Atlanta, Ga. – Mercer University and the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) have signed new transfer agreements designed to create seamless pathways for technical college students to earn bachelor’s degrees, reducing barriers to completion and strengthening Georgia’s workforce pipeline as part of the state’s Top State for Talent initiative.
Under the agreement, students who graduate from any of TCSG’s 22 colleges will be eligible to transfer into Mercer University’s Bachelor of Business Administration programs in Accounting, Business Technology, Human Resource Management, and Management. The agreements also establish a clear pathway for graduates of TCSG’s Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) programs to transfer into Mercer’s Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program.
These pathways are structured to minimize the loss of academic credit and prevent unnecessary duplication of coursework, saving students both time and money while accelerating their progress toward a four-year degree.
“This partnership with Mercer University reflects our commitment to meeting students where they are and supporting them every step of the way toward meaningful careers,” said Greg Dozier, Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia. “It also directly supports Governor Kemp’s vision for Georgia to be the Top State for Talent by ensuring our workforce has access to clear, affordable pathways from technical education to bachelor’s degrees in high-demand fields.”
Mercer University leaders emphasized the value of welcoming more technical college graduates into its undergraduate and nursing programs.
“Technical college students bring strong academic preparation, real-world experience, and a deep commitment to their communities,” said Dr. Penny L. Elkins, president of Mercer University. “By partnering with TCSG, we are helping advance Georgia’s goal of being the Top State for Talent while providing students with an efficient and affordable route to Mercer bachelor’s degrees in business and nursing.”
The new agreements support Georgia’s broader workforce development strategy by expanding access to advanced credentials in industries critical to the state’s economic growth, including healthcare, technology, and management.
Through initiatives like Top State for Talent, Georgia continues to align education, training, and economic development to ensure employers can find the skilled workers they need while giving students the opportunity to build long-term careers without leaving the state.For more information, visit www.tcsg.edu and www.mercer.edu.
Feature photo: (from left) Mercer University College of Nursing Dean Dr. Tammy Barbé, Mercer University President Dr. Penny L. Elkins, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Greg Dozier and Technical College System of Georgia Chief of Staff Mark Peevy
