashiers Office | 121 Graff Main Hall | 608.785.8719 |
| College of Business Administration | 1205 Wittich Hall | 608.785.8090 |
| College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities | 138 Wimberly Hall | 608.785.8113 |
| College of Science & Health | 404 Wimberly Hall | 608.785.8218 |
| Extended Learning | 205 Morris Hall | 608.785.6500 |
| Counseling & Testing | 2106 Centennial Hall | 608.785.8073 |
| ACCESS Center | 124 Wimberly Hall | 608.785.6900 |
| Financial Aid | 212 Cartwright Center | 608.785.8604 |
| Foundation Office | Cleary Center | 608.785.8489 |
| Graduate Studies | 205 Morris Hall | 608.785.8124 |
| International Education | 1140 Centennial Hall | 608.785.8016 |
| ITS Support Center | Wing Technology Building | 608.785.8774 |
| Multicultural Student Services | 1101 Centennial Hall | 608.785.8225 |
| Parking Office | Parking Ramp | 608.785.8061 |
| Postal Services | 135 Maintenance Building | 608.785.8060 |
| Records & Registration | 1174 Centennial Hall | 608.785.8951 |
| Residence Life | Eagle Hall | 608.785.8075 |
| School of Visual & Performing Arts | 138 Wimberly Hall | 608.785.8113 |
| School of Education | 260 Morris Hall | 608.785.8127 |
| Student Health Center | 1030 Health Science Center | 608.785.8558 |
| Student Life Office | 149 Graff Main Hall | 608.785.8062 |
| Textbook Rental | LL Student Union | 608.785.8853 |
| UW Credit Union | 1135 Student Union | 608.232.5000 |
| University Centers | 3200 Student Union | 608.785.8888 |
| Veteran Services | 233 Graff Main Hall | 608.785.8631 |
On campus resources
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Purchase meal plan
UWL has a fantastic assortment of dining options. Learn more about meal plans.
Purchase parking permit and/or utilize the city bus
Parking permits are sold on a seniority basis. To purchase a permit, please visit the Parking Office.
Students have access to the city bus with a student ID. The La Crosse Municipal Transit (MTU) has routes in La Crosse, Onalaska, and La Crescent. Learn more about the U-Pass.
Rent textbooks
Textbook rental is included in undergraduate students' tuition and fees. Textbooks can be checked out in the beginning of the semester and returned upon final exams.