Shelton State, UA Move Forward On Bridge Program For Transfers

TUSCALOOSA, AL — Shelton State Community College and The University of Alabama on Thursday announced a partnership to create a bridge program for students transfer from SSCC to UA.

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The memorandum of understanding, which will be officially signed on Monday, provides continuous and concurrent enrollment for Shelton State students transitioning to UA, with Alabama accepting up to 150 SSCC students who meet the minimum requirements of 24 completed college credit hours, a 3.0 GPA and good academic standing.

Shelton State says Bridge Program students will also have access to student services at UA to encourage familiarity with the campus and ease the transition.

These services will include access to Crimson Tide athletics tickets, the UA Student Recreation Center, parking, UA Career Center and UA ACT card.

“The Shelton State Bridge Program allows our students to transition between SSCC and The Capstone seamlessly,” SSCC President Jonathan Koh said. “The University has opened its doors to welcome our students and provide them not only with academic support as they transfer but also the opportunity to join the on-campus student experience and enjoy amenities provided to UA students.”

What's more, the Bridge Program will extend the relationship between SSCC and UA after the institutions signed an articulation agreement last fall that created a defined transfer process and access to scholarships, academic advising, career coaching, and counseling.

"The University of Alabama stands firm in its commitment to facilitating transfer students' seamless transition into our esteemed institution. This commitment is exemplified by our partnership with Shelton State Community College," UA President Stuart R. Bell said. "We aim to streamline the transfer process, allowing students to concentrate on pursuing their bachelor's degree at the Capstone and forging remarkable futures."

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