Belmont Abbey College – Connect Program

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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 transfer.advising@gaston.edu.