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In under five minutes, you can begin your application to Widener University. Simply complete the information below and hit "Submit." We'll use this information to create your application portfolio. Upon submission, we'll email you with additional details to guide you on your admissions journey.

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Please Note: Widener PLUS programs are for current Widener undergraduate students only. The programs are intended for those WU undergraduate students who wish to begin taking graduate coursework while still an undergraduate student. If this does not describe you, please choose a different degree type.

Intended Academic Program:*

STOP- The application deadline for the Fall 2025 Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program has passed. We will no longer be accepting applications for this cohort. The ABSN application for the Fall 2026 cohort will open in the late summer of 2025. If you'd like to receive reminders about the ABSN program, and you’ve not already done so, please fill out our inquiry form, so that we are able to keep you updated on the program's application and admission events.

Please DO NOT attempt to start an application for a different program, as this may lead to confusion about your actual intent and delay your ABSN application process.

STOP- Widener University has recently paused applications to the Counselor Education Student Affairs in Higher Ed (Master's) program. We encourage you to consider applying to our Student Affairs in Higher Education Certificate program or our Higher Education Leadership graduate certificate, master's degree, or doctoral programs instead.

STOP- Please Note- We are no longer accepting applications for this program for Fall 2024. Applicants for Fall 2025 must submit their application through the CASPA system. Click here to learn more. If you have any questions please contact the Widener Graduate Studies Office at gcs@widener.edu.

STOP- Applicants for this program must use the CSDCAS system. You can learn more about CSDCAS including when you can apply by clicking here. If you have any questions please contact the Widener Graduate Studies Office at gcs@widener.edu.

STOP- Applicants for this program must use the OTCAS system. You can learn more about OTCAS including when you can apply by clicking here. If you have any questions please contact the Widener Graduate Studies Office at gcs@widener.edu.

STOP- Applicants for this program must submit their application through the PSYCAS system. Click here to learn more. If you have any questions please contact the Widener Graduate Studies Office at gcs@widener.edu.

STOP- Applicants for this program must use the PTCAS system. The PTCAS application opens in July. You can learn more about PTCAS including when you can apply by clicking here. If you have any questions please contact the Widener Graduate Studies Office at gcs@widener.edu.

PROGRAM ALERT! This program is only for students who DO NOT already have a BSN degree. If you have a BSN, apply to any of the regular nursing master's programs.

PROGRAM ALERT! Applications for the Social Work (PhD) program must be submitted and complete (meaning all application checklist items received) by March 1st. The admissions committee will begin reviewing submitted applications on February 1st.

PROGRAM ALERT! In order to be considered for this program, you must provide transcripts from an accredited associates in nursing program and evidence of current licensure with eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.

PROGRAM ALERT! Thank you for your interest in Widener University and the Dual degree with Widener University Delaware Law School. To continue with this application into Widener’s MBA, you must first be enrolled at Delaware Law in their JD program. If you are currently a JD student at Delaware Law, you may proceed with the application.

PROGRAM ALERT! The Sex Therapy Certificate Program is only available for people who are licensed in a mental health area (e.g. LMFT, LSW/LCSW, Lic. Psychologist, etc.), counseling (e.g. LPC), or in a medical services area (e.g. MD, DO, PA, RN, DNP, DOT, DPT, etc.). Applicants who are license-eligible or who are pursuing a license and currently registered in a program may also apply. If you are not licensed, licensed-eligible, or currently enrolled in a licensing program, you should apply to one of the interdisciplinary degree programs (i.e. MEd/MSW, MEd/PsyD, MEd/School Counseling).

Please Note: When selecting the entry term, please select the term in which you would like to begin taking graduate coursework as an undergraduate student.

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STOP! Typically, engineering students begin their graduate coursework in the fall or spring semesters. Only current Widener undergraduate students participating in the Plus Program are able to begin in the summer semester. If you are not a Plus student, please select the fall or spring semester and proceed.

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