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Thank you for your interest in the continuing education program at Johnson & Wales University. Through a review of this application and transcripts, it is our intent to learn more about you and how your past accomplishments make you a good candidate for admission. Enrolling at Johnson & Wales not only ensures a solid career education but also creates a link between you and industry, facilitating your career goals after graduation. All academic backgrounds are welcome to apply, whether you're a transfer student or just getting started.
JWU offers rolling admissions so there is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted for the September, December, March or June terms. You should apply as early as possible before your expected start date to get everything completed in time.
To get started, take these next steps:
Submit your application (fee waived):
- Apply online with uconnect - be sure to click on "Application Type: PVD - Evening School (CE)"
- Download an application (200K PDF) to fill out and return by mail
Submit your documents:
- Request a high school transcript or GED. Download a PDF of a high school/college transcript request form
- Request transfer of satisfactory academic credits earned from all accredited college/universities - document(s) must be received prior to completion of first term
- Submit company reimbursement form (if applicable)
- Apply for Financial Aid using a FAFSA Form - be sure to include JWU’s school code on your FAFSA: 003404
NOTE: Failure to provide complete information may delay processing of your application. Prior to enrollment, each Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts applicant must have a physical examination by his or her own physician. The university provides the medical form.
Conditions of enrollment:
1. All invoices are payable prior to the beginning of classes. VISA, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are honored.
2. Johnson & Wales University has a tuition refund policy. Please refer to the most recent JWU Continuing Education Catalog.
3. Credit for any completed course is not given until all financial obligations have been cleared.
4. Johnson & Wales University reserves the right to modify its curriculum, tuition rates, program, rules and regulations.
5. The university reserves the right to schedule subjects within the curriculum in the order deemed necessary.
6. The university reserves the right to cancel any course or program announced due to insufficient enrollment.
Contact Us
Contact the Continuing Education Admissions office at 1-800-342-5598 x2300, or 401-598-2300 or by email (ce@admissions.jwu.edu)to schedule a personal appointment. An admissions officer will help plan your program of study, discuss transfer credits, financial aid, schedule classes and answer questions.
Mail all documents to:
Johnson & Wales University
CE Admissions Office
8 Abbott Park Place
Providence, RI 02903
Johnson & Wales University does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, treatment of, or employment in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Sandra Lawrence, University Compliance Officer, Johnson & Wales University, One Cookson Place, 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903, 401-598-1423. Inquiries concerning the application of nondiscrimination policies may also be referred to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Customer Service Team, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, 800-421-3481. Residents of Georgia may utilize the refund policy required by Georgia law. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Johnson & Wales University publishes an Annual Security Report and an Annual Fire Safety Report, which discloses information about campus security, fire safety policies, statistics and procedures, and statistics concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, on university-controlled property, and on public property immediately adjacent to campus. A copy of the report may be obtained from the Admissions Office or at www.jwu.edu. Completion and graduation rate data for specific cohorts of first-time, full-time undergraduate students is available. Contact the Student Academic & Financial Services Office for assistance with obtaining this information.