If you’re a South Piedmont Community College graduate, the 49erNext program guarantees your admission to UNC Charlotte once you complete your associate degree. It’s a smart way to stay on track for a four-year degree, with benefits like dedicated advising, career support, and access to UNC Charlotte’s campus resources — all designed to help you succeed.
90%+
More than 90% 49erNext students are admitted directly into their major of choice at UNC Charlotte.
65%
Percentage of 49erNext students who graduate within two years after transferring.
95%+
More than 95 percent of 49erNext students persist into their second semester at UNC Charlotte.
49erNext Benefits
There are many reasons to sign up for 49erNext, including added support during your time at South Piedmont and the program’s proven success for students after they transfer to UNC Charlotte. Data shows that 65 percent of 49erNext students graduate within two years of transferring, which is 26.5 percent higher than other transfer students. Additionally, 49erNext students remain enrolled at a higher rate than other transfer students.
Advising
You’ll receive collaborative advising from both South Piedmont and UNC Charlotte.
Access
As a 49ernext participant, you’ll have access to early advising and registration at UNC Charlotte.
Support
You will receive support from UNC Charlotte during the admissions and financial aid processes.
49erNext Requirements
To be eligible for participation in 49erNext, you must meet certain requirements. Review these carefully before deciding to participate in 49erNext. If you meet these criteria and want to become a 49er, reach out to 49ernext@spcc.edu.
To be eligible for 49erNext, you must:
- Earn an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Engineering, Associate in Arts-Teacher Preparation, or Associate in Science-Teacher Preparation degree from South Piedmont
- Have earned 15 or fewer credits from South Piedmont at the time that you sign up for 49erNext
- Intend to pursue a major offered at UNC Charlotte, with the exception of architecture, fine or performing arts, graphic design, and nursing.
Next Steps:
UNC Charlotte is one of South Piedmont’s top transfer destinations. That’s why we’re proud to offer the 49erNext program to our students. Not only will you have access to a direct pathway for enrolling at UNC Charlotte, you’ll receive support from both institutions throughout the transfer process. Ready to get started? Reach out today.