Shelton State and The University of Alabama Partner to Create Bridge Program for Transfer Students
April 15, 2024 – Shelton State Community College (SSCC) and The University of Alabama (UA) have signed a memorandum of understanding creating the Shelton State Bridge Program for students transitioning from SSCC to The Capstone. The institutions’ leaders held a ceremonial signing at Shelton State’s Martin Campus on Monday, April 15.
The Bridge Program creates a pathway to the University for up to 150 SSCC students who meet the minimum requirements of 24 completed college credit hours, a 3.0 GPA, and good academic standing. The program extends the existing relationship between SSCC and UA, which was formed last fall. In August 2023, the institutions signed an articulation agreement that created a defined transfer process and access to scholarships, academic advising, career coaching, and counseling.
“We are excited to further extend our relationship with the University of Alabama and continue to look for new ways for our students to be successful as they transition from Shelton State,” said Dr. Jonathan Koh, SSCC President. “This partnership will now expose more than 100 SSCC students to hundreds of new degree programs to help continue their education and prepare for the growing workforce in our state.”
Under the new agreement, Bridge Program students will have access to student services at UA to encourage familiarity with the campus and ease the transition from SSCC to UA. Services include access to Crimson Tide athletics tickets, the UA Student Recreation Center, parking, UA Career Center, and UA ACT card.
“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,” affirmed UA President Stuart R. Bell. “We aim to streamline the transfer process, allowing students to concentrate on pursuing their bachelor’s degree at the Capstone and forging remarkable futures.”
Students interested in the Bridge Program should email shelton.bridge@ua.edu.
About Shelton State Community College
Shelton State Community College, an accredited, two-year institution in the Alabama Community College System, offers over 30 associate degrees in technical and health services programs. Shelton State, located in Tuscaloosa, is one of six Historically Black Community Colleges in Alabama and one of only 12 in the nation. For nearly 70 years, the College has educated students in West Alabama and is an institution where academic skills transfer to workplace skills through progressive partnerships with local industry. SSCC is a member of the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) and competes in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) at the Division I level. The institution holds 29 NJCAA Region XXII Division I titles in men’s and women’s basketball and baseball, 13 National Championships in competitive cheerleading, and seven recognitions as an Academic Team of the Year for softball. For more information about Shelton State, visit www.sheltonstate.edu.
About The University of Alabama
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus. A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. As the state’s largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.
