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Transfer to Franciscan University of Steubenville

Note: The “2+2” term is used to refer to a transfer agreement through which a student completes an Associate degree at WVNCC and finishes a Bachelor’s degree at another institution. Because of individual student factors, part-time or full-time status, need for developmental education coursework, scheduling and availability of courses, or other factors, all students may not be able to complete this degree in two (Associate’s) or four (Bachelor’s) years. The term “2+2” does not imply a guarantee that a student will be able to complete all requirements in four years.

Students successfully completing this option will receive an Associate of Arts degree from West Virginia Northern. Upon successfully completing the remaining specified credit hours at Franciscan University they will receive a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education, with eligibility for the initial Ohio teaching license upon successful completion of the educator preparation program. In addition to the WVNCC courses, applicants for admission to a Franciscan University Teacher Education program must meet the following criteria:

• Submit a transcript to Franciscan University verifying an overall grade point average of 2.5.*
• Successful completion of the PRAXIS CORE (reading, mathematics, & writing); (Note: Students must provide evidence that they have passed all parts of the PRAXIS prior to acceptance & enrollment in classes in the Teacher Preparation Program. Students who do not pass the PRAXIS CORE are not eligible for licensure).
• Submit a written application for admission to teacher education to the Department of Teacher Preparation Programs.
• Submit two positive recommendations from faculty.
• Positive recommendation by the Education Unit faculty.

In addition to General Education Outcomes, students successfully completing and receiving an A.A. degree under the articulation agreement with Franciscan University’s educator preparation program should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the history of the profession of education.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the basic concepts, theories, and strategies used in education.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the major theories of human development.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the issues related to standards of the teaching profession.
• Demonstrate adequate knowledge and skills related to general education curriculum requirements for the A.A. degree.
• Utilize critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate a readiness to enter a bachelor degree program with appropriate commitment to attendance, initiative, organization and interest in the profession.

*Although a cumulative GPA of 2.0 meets requirements for graduation at WVNCC, students who do not meet the GPA (or other special) requirements at the transfer institution for admission to this baccalaureate program may not be admitted to the program until they are able to meet those requirements. Students should consult with an advisor at the transfer institution early in their program to check on this, and other requirements for admission to the baccalaureate program.