Central Piedmont opens another direct path to bachelor's degree with UNC Asheville transfer partnership
Aug 01, 2026
Earning a bachelor's degree just became more accessible for Central Piedmont Community College students. Central Piedmont and UNC Asheville have announced a new guaranteed admission partnership that streamlines the transfer process and creates a clear, confident pathway from an associate degree to a bachelor's degree.
The new Bulldog Promise Program guarantees admission for eligible Central Piedmont students who complete an associate degree and fulfill program requirements.
Through the partnership, students can begin building connections with UNC Asheville long before they transfer, gaining access to:
- Transfer information and planning resources
- Admissions communications
- Orientation opportunities
- Academic advising
- Financial aid guidance and support before transferring
The partnership is designed to reduce uncertainty, make the transfer process more predictable and achievable, and simplify the transition for a wide range of students, including first-generation college students, adult learners and others pursuing a bachelor's degree.
Dr. Heather Hill, provost and chief academic officer at Central Piedmont, stated: "Students are more likely to achieve their educational goals when they can clearly see the path ahead." She emphasized that the program "removes uncertainty from the transfer process."
Kimberly van Noort, chancellor of UNC Asheville, noted the partnership "helps them save both time and money on their way to a bachelor's degree, positioning them to land the job of their dreams upon graduation."
The agreement marks Central Piedmont's 20th guaranteed admission partnership and expands the college's growing network of transfer opportunities with four-year institutions. Central Piedmont currently maintains partnerships with more than 40 colleges and universities through various transfer agreements and programs.
