North Carolina Wesleyan College (NCWC), located in Rocky Mount, recently signed an agreement that will help qualified graduates of Southwestern Community College (SCC) transfer to NCWC. The agreement aims to provide seamless transfer for students who enroll at NCWC following completion of their two-year degree at SCC.
“We’re pleased to offer this new opportunity for our students,” said Dr. Don Tomas, SCC’s President. “Helping our students succeed is our top priority, and North Carolina Wesleyan College offers a wide variety of career paths to help students do just that.”
The agreement is the newest in a long list of SCC’s tranfer agreements, and will enhance and expand the educational opportunities of Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science graduates by offering SCC graduates access to the benefits of the Wesleyan Works program, pre-admission advising, generous transfer credit and a clear definition of the transfer of courses from SCC to NCWC.
This MOU allows SCC Associate in Applied Science students to transfer an additional 15 hours of general education credits for a total of 75 transfer credits.
“NCWC is excited for this new partnership with Southwestern Communtiy College which recognizes the value of a community college education. This partnership will provide SCC graduates with flexible transfer opportunities to complete their four-year degree, in a supportive environment similar to their experience in their associate’s program,” stated Katie Farrell, Associate Dean of Adult & Professional Studies at NCWC. “Our goal has always been to support the community college mission and provide their graduates with a convenient and affordable transfer pathways.”
Students who graduate from SCC and transfer under this agreement may select any of NCWC’s programs of study or may transfer to the college’s Adult and Professional Studies program, taking advantage of the Wesleyan Works program. Students are required to maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be in good academic standing. The agreement brings NCWC within the reach of SCC students who may not have otherwise been able to attend the College.
Wesleyan Works is a transfer program designed for community college students who plan to continue their education at NCWC. Students who participate in Wesleyan Works will have access to academic advising and financial aid counseling through NCWC, as well as access to events on the College’s main campus. The program is ideal for students who would like to attend NCWC’s evening or online programs.
