Husson and the Largest Community College in Maine Partner to Help Students
Published on: January 31, 2019
BANGOR, MAINE - Husson University and Southern Maine Community College (SMCC), the largest community college in Maine, entered into a series of agreements today that will create a smooth process for the transfer of credits from SMCC to Husson. The signing ceremony, representing the culmination of the agreement process, took place at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Fuller Board Room on the second floor of the Beardsley Meeting House on Husson University’s Bangor campus.
“Our University is dedicated to offering students a high-quality, affordable college education,” said John Champoli, vice president for enrollment management at Husson. “That’s why Husson University is the least expensive private four-year college in New England, according to a recent analysis by U.S. News & World Report.”
"These agreements allow students who are interested in continuing their education after earning a degree at SMCC to enjoy a seamless transfer and save time and money," said SMCC President Joe Cassidy. "This is another example of how we're working in partnership with other institutions to help students meet their educational and professional goals. We are putting students first to assure they have all the opportunities and support they need to succeed.”
The agreements cover the transfer of credits from the following SMCC associate degree programs into the corresponding Husson University bachelor’s degree programs.
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SMCC |
Husson University |
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Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Communications and New Media |
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Communications Technology with a concentration in Video Production |
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AAS in Communications and New Media |
BS in Integrated Technology with a concentration in Web Design and Development |
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AAS in Communications and New Media |
BS in Mass Communications with a concentration in Marketing Communications |
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Associate of Science (AS) in Education |
BS in Educational Studies with concentration in Elementary Education |
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AS in Education |
BS in Elementary Education |
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AAS in Early Childhood Education |
BS in Educational Studies with a concentration in Elementary Education |
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SMCC (continued) |
Husson University (continued) |
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AAS in Early Childhood Education |
BS in Elementary Education |
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AAS in Biotechnology |
BS in Biology |
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AAS in Human Services |
BS in Psychology |
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AS in Health Sciences |
BS in Healthcare Administration and Public Health |
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AAS in Criminal Justice |
BS in Criminal Justice |
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AAS in Hospitality Management |
BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management |
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AAS in Information Technology |
BS in Integrated Technology with a concentration in Computer Information Systems |
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AAS in Information Technology |
BS in Integrated Technology with a concentration in Software Development |
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AS in Business Administration |
BS in Business Administration |
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AS in Business Administration with a Sport Management Option |
BS in Sport Management |
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AS in Computer Science |
BS in Integrated Technology with a concentration in Computer Information Systems |
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AS in Computer Science |
BS in Integrated Technology with a concentration in Software Development |
“Our partnership with Southern Maine Community College is providing students with a clear trajectory for education beyond the associate’s degree level. Those SMCC students who want to take their education to the next level are welcome to pursue a bachelor’s degree at Husson University after they complete their associate’s degree studies,” said Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost at Husson University.
Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is Maine’s largest and oldest community college. Founded in 1946, SMCC offers courses at its South Portland and Brunswick campuses, at community satellite locations and online. SMCC has among the lowest tuition and fees in New England and offers more than 40 degree and certificate programs. For more information visit www.smccme.edu.
For more than 120 years, Husson University has prepared future leaders to handle the challenges of tomorrow through innovative undergraduate and graduate degrees. With a commitment to delivering affordable classroom, online and experiential learning opportunities, Husson University has come to represent superior value in higher education. The Bangor campus and satellite education centers in Southern Maine, Wells and Northern Maine provide advanced knowledge in business; health and education; pharmacy studies; science and humanities; as well as communication. In addition, Husson University has a robust adult learning program. For more information visit www.Husson.edu.