Belmont Abbey College – Connect Program
BELMONT ABBEY CONNECT: A DIRECT-ENTRY ADMISSION PROGRAM
Belmont Abbey Connect is a program for Gaston College students who plan to transfer to Belmont Abbey College (BAC) to pursue a bachelor’s degree, upon completion of their two-year degree.
BENEFITS
In addition to the student services you receive at Gaston College, Belmont Abbey Connect students receive these benefits:
- a direct-entry pathway upon completion of a transfer degree or an applied program for which an articulation agreement exists.
- dual advising from both Gaston College and BAC advisors
- prioritized ability to receive admission, financial aid, registration, and orientation communications early in the process
- maximized opportunity for success at both institutions
ELIGIBILITY
Requirements to Participate in the Connect Program
- be a currently enrolled student at Gaston College in a degree-seeking capacity
- submit BAC application for admission and disciplinary forms by BAC deadlines
- be in good standing at Gaston and other institutions attended
- demonstrate good citizenship and conduct
- earn and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 at Gaston and a minimum GPA of 2.20 in their most recent term
- earn an Associate’s degree from Gaston in a college transfer program or in an applied program for which an articulation agreement exists
- enroll at BAC within one academic year (within the next two regular terms (fall/ spring semesters) of completion of the Associate’s degree)
- meet all admissions requirements of BAC
THE ABBEY AWARD
- The Abbey Award is a scholarship awarded from Belmont Abbey College to students who possess an Associate’s Degree from Gaston College
- Award Amount: $7,500
- Qualifications: 2.5 Cumulative GPA, A Gaston College Associate’s Degree, aged 22 and younger
- Duration: Renewable up to 2 years
- Additional Requirements: Students must be full-time and remain in good academic standing to maintain eligibility for the award
- The Abbey Award is stackable with the Commuter Grant of $1,000
REQUEST MORE INFORMATION
Belmont Abbey College Connect
For more information, contact the Arts & Sciences Advising Center at 704.922.6576 or [email protected].