Transfer Partnerships
Start here, go anywhere. Transfer Programs allow you to complete an associate degree at Columbus State, then apply it toward a bachelor's degree at a four-year university. Complete your first two years with our small classes and the lowest tuition in the region.
Preferred Pathway: College Debt is Avoidable
Nine top regional universities have joined Columbus State to help students earn low- or no-debt bachelor’s degrees through Preferred Pathways transfer partnerships. Program features include:
COST SAVINGS Completing two years at Columbus State allows students to save nearly 50% off the cost of a bachelor’s degree.
GUARANTEED ADMISSION Our Preferred Pathway partners guarantee admission to students who graduate Columbus State with Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degrees and maintain a minimal overall GPA.
SEAMLESS TRANSFER Personalized transfer plans ensure that students take only the courses they need.
SCHOLARSHIPS Several partners offer special scholarships and financial assistance programs for students transferring from Columbus State to their universities.
Preferred Pathway Partners
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Capital University: Investing in Columbus State Grads
In January 2023, Capital University and Columbus State announced an expanded partnership through which Pell Grant-eligible transfer students may receive Capital’s Main Street Scholarship, a combination of funds that will cover the full cost of Capital’s tuition and fees for many participating students. The program is a dual admission partnership in which students are enrolled at both Capital and Columbus State, gaining immediate access to the campus resources of both institutions, including campus recreation, library, student organizations, campus housing, and events.
After completing associate degrees at Columbus State, participants are guaranteed transfer to Capital to complete their bachelor’s degrees. The partnership marks Columbus State’s second dual admission agreement, an approach pioneered in partnership with Otterbein University in 2017.
Get Started
Ready to start at Columbus State, then transfer to another college? Apply for Admission and follow the Get Started Guide.
On your application, indicate you plan to earn an associate's degree to transfer to another institution. Also, list your intended college and major.
Once you're in our system, we can connect you with an advisor. Most students will get their course plans at Orientation or New Student Workshop.