Pfeiffer guarantees pathway for Montgomery Community College grads – The Stanly News & Press

Pfeiffer guarantees pathway for Montgomery Community College grads

Published 1:21 pm Monday, September 9, 2024

Introduction

Beginning next spring, Montgomery Community College graduates will benefit from guaranteed admission to Pfeiffer University. Presidents from both institutions signed the Pfeiffer Pact transfer agreement on Sept. 5. The agreement gives Montgomery Community College students who graduate with an associate degree a seamless path for transition to junior status at Pfeiffer. Further, the agreement includes a transfer scholarship award in the amount of $20,000 for traditional face-to-face students or a 20% discount for online students.

Clear Advising Support

The Pfeiffer Pact also ensures that students receive clear advising support, ensuring that they know exactly which courses they need at both Montgomery Community College and Pfeiffer to graduate on time. The transfer application fee and residence requirement are waived for students who transfer via the Pact.

Affordability and Commitment to Higher Education

“We’re excited about how this agreement will provide an easy and affordable pathway for Montgomery Community College graduates to continue their education at Pfeiffer,” said Dr. Scott Bullard, president of Pfeiffer University. “We want to ensure that higher education is affordable for our students, and a $20,000 annual scholarship reflects that commitment.”

Eligible Programs

Graduates of nursing, teacher prep, accounting, information technology, and business programs are among those eligible for transfer.

Expanding Opportunities

“This agreement is going to make it affordable for students to get a degree without leaving the region,” said Emily Carella, Pfeiffer’s vice president for enrollment management. “We are pleased to be able to offer a seamless transition and look forward to seeing Montgomery Community College graduates become Pfeiffer Falcons.”

Commitment to Transfer Students

Pfeiffer University has signed similar agreements with Stanly Community College, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Randolph Community College, Richmond County Community College, and Piedmont Community College (Person County campus). These agreements reflect Pfeiffer’s commitment to providing high-quality and affordable education opportunities for transfer students in the region.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Pfeiffer University Admissions at 800-338-2060 or email admissions@pfeiffer.edu.

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

• SDG 4: Quality Education
• SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

The article discusses an agreement between Montgomery Community College and Pfeiffer University that guarantees admission and provides a seamless pathway for community college graduates to continue their education at the university. This addresses the goal of quality education (SDG 4) by ensuring that students have access to higher education opportunities and can pursue a degree. It also connects to the goal of reduced inequalities (SDG 10) by providing an affordable pathway for students in the region to obtain a degree without leaving their community.

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

• Target 4.3: By 2030, ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university.
• Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status.

The article highlights the agreement between Montgomery Community College and Pfeiffer University, which guarantees admission and provides an affordable pathway for community college graduates to pursue a degree at the university. This aligns with Target 4.3 of SDG 4, which aims to ensure equal access to affordable and quality tertiary education. Additionally, by offering this opportunity to students in the region, the agreement promotes social and economic inclusion, supporting Target 10.2 of SDG 10.

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

• Number of Montgomery Community College graduates who successfully transfer to Pfeiffer University
• Number of students who receive the transfer scholarship award or discount
• Number of students who graduate on time from both institutions
• Number of students who benefit from clear advising support
• Number of students who have the transfer application fee and residence requirement waived

The article mentions that the agreement guarantees admission and provides a seamless pathway for Montgomery Community College graduates to transfer to Pfeiffer University. The indicators mentioned above can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. These indicators would help track the number of students benefiting from the agreement, the successful transfer rate, and the support provided to ensure timely graduation.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

Source: thesnaponline.com