I'm looking into Austin Community College and curious about the transfer programs they offer. Are there partnerships or established pathways with specific universities I should consider if I want to earn a bachelor's degree?
Austin Community College (ACC) indeed offers an array of transfer programs, often known as Transfer Pathways. These programs are specifically crafted to provide a smooth transition for ACC students to transfer to a four-year institution after completing their first two years (or an Associate's Degree) at ACC.
ACC has several established partnerships with universities in and around Texas to ease the transfer process. For instance, ACC has a special agreement with Texas A&M University under the 'Program for System Admission (PSA),' which offers provisional admission to students seeking to transfer to Texas A&M after completing coursework at ACC.
Moreover, ACC is part of the '2+2 Program' with St. Edward’s University, a private institution not far from ACC. Students spend two years at ACC and two years at St. Edward’s to complete their bachelor's degree with guaranteed admission (provided GPA and other requirements are met).
Do note that these are a fraction of ACC's transfer programs available. It's always a good idea to discuss with an academic advisor to ensure your coursework will align well with your ultimate transfer goals.
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