Manchester University and Ivy Tech Community College signed an agreement providing a direct pathway from Ivy Tech to Manchester for more than 40 transfer pathways at the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana annual meeting on Wednesday, June 25.
Manchester University and Ivy Tech Community College signed an agreement providing a direct pathway from Ivy Tech to Manchester for more than 40 transfer pathways at the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana annual meeting on Wednesday, June 25.
This partnership facilitates the transfer of students with associate degrees from Ivy Tech to bachelor's degree programs at Manchester University, allowing them to transfer up to 60 credits. Students with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of General Studies or Associate of Fine Arts degree from Ivy Tech will be considered to have fulfilled Manchester’s general education core requirements, guaranteed to have all their credits transferred, and will enter Manchester as a junior.
Key messages of the partnership include:
- Guaranteed Admission: Students who meet the requirements of the agreement are guaranteed admission to Manchester University upon completion of their studies at Ivy Tech Community College, providing a seamless transition for eligible students and encouraging their continued academic progression.
- More Than 40 Pathways: Specific pathways in nearly 20 areas of study have been mapped out to ensure that students can graduate with a bachelor’s degree in no more than 60 credits at Manchester. Other non-specified pathways may take more than 60 credits depending on the programs undertaken at Ivy Tech and Manchester.
- Reverse Transfer: Under this provision, students who transfer to Manchester before completing their associate degree at Ivy Tech can have their Manchester credits transferred back to Ivy Tech so that the student can complete their associate and bachelor’s degree by using the combination of credits from both institutions.
- Improved Employment Opportunities: An associate degree can serve as a valuable standalone credential in the workforce, giving students a competitive edge for job opportunities while they continue their education at Manchester. With increased efforts to incorporate experiential learning opportunities, the associate degree may assist students in finding and obtaining those opportunities.
“Our articulation agreements with Ivy Tech reflect our shared commitment to expanding access, reducing cost and creating clear, seamless pathways for students to achieve their academic and career goals,” said Stacy Young, president of Manchester University.
“We are thrilled to expand opportunities for our students through these new transfer pathways with Manchester University,” said Ivy Tech Chancellor Kim Barnett-Johnson. “This partnership represents a shared commitment to student success, providing Ivy Tech graduates with a clear and seamless route to continue their education and achieve their long-term goals. Together, we’re empowering learners to build brighter futures—right here in northeast Indiana and beyond.”
This partnership further strengthens Manchester’s efforts to streamline the transfer process. Acceptance of the Indiana College Core and development of summer courses for high school students are just a few of the University’s other initiatives to support transfer students and recognize prior college-level work.
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About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly-accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor’s degree. Follow Ivy Tech on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn for the most up-to-date information.