Rider University and Mercer County Community College have signed a guaranteed transfer articulation agreement to enhance opportunities for students pursuing a degree in elementary education.
The agreement grants full junior-class admission to Rider University for Mercer County Community College students who have declared their participation in the program before earning 30 credit hours at the community college/
They must have taken and completed all courses in the prescribed program curriculum; have earned their associate’s degree in liberal arts and sciences, elementary education; and have earned a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Rider will waive application fees.
"Today, we celebrate yet another outstanding agreement between Mercer County Community College and Rider University," said MCCC President Patricia C. Donohue.
The agreement will create new opportunities for Mercer County Community College students and Rider University student, and strengthens a partnership between the two institutions dedicated to student development and success, Ms. Donohue said.
Dr. Sharon Sherman, dean of Rider University’s School of Education, said the school is very proud to continue its longstanding relationship with Mercer County Community College.
"Agreements like this are beneficial for both institutions, but most importantly, for the students who gain improved opportunities to excel in higher education," Ms. Sherman said.
