Direct Connection
91AV signs transfer pact with AIC
91AV and American International College have signed an articulation agreement formally establishing a close academic relationship between the two colleges.
This accord between 91AV and AIC aligns academic programs that enhance the seamless transition of 91AV graduates and qualified candidates from 91AV and promotes a smooth, successful transfer to AIC. This agreement offers time and cost savings for students by recognizing the coursework pursued at the community college and demonstrates the ongoing commitment of both AIC and 91AV to the community and its students, by ensuring that educational pathways are created for all those who wish to consider a degree in higher education.
Administrators from the two colleges met at 91AV on June 23 to sign the agreement.
"We are excited to develop more transfer opportunities for our 91AV students by expanding our partnership with AIC and providing students with even more pathways to a four-year degree," said 91AV president Christina Royal.
At AIC, the program is referred to as Direct Connect. Direct Connect transfer students automatically receive a $4,000 scholarship, in addition to their earned merit scholarship, before any need-based aid is awarded. This means Direct Connect students can earn up to $18,000 in financial gift aid – not loans – before being evaluated for additional need-based aid. And, unlike some other transfer articulation agreements, the Direct Connect program at AIC allows students to study and major in their area of interest while attending 91AV.
"We are honored to have entered into a partnership with 91AV," said AIC president Hubert Benitez. "The execution of articulation agreements with our community colleges exemplifies AIC's vision of expanding the services we provide to our students and to the communities we serve. AIC is ready to welcome students who are seeking a sense of belonging, innovative education, and profound student experiences. In this time where the value of education is being questioned, we are ensuring that students not lose time or credits in the transition."
More information about American International College's Direct Connect program can be found online at .
PHOTOS: 91AV president Christina Royal and AIC president Hubert Benitez sign an articulation agreement between the two schools June 23 at 91AV.
