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Prince George’s Community College and Southern New Hampshire University Announce Partnership in Support of Students
Articulation agreement provides tuition discount and guided career pathways
LARGO, Md. (January 19, 2021) – Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) announced today a new articulation agreement with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), the largest nonprofit provider of online higher education in the country. The partnership allows Prince George’s Community College graduates to transfer to SNHU to complete a bachelor’s degree at a discounted rate.
The articulation agreement between the institutions expands student access to educational opportunities, providing a seamless transition to guided pathways in a number of fields, including business administration, computer science, criminal justice, cybersecurity, nursing, and psychology. See the full list here. Prince George’s Community College students, employees, and immediate family members are eligible to receive the 10% tuition discount provided by the articulation agreement.
“At Southern New Hampshire University, we partner with a number of community colleges across the country to help students continue their education, and we’re proud to be teaming up with Prince George’s Community College,” said Jennifer Batchelor, interim senior vice president of global campus, SNHU. “Through this new partnership, thousands of learners will have the opportunity to seamlessly transfer their credits to SNHU and continue on their educational journey.”
To benefit from the articulation agreement, Prince George’s Community College students must complete an associate degree at the College, and then apply and be admitted to Southern New Hampshire University. Prince George’s Community College students can transfer up to 90 credits toward a bachelor’s degree at SNHU. Residency requirements equate to 30 credit hours or ten classes.
“Prince George’s Community College’s new articulation agreement with Southern New Hampshire University creates a valuable career pipeline for our students, maximizing their time and resources,” said Aundrea Wheeler, assistant vice president for curriculum, programs, and regulation. “Partnerships like this one strengthen our impact and reinforce our capacity-building efforts. It’s a win-win – for the College and for our students.”
To learn more about the articulation agreement, click here. For more information, contact Aundrea Wheeler, assistant vice president for curriculum, programs, and regulation at wheelead@pgcc.edu or 301-546-0620.
About Prince George’s Community College
Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2015-2020), Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George’s County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skillsets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 35,000 individuals annually, the College is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George’s County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enables PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands.
For more information, visit the college website at www.pgcc.edu. Prince George’s Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
About Southern New Hampshire University
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution with an 88-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 170,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH. Recognized as the “Most Innovative” regional university by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Learn more at www.snhu.edu.
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