Writing Intensive Courses

To ensure that all students continue to strengthen their ability in written language, they are required to select and pass a minimum of three 'W' courses.  Because these courses require substantial writing and rewriting, students are encouraged to take no more than one 'W' course per semester and should plan accordingly.  Students must successfully complete ENG 112, ENG 120, HON 150 or LEP Foundations Written Communication as a prerequisite to 'W' courses.

Transfer Students

Students who transfer 60-89 credits at initial transfer, or an associate degree, automatically waive one 'W' course. Students who transfer 90 or more credits at initial transfer automatically waive two 'W' courses. Students who transfer with a previously completed bachelor’s degree waive all ‘W’ courses.

Waiver Application

Students who believe they qualify for an additional 'W' waiver must complete and submit the W waiver application with relevant documentation available at: https://inside.southernct.edu/writing-center/undergraduate/w-courses.