RAYMOND – Hinds Community College and Western Governors University (WGU) have partnered to make it easy for Hinds graduates to pursue an online bachelor’s degree.
WGU, an accredited, nonprofit online university, will provide Hinds graduates and employees unique pathways to make the transfer process less time-consuming and more affordable. The university offers more than 120 bachelor’s and master’s degrees and certificate programs in business, technology, healthcare and K-12 education.
“I appreciate Western Governors University coming to us about this. It aligns with much of what we do,” Hinds President Dr. Stephen Vacik said at a Dec. 4 signing ceremony on Hinds’ Raymond Campus. “There are many students who have been in online classes their entire careers, and this is going to be a nice transition for them.”
WGU’s asynchronous, competency-based programs are designed to fit into busy work and home schedules and create affordable pathways to opportunity. The university has more than 190,000 students enrolled nationwide, including nearly 1,100 in Mississippi.
Dr. Kim Estep, Southeast Regional Vice President for WGU, said the university is excited to partner with Hinds.
“Our missions align, and we are super excited to grow here in Mississippi because we can help solve some of the state’s workforce challenges, help families, and create inter-generational impacts just as Hinds does,” Dr. Estep said.
The agreement provides:
- Generous transfer credits from Hinds Community College to WGU: www.wgu.edu/mscc
- Graduates and employees of Hinds CC are eligible to apply for a WGU-funded $3,500 Community College Partner Scholarship
- Graduates and staff of Hinds Community College apply for free
- Transcripts pulled from the National Student Clearing House for free with permission
“We are excited to partner with Western Governors University because it provides an additional avenue for our students and employees to further their education in a highly supportive environment,” said Dr. Thomas Ware, Vice President of Instruction – Academic, Transfer & Health Sciences.
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With six campuses in central Mississippi, Hinds Community College is a comprehensive institution offering quality, affordable educational opportunities with academic programs of study leading to seamless university transfer and career and technical programs teaching job-ready skills.
Our Mission: Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Our Vision: Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Our Values: Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS: Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership, Stewardship.
To learn more, visit www.hindscc.edu or call 1.800.HindsCC.