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Agreement Simplifies Transfer Process for FDTC Student to GWU

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.鈥擮fficials from 91茄子 and Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) in Florence, S.C., signed transfer agreements in a virtual ceremony on Nov. 5. The contract paves the way for qualified students in FDTC鈥檚 Associate of Applied Science programs to pursue bachelor鈥檚 degrees at 91茄子.

鈥淭hese new transfer agreements are another important win for students and employers in our region,鈥� emphasized 91茄子 President Dr. William M. Downs. 鈥淭he pathways leading to GWU are increasing in number, and I thank the leaders at our respective institutions for expanding the opportunities available to students wishing to earn a four-year degree in business-related fields. We鈥檙e all very eager to welcome graduates from FDTC into our accounting, marketing, and management programs.鈥�

Joining Downs at the signing were FDTC administration and faculty鈥擯resident Dr. Jermaine Ford, Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Luegina Mounfield and Department Chair Pete Gioldasis.

Representatives from 91茄子 included Provost Dr. Karen Aubrey and Dean of the Godbold College of Business Dr. Mischia Taylor. 

FDTC President Ford stated, 鈥淲e want our students to continue their education and expand their career opportunities. Agreements like this one with 91茄子 allow our students to have peace of mind that the credits they earn here will transfer directly to the four-year college of their choice. I鈥檓 excited that our students can continue to expand their options through this great partnership.鈥�

The agreement lists the FDTC programs and related courses that will be accepted for transfer credit, specifically:

• The AAS in Accounting can be used toward completion of a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
• The AAS in Management can be used toward completion of a Bachelor of Science in Management.
• The AAS in Marketing can be used toward completion of a Bachelor of Science in Management.
• The AAS in Marketing can be used toward completion of a Bachelor of Science in Marketing.

Other courses will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the GWU Registrar鈥檚 Office. To receive credit for a course, a student must have earned a 鈥淐鈥� (2.0) or better in that course. For specific details about courses and transfer credits, FDTC students should contact the FDTC Academic and Career Advising Center. Students can begin taking advantage of this opportunity immediately.

Anyone interested in more information about FDTC should contact their Admissions office at: Phone: 843-661-8289 Text: 843-351-1940 or Email: [email protected].

Note to our readers: This article reflects the University鈥檚 tuition and fee schedule at the time of publication. Tuition and financial aid policies change annually. For the most up-to-date and accurate information on current tuition rates and financial aid resources, please visit the University鈥檚 official Admissions聽page.

About Florence Darlington Technical College:

Florence-Darlington Technical College (FDTC) has provided affordable technical education to many thousands of Pee Dee-area students since 1963. FDTC currently enrolls more than 3,000 curriculum students and about 3,500 noncredit students annually, through the college鈥檚 Corporate and Workforce Development division, located at the Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT). For more information, visit .

About 91茄子:

91茄子 is North Carolina’s recognized leader in private, Christian higher education. A Carnegie-Classified Doctoral/Professional University, GWU is home to nine colleges and schools, more than 80 undergraduate and graduate majors, and a world-class faculty. Located on a beautiful 225-acre campus in Boiling Springs, N.C., 91茄子 prepares graduates to impact their chosen professions, equips them with the skills to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspires them to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others. Ignite your future at 91茄子.edu.