College Transfer Pathways

Start Your Four-Year Degree Today!

Thinking about college? South Piedmont’s College Transfer Pathways are an amazing way to get a head start — and save big while you’re at it. These tuition-free courses let you earn real college credits now that transfer seamlessly to any public or participating private college or university in North Carolina. That means you can knock out general education requirements early, avoid taking the same classes twice, and speed up your journey to a four-year degree — all while still in high school.

Not only do these pathways save you time, they also save serious money. Imagine entering college with a semester or more already done, and no tuition bill attached. That’s less stress, more confidence, and a huge boost to your future plans. Whether you already know what you want to study or just want to explore your options, College Transfer Pathways give you a flexible, focused way to get ahead. Why wait to start your college story?

Dual Enrollment/CCP

Ready to make your high school years count toward your ultimate college and career goals? Let’s get started. Use these links to apply, learn more, or access important forms. An important note: You will apply to South Piedmont’s Dual Enrollment program using the College Foundation of North Carolina application. After you create your CFNC account, be sure to select the “CCP application.” The application process for Early Colleges is handled at the Early Colleges themselves. Please contact the Early College you intend to attend about application information.

South Piedmont offers a variety of College Transfer Pathways to choose from, each designed to give you a strong start on your ultimate college and career goals. Not sure which pathway to choose? Get in touch with us and we’ll be glad to help you decide.

Associate in Arts Pathway

Love subjects like history, psychology, or English? This pathway is perfect for you if you’re into humanities, social sciences, or liberal arts.

Associate in Science Pathway

If you’re into science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), this is your pathway to explore fields like biology, chemistry, and physics.

Associate in Teacher Preparation Pathway

Want to become a K-12 teacher? This pathway gets you started on your journey to inspire and educate future generations. Choose from Associate in Arts or Associate in Science based on the subject you want to teach.

Associate in Fine Arts Pathway

Have a creative side? Whether you’re into music, visual arts, or performance, this pathway helps you turn your passion into a career.

Associate in Engineering Pathway

Dream of becoming an engineer? This pathway sets you up with the foundational skills to pursue a future in engineering.

Associate Degree Nursing Pathway

Start your journey toward becoming a nurse. You will complete your general education requirements, giving you a head start on your nursing career.

Get Ahead with College Transfer Pathways

South Piedmont’s College Transfer Pathways offer a powerful head start — giving you the chance to experience college life, earn real college credits, and grow academically and personally, all before you graduate high school.

Through these pathways, you can explore courses not typically available in high school, learn directly from college professors, and get a true sense of what college is really like. It’s more than just taking classes — it’s about building confidence, discovering new interests, and preparing for whatever comes next, whether that’s higher education or jumping into the workforce.

Plus, with free tuition and full access to South Piedmont’s student resources, you’ll gain the tools and support you need to succeed now and in the future.

Main Building on South Piedmont's Old Charlotte Highway campus.

A Head-Start on Your Higher Education

I chose to be dually enrolled because I wanted to see and experience different classes that may not be offered at my high school. I also wanted to experience what college classes may be like and the professors that are instructing it.
Caroline Both, Junior at Marvin Ridge High School