Transfer Information
Transfer Student Resources
Below are important resources for those planning to transfer from WCC to a 4-year college or university.
- Minimum Foreign Language Requirements by College
- University of North Carolina Transfer Resources
- College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
- College Foundation of North Carolina Transfer Planner
AA/AS/AE/AATP/ASTP Transfer Information
Wilkes Community College offers several associate degree curricula that parallel the freshman and sophomore years at most senior colleges and universities.
- The Associate in Arts (A.A.) and Associate in Science (A.S.) degrees are governed by the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
- The Associate in Engineering (A.E.) degree is governed by the Uniform Articulation Agreement (UAA).
- The Associate in Arts Teacher Prep (AATP) and Associate in Science Teacher Prep (ASTP) degrees are governed by the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA).
By maintaining at least a “C” average, students should be able to transfer with junior status into baccalaureate degree programs at four-year colleges and universities. Admission to some majors will require a higher GPA.
To assure proper course selection, students planning to transfer should take ACA 122 – College Transfer Success in their first semester to develop a comprehensive transfer plan. The Advising Center is available for additional assistance.
Students planning to transfer to a senior college or university are advised to examine carefully the current catalog of the particular college they plan to enter and to follow as closely as possible the recommendations for that program of study. Counselors and faculty members are prepared to advise students, but the final responsibility for course selection is left to the student. By working closely with their academic advisor, WCC students can minimize the possibility of taking unnecessary courses or loss of credit.
Click here for more UNC system transfer information, including the CAA and other resources.
To learn more about North Carolina colleges and universities, visit College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC).
Contact Information
Students interested in learning more should contact the four-year institution they are planning to attend and/or:
AATP/ASTP Transfer Information
Wilkes Community College offers several associate degree curricula that parallel the freshman and sophomore years at most senior colleges and universities.
The Associate in Arts Teacher Preparation (AATP) and Associate in Science Teacher Preparation (ASTP) degrees are governed by the Uniform Articulation Agreement in Teacher Preparation.
The Uniform Articulation Agreement in Teacher Preparation between the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) and the University of North Carolina (UNC) System is intended to provide smooth transfer for community college students who wish to continue their education in teacher preparation at constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina System.
This articulation agreement describes a progression degree plan that includes required teacher education degree plans and pre-major courses that are acceptable to all state funded teacher education program options. Students who follow the progression degree plan will have 60 hours applied to constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina System.
This agreement does not guarantee student acceptance into any bachelor program at University of North Carolina (UNC) institutions. Teacher Preparation students must meet applicable admissions criteria and policies designated by, and earn admission into, the UNC constituent institution of their choice. These criteria and admissions requirements may include (but are not limited to) minimum GPA and Praxis scores and their associated timelines, as published by each university’s Bachelor Degree in Teacher Education-related programs.
To assure proper course selection, students planning to transfer should take ACA 122 – College Transfer Success in their first semester to develop a comprehensive transfer plan. The Advising Center is available for additional assistance.
Students planning to transfer to a senior college or university are advised to examine carefully the current catalog of the particular college they plan to enter and to follow as closely as possible the recommendations for that program of study. Counselors and faculty members are prepared to advise students, but the final responsibility for course selection is left to the student. By working closely with their academic advisor, WCC students can minimize the possibility of taking unnecessary courses or loss of credit.
To learn more about North Carolina colleges and universities, visit College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC).
Contact Information
Students interested in learning more should contact the four-year institution they are planning to attend and/or:
Associate to Bachelor Agreements for AAS Graduates
An Associate to Bachelor agreement is an opportunity for students to complete their Associate’s degree at Wilkes Community College and then transfer into a specified program at a partnering four-year institution for their Bachelor’s degree.
WCC currently has the following Associate to Bachelor agreements for AAS graduates:
Students interested in learning more should contact the four-year institution they are planning to attend and/or:
Associate Dean of Admissions and Advising
Phone: 336-838-6145
ekblevins580@wilkescc.edu
Aspire Appalachian Co-Admission Program
Aspire Appalachian is a co-admission program between Appalachian State University and Wilkes Community College. It is intended for students who plan to transfer to Appalachian after completing one of the following degrees:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Architectural Technology
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Building Construction Technology
- Criminal Justice Technology
- Early Childhood Education
Benefits
- Guaranteed admission to Appalachian
- On-site admissions and academic advising by Appalachian
- Coordinated financial aid programs
- Invitation to special webinars, events, and newsletters designed to help you successfully transfer to and succeed at Appalachian
Eligibility
To be eligible for Aspire Appalachian, you must:
- be enrolled full-time at Wilkes Community College (minimum 12 credit hours per semester);
- be on track to complete an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or approved AAS degree (listed above);
- be in progress of completing, or have completed, ACA 122 with a grade of C or better; and
- have at least two semesters (24 credit hours) remaining at Wilkes Community College.
Students must complete an eligible associate degree program within 3 years from their date of acceptance into the Aspire Appalachian program and must graduate with a 2.25 GPA or higher.
How to Apply
- Complete the Aspire Appalachian intent form. For Student ID Number, use your WCC Colleague ID number.
- Once accepted, students will be contacted by WCC’s Appalachian admissions contact. If you have any questions prior to that contact, please email transfer@appstate.edu.
- Students will apply to Appalachian one semester prior to their last semester at WCC.
Contact Information
To learn more about this program, visit the Aspire Appalachian website or contact WCC’s program liaison:
Academic Advisor/Lead Instructor of ACA
Phone: 336-838-6195
sfwagoner364@wilkescc.edu
East Carolina University Pirate Promise
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Engineering
- Associate in Science
- Architectural Technology (A.A.S.)
- Applied Engineering Technology (A.A.S.)
- Associate Degree Nursing (A.A.S.)
- Automotive Systems Technology (A.A.S.)
- Building Construction Technology (A.A.S.)
- Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (A.A.S.)
- Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology (A.A.S.)
- Early Childhood Education (A.A.S.)
- Computer Programming (A.A.S.)
- Network Management (A.A.S.)
Benefits
- Guaranteed admission to ECU (not guaranteed to a specific major or program)
- Waived ECU application fee
- A dedicated ECU transfer coach
- Joint financial aid counseling and RaiseMe micro-scholarship opportunities
- Eligible to purchase an ECU 1 card to get access to ECU athletic tickets, campus events, and library resources
- Participation in Pirate Promise invitation-only events at ECU
Eligibility
To be eligible for Pirate Promise, you must be enrolled as a full-time, first-year student in an approved associate degree OR Early College High School or Career & College Promise as early as the junior year of high school. Continued eligibility requires a minimum 2.5 GPA in all college coursework.
How to Apply
- Create your ECU Pirate Promise Account.
- Submit the Pirate Promise Application (limited availability, check dates).
- Contact ECU at piratepromise@ecu.edu with questions about the application.
Contact Information
Academic Advisor/Lead Instructor of ACA
Phone: 336-838-6195
sfwagoner364@wilkescc.edu
Gardner-Webb University Bulldog Bound
Bulldog Bound is a co-admission agreement with community colleges to provide direct-entry pathways to Gardner-Webb University upon graduation from Wilkes Community College. Students participating in this program must complete one of the following degrees:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Associate of Arts in Teacher Preparation
- Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation
- Accounting and Finance (A.A.S.)
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Business Administration (A.A.S)
- Criminal Justice Technology (A.A.S.)
- Human Services Technology (A.A.S.)
- Systems Security (A.A.S.)
- Network Management (A.A.S.)
Benefits
- Access to a GWU liaison on the WCC campus to serve as a point of contact
- Direct-entry pathway to GWU upon graduation from WCC
- Coordinated federal and state financial aid, as well as scholarships
- Waived application fee for GWU admission
- Invitation to GWU in fall semester for Dawg Day
Eligibility
To be eligible for Bulldog Bound, student must:
- Be a currently enrolled student at WCC in an approved degree program
- Earn and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 at WCC
- Meet all admissions requirements of GWU
- Enroll at GWU within one academic year of completion of the Associate’s degree
How to Apply
- Complete the Bulldog Bound Form.
- Once accepted into Bulldog Bound, students will be contacted by GWU.
- Students will submit admission application to GWU
Contact Information
To learn more about this program, visit GWU’s Bulldog Bound webpage or contact WCC’s program liaison:
Academic Advisor/Lead Instructor of ACA
Phone: 336-838-6195
sfwagoner364@wilkescc.edu
Lenoir-Rhyne University Bear Bound
Bear Bound is a co-admission program between Lenoir-Rhyne University and Wilkes Community College. It is intended for students who plan to transfer to LR after completing one of the following degrees:
- Associate in Arts (AA)
- Associate in Science (AS)
- Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation (AATP)
- Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation (ASTP)
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
- Associate in Engineering (AE)
- Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)
Benefits
- Guaranteed admission to Lenoir-Rhyne University
- LR Student ID card, allowing you to engage with LR’s campus and community while you earn your degree at WCC before transferring to LR
- Free admission to athletic events, performing arts events, and speaker series events on LR’s campus
- Eligible to participate in student activities like intramural sports, clubs, and organizations on LR’s campus
- Eligible to use LR’s facilities like the library
- Students who have completed the AA, AS, AATP, or ASTP with a minimum GPA of 2.25 and a minimum grade of C in all transferable courses will be considered to have met the LR general education curriculum requirements. Other degree programs will have their courses with a minimum grade of C transfer in based on a course-for-course articulation.
Eligibility
- Be a high school graduate or GED diploma recipient, currently enrolled at WCC in one of the degree paths listed above
- Minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA over all transferable credit
- Be in good academic and disciplinary standing at all previous institutions
- Complete an admission application by July 1 (for fall admits), December 1 (for spring admits), or April 15 (for summer admits)
How to Apply
Contact Information
Morgan Logan
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission
morgan.logan@lr.edu
Office Phone: 828-328-7426
Cell Phone: 828-661-6889
Additional Information
UNC-Wilmington PathWays
PathWays is a Guaranteed Admission Program at UNC-Wilmington for Wilkes Community College students. Students participating in this program must complete one of the following degrees:
Benefits
- Guaranteed admission to UNC-Wilmington (not to a specific program)
- On-site admissions and academic advising by UNC-Wilmington’s Transfer Student Success Coordinator
- Application fee waived when participating in “Apply on the Fly”
- Transfer scholarships
- Invitation to Open House events for admitted students and Transfer Student Socials
Eligibility
To be eligible for Pathways to Excellence, you must:
- be on track to complete an Associate in Arts, Associate in Engineering, or Associate in Science degree;
- earn a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 in transferable, college-level coursework; and
- meet with a UNC-Wilmington Transfer Student Success Coordinator.
How to Apply
- Submit the PathWays Enrollment Form.
- Once the enrollment form is submitted, students will be contacted by UNC-Wilmington’s Transfer Admissions.
- Submit the Admissions Application to UNC-Wilmington the semester before transfer.
Contact Information
To learn more about this program, visit the UNC-Wilmington PathWays website or contact WCC’s program liaison:
Academic Advisor/Lead Instructor of ACA
Phone: 336-838-6195
sfwagoner364@wilkescc.edu