Transfer Degrees
South Piedmont Community College offers specific programs to students that are designed to transfer to many of the four-year colleges and universities in the state of North Carolina. Our transfer degrees include the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Engineering, Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation, and Associate in Science Teacher Preparation.
Guaranteed and Co-admissions Transfer Opportunities
Please fill out an inquiry form below by clicking on the hyperlink to find out more information about our Co-Admission Agreements:
What is Aspire Appalachian?
Aspire Appalachian is a co-admission program between Appalachian State University and South Piedmont Community College intended to promote seamless transfer, access to baccalaureate degree completion and to enhance transfer success.
Requirements:
Complete one of the following degrees at SPCC:
- Cumulative 2.25 GPA.
- Taking at least 12 credit hours per semester. *Early College students can qualify if enrolled in at least 12 credit hours and have at least 2 semesters remaining toward the associate degree.
- Enrolled in or complete ACA 122 with a C or higher.
- Has at least 2 semesters/24 hours remaining toward the associate degree
How to Apply:
- Fill out form to indicate your interest in participating: https://ugrad.appstate.edu/register/aspireapp?sys:school:key=3623
What is the Pirate Promise?
Guaranteed admission to East Carolina University (ECU) with a completed associate degree. This transfer program is for students who are in their first year of coursework at their community college to attend special events, receive advising assistance, and support before they apply to ECU.
Requirements
- You are enrolling or already a full-time student in your first year
- Enrolled in one of the following degrees at SPCC:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Engineering
- Associate in Fine Arts
- Associate in Science
- AAS Early Childhood Education
- Certain AAS Degrees (click here for details on AAS) https://admissions.ecu.edu/wp-content/pv-uploads/sites/70/2018/08/AA-AS-AAS-Degree-transfer-info.pdf
- Early College – must be a Junior
- Must be full time (12 hours or more) Unless in Early College or CCP
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA
How to Apply
- Create an Account and Apply: https://piratepromise.ecu.edu/
- Student will receive notification via phone, email, or text
- SPCC will verify student’s standing
- Apply for admissions to ECU when student is in last semester before graduation. (NO FEE for Pirate Promise students along with even more Pirate Perks!)
For further information or questions, please contact piratepromise@ecu.edu or contact the Academic Advising Center at 704.290.5213 or advising@spcc.edu
What is the Aggie Plus Program?
The Aggie Plus Program is a co-admissions program designed to provide prospective N.C. A&T transfer students a seamless transition to N.C. A&T from their local NC community college.
Requirements
- Complete one the following degrees at SPCC:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Engineering
- Associate in Science
- Select AAS programs are also eligible as stated by the bilateral transfer agreement
- Must apply to “Aggie Plus” prior to earning 30 credit hours and plan courses with their Aggie Plus Advisor
- Maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher and earn a “C” or higher in all courses. (Some NCATSU programs may have additional program requirements and students will be notified)
You can also visit the AGGIE PLUS PROGRAM PAGE
How to Apply
- Submit the Aggie Plus Program Online Commitment form prior to completing 30 credit hours toward an Associate Degree (NO APPLICATION FEE and PRIORITY REVIEW)
- Submit proof of admission to SPCC and Official SPCC academic transcript.
- Complete FERPA authorization enabling SPCC to share student academic performance information with NCATSU for the purpose of advising.
This partnership is designed to give academically qualified South Piedmont students a seamless admissions process to St. Andrews University of Charlotte and provide high-quality academic advising.
Requirements:
Complete one of the following degrees at SPCC:
- To be eligible students must complete their degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in transferable, college-level coursework with grades of C or better. St. Andrews will transfer up to 60 academic credits towards a bachelor’s degree.
- Commit to full-time status (a minimum of 12 semester hours) at South Piedmont unless the student is enrolled in an Early College or Career and College Promise program.
- Contact St. Andrews University to let them know you are interested in the co-admission opportunity: https://charlotte.sa.edu,
- Contact Info: admission@sa.edu or 910.277.5555
- Prior to registering for St. Andrews classes, students must submit a St. Andrews admissions application and South Piedmont official transcripts, provide immunization documentation, and meet admissions requirements
- Participate in required academic advising sessions with both SPCC and SA-CLT academic advisors to ensure appropriate course selection and matriculation for seamless and efficient transfer
What is the UNCA Bulldog Promise?
It is a pathway for guaranteed transfer admission to UNCA for students completing an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Engineering with a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in transferable college-level coursework.
https://avlbound.unca.edu/register/?id=a6252e44-3d4e-4314-812a-b4444101f900
Requirements:
● Complete Bulldog Promise Program Information Form
● Earn an Associate’s degree from South Piedmont in a college transfer program
● Earn and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 at South Piedmont and a minimum GPA of 2.20 in their most recent term
● Submit application fee or waiver and fulfill all commitment actions steps
● Submit UNCA application for admission and disciplinary forms by UNCA deadlines
● Be in good standing at South Piedmont and other institutions attended
● Enroll at UNCA within one academic year (within the next two regular terms (fall/ spring
semesters) of completion of the Associate’s degree).
For further information or questions, please contact the Academic Advising Center at 704.290.5213 or advising@spcc.edu.
What is the UNCW Pathways to Excellence Program?
It is a pathway for guaranteed transfer admission to UNCW for students completing an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Engineering with a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in transferable college-level coursework.
https://uncw.edu/admissions/south-piedmont-community-college-pathway-to-excellence-program.html
Requirements:
Step 1) Current student with SPCC
Step 2) Complete the letter of intent
Step 3) Complete a transferable Associate Degree prior to enrolling at UNCW
Step 4) Earn a 2.5 cumulative GPA in transferable college level coursework
Step 5) Apply to UNCW (submit application and request SPCC transcripts to be sent to UNCW)
For further information or questions, please contact the Academic Advising Center at 704.290.5213 or advising@spcc.edu.
The Road2Wingate is a co-admission agreement that is designed to give academically qualified students a seamless admissions process to Wingate and access to facilities and programs at Wingate. Road2Wingate students who complete an Associate in Arts, Science, Associate in Arts-Teacher Preparation, or Fine Arts degree, maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA, and are in good academic standing will be guaranteed admission to Wingate.
Requirements:
- Road2Wingate is open to students enrolled in Early College, Career and College Promise program or those in their first semester of community college enrollment.
- Enroll in the Road2Wingate program prior to beginning coursework at South Piedmont.
- Maintain full-time status (enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester). Early College and Career and College Promise students can be a part-time status.
- Complete ACA 122: College Transfer Success in the first semester of enrollment.
- Maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA.
- Complete one the following degree requirements at South Piedmont:
- Prior to registering for Wingate classes, students must submit a Wingate University admissions application and South Piedmont official transcripts, provide immunization documentation, and meet Wingate admissions requirements.
- Participate in required academic advising sessions with both SPCC and WU academic advisors to ensure appropriate course selection and matriculation for seamless and efficient transfer.
What is the Dual Admissions Program?
The Dual Admissions Program is an opportunity for guidance and support for enrolled SPCC students who either do not initially meet WSSU minimum admission requirements OR who plan to transfer to WSSU upon completion of an Associate Degree at SPCC and have not completed more than 40 credit hours toward an academic program.
Requirements:
- Complete one the following degrees at SPCC:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science degree.
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees on a case by case basis.
- Taken 40 or less credits toward an academic program.
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher.
- Find out more information about the Dual Admission Program here: https://www.wssu.edu/admissions/dual-admissions-program.html
- After completing 44 credits of general education core the student may enroll in a max of 9 credits at WSSU at the SPCC tuition rate
- Fill out an interest form to indicate your interest in participating: https://www.wssu.edu/admissions/dual-admissions-program.html
Articulation Agreements
The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) is a statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between NC community colleges and NC public universities and has as its objective the smooth transfer of students. Below are the public universities that participate in the CAA, and the links to their four-year plans for NC community college students.
- Appalachian State University
- East Carolina University
- Elizabeth City State University
- Fayetteville State University
- North Carolina A&T State University
- North Carolina Central University
- North Carolina State University
- UNC Asheville
- UNC Chapel Hill
- UNC Charlotte
- UNC Greensboro
- UNC Pembroke
- UNC Wilmington
- Western Carolina University
- Winston-Salem State University
Interested in one of the UNC System schools, but need your degree online? Use this tool to search for online programs in North Carolina: UNC System Online Degree Search (click here)
The Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) between the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) and the Signatory Institutions of North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) is intended to provide smooth transfer for community college students who wish to continue their education at an NCICU Signatory Institution. The ultimate goal of this agreement is the seamless articulation from the community college to the NCICU institution with minimal loss of credit or repetition of work.
NC private colleges and universities that participate in the ICAA:
- Barton College
- Belmont Abby College
- Bennett College
- Brevard College
- Campbell University
- Catawba College
- Chowan University
- Gardner-Webb University
- Greensboro College
- Guilford College
- High Point University
- Lees-McRae College
- Lenoir-Rhyne University
- Livingstone College
- Mars Hill University
- Meredith University
- Montreat College
- North Carolina Wesleyan College
- Pfeiffer University
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Salem College
- Shaw University
- St. Andrews University
- University of Mount Olive
- William Peace University
- Wingate University
Uniform Articulation Agreements are between The University of North Carolina public schools and/ or the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities and the North Carolina Community College System. For more information about North Carolina Uniform Articulation Agreements, click here.
- Associate in General Education – Nursing
- RN-BSN
NC public universities:
- Appalachian State University
- Fayetteville State University
- East Carolina University
- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University
- North Carolina Central University
- University of North Carolina Charlotte
- University of North Carolina Greensboro
- University of North Carolina Pembroke
- University of North Carolina Wilmington
- Western Carolina University
- Winston- Salem State University
NC independent colleges and universities:
- Early Childhood Education – Articulation Agreement between University of North Carolina Baccalaureate of Birth-Kindergarten and Early Childhood Programs and North Carolina Community College System Applied Associate in Early Childhood
For students with Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees seeking to further their education after graduation, South Piedmont Community College (SPCC) has signed agreements with four year institutions which will accept credit for classes taken at SPCC.
Below is a list of these agreements by program of study. Other institutions not listed below may accept credit for classes taken at SPCC in one of our AAS degrees. If you plan to transfer, it is recommended that you contact the four year institution before making academic transferring plans. Keep in mind agreements are subject to change. Always contact the school you wish to transfer to for the most updated information.
Associate Degree | Four-year Institution | Degree |
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Accounting, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology, Business Administration, Information Technology, Criminal Justice Technology, Early Childhood Education, Electrical Systems Technology, Human Services Technology, Medical Office Administration, Paralegal Technology, School-Age Education | UNC – Greensboro | Related Baccalaureate degree |
Agribusiness | University of Northwestern Ohio | Business Administration with Agribusiness Management Concentration |
Agribusiness | NCA&TSU | BS in Agricultural Education (Agricultural Professional Service) OR BS in Agricultural Education (Secondary Education) |
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration | Ferris State University | BS in HVACR Engineering Technology |
Any AAS Degree | Mount Olive | Up to 64 credit hours |
Any AAS Degree | Columbia College | Evaluated individually |
Business Administration | UNC – Pembroke | Business Administration |
Business Administration | Catawba College | Business Administration School of Evening and Graduate Studies) |
Business Administration, Information Technology, Criminal Justice Technology | DeVry University | BS in Technical Management, BS in Business Administration, BS in Computer Information Systems, BS in Network and Communications Management, BS in Justice Administration |
Criminal Justice Technology | Lees McRae | B.A.A.S. in Criminal Justice |
Criminal Justice Technology | UNC – Pembroke | Criminal Justice |
Criminal Justice Technology | Pfeiffer University | BS in Criminal Justice |
Early Childhood Education | East Carolina University | BS in Birth though Kindergarten |
Early Childhood Education | Barton College | B-K Education |
Early Childhood Education | UNC – Charlotte | BA in Child and Family Development with recommendation for the B-K teaching license |
Electrical Systems Technology | UNC – Charlotte | Electrical Engineering Technology |
Human Services Technology | Columbia College | BA in Human Services |
Human Services Technology | UNC – Pembroke | Sociology |
Human Services Technology | UNC – Wilmington | BA in Social Work |
Human Services Technology | Pfeiffer University | BA in Human Relations |
Human Services Technology | Queens University | BA in Human Serve Studies |
Information Technology | Middle Georgia State University | BS Information Technology |
Mechanical Engineering Technology-Engineering Pathway | UNC – Charlotte | Mechanical Engineering Technology-Engineering Pathway |