Park University Endorses Smooth Transition Procedures for Graduates from Metropolitan Community College
In a significant move to expand educational opportunities, Park University and Metropolitan Community College (MCC) have officially signed an articulation agreement. The ceremony took place on the University's flagship Parkville Campus on January 24, 2024.
The agreement, which was finalized during the ceremony, marks a commitment from both institutions to provide a smoother transition for MCC graduates seeking to pursue higher education at Park University. MCC Chancellor Kimberly Beatty stated that this partnership demonstrates a shared commitment to creating greater educational opportunities for all.
Park University President Shane Smeed expressed his institution's shared commitment with MCC, stating that both institutions have a shared history of transforming student-learners' lives since 1875 and 1915, respectively. He also highlighted that the agreement is expected to benefit many students by offering a more streamlined path to a bachelor's degree.
Under the terms of the agreement, MCC students who earn an Associate in Arts degree will be eligible for guaranteed admission at Park and will enter the University with junior status. Park University will also accept all general education credits from MCC to apply toward earning a bachelor's degree at Park. This includes accepting MCC's designated freshman and sophomore level education credits.
The agreement is intended to provide MCC graduates with a straightforward path to earning a bachelor's degree at Park. MCC students who need more information about the transfer process to Park University should contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@our website or visit our website/current-students/registrar-and-transcripts.
In addition to the benefits outlined above, transfer students from MCC to Park University will be eligible for an annual $1,000 Park University Associate Degree Recognition Scholarship. This scholarship is designed to provide additional support, resources, and affordability for shared students.
Both Park University and MCC are proud of their decades-long history of serving first-generation college students, including veterans. The partnership between the two institutions builds upon their longstanding relationship.
For detailed and current information about the specifics of the articulation agreement, such as credit transfer limits, degree pathways, enrollment requirements, and any scholarships or support services, it is best to consult the official websites or academic advising offices of Park University and Metropolitan Community College directly. They usually provide formal articulation agreement documents and transfer guides tailored for MCC students.
Students pursuing higher education at Park University may find the recently signed articulation agreement with Metropolitan Community College (MCC) beneficial, as it offers a smoother transition and a more streamlined path to a bachelor's degree. General news about this partnership can be found on the official websites of both institutions, and interested MCC students can seek more information about the transfer process by contacting the Registrar's Office or visiting their respective websites under the 'education-and-self-development' category.
