William Paterson, Brookdale Community College Ink Transfer Agreement

WAYNE, NJ — William Paterson University and Brookdale Community College recently agreed to a "robust" transfer agreement, which benefits Brookdale students who complete a bachelor's degree at the Wayne university.

The deal includes joint admission and formal transfer agreements with William Paterson, providing an opportunity for students to seamlessly transfer after obtaining their associate degree from Brookdale. According to the college, Brookdale students will also benefit from a four-year curriculum mapped out for over 26 different programs.

"I want to thank William Paterson officials who worked closely on this pathway for the best interest of our students," said Dr. David Stout, president of Brookdale Community College.

"Together, we have the potential to break through academic, financial, and other barriers and reach the individuals in the community who most need access to an affordable college education. These programs with this outstanding institution will ensure that our students leave ready for the next step."

The agreement gives Brookdale students the opportunity to take courses at William Paterson's campus or online. Jointly admitted students will have their application fees waived, college officails said.

Students may also receive dual advising and attend William Paterson University events and activities while enrolled at Brookdale, according to the college.

The associate transfer agreements provide transfer into Bachelor of Science degree programs that include:

• Marketing
• Management
• Finance
• Accounting
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Environmental Science
• Mathematics

And Bachelor of Arts degree programs in:

• Political Science
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Health Studies
• Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Communications
• Media Studies
• Music Studies
• Leadership and Professional Studies
• Liberal Studies

For those interested in pursuing a career in nursing, transfer agreements were also established for Brookdale’s Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and William Paterson's RN to BSN (bachelor's degree), and MSN Express Plus Degree Program (master's degree), the college said.

The nursing degrees are offered either online or in person.

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