Spartanburg Community College and Converse University partner to create new direct-transfer program
May 2, 2022
Leadership of Spartanburg Community College and Converse University signed agreements to develop a block transfer program that offers SCC graduates who successfully complete an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree the opportunity to enroll in Converse University toward the completion of a bachelor’s degree.
“It is a great day today to be a Chaser at Spartanburg Community College as we share the impactful opportunity in partnership with Converse University to enhance the capacity for individuals from all walks of life to chase and live out their dreams,” said Dr. Michael Mikota, President of Spartanburg Community College. “With each initiative we launch, we further denote that Spartanburg Community College is leading higher education efforts to advance opportunity and economic vitality in the Upstate of South Carolina.”
Students seeking to transfer directly to Converse University must fulfill all prerequisite requirements at SCC and follow all requirements for admission processes and timelines as outlined in Converse University’s Undergraduate Catalog, available here.
“We are excited to continue the strong partnership between Converse University and Spartanburg Community College in a formal way through this transfer agreement,” said Converse University President Dr. Boone Hopkins.
To read the full transfer agreement, click here.
Since May of 2021, SCC has entered into similar agreements with USC-Upstate, Gardner-Webb University, and Limestone University. The push to develop seamless transfer programs at SCC encapsulates the mission of the College to build multiple avenues for its students to chase their dreams and strengthen the ties and partnerships with other colleges and universities in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties and beyond.
In total, SCC has transfer agreements in place (either for general education or specific programs) with Anderson University, Belmont Abbey University, Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, Converse University, Gardner-Webb University, Lander University, Limestone University, MUSC, Presbyterian College, Spartanburg Methodist University, and USC-Upstate.
