Craven Community College Partners with NC State

Craven Community College (Craven CC) has officially joined North Carolina State University’s Wolfpack Connect partnership, establishing a guaranteed transfer admission program for Craven CC students. This new agreement provides a clear, direct pathway for students to earn their associate degree at Craven CC and then transfer to NC State to complete their bachelor’s degree.

Wolfpack Connect is designed to simplify the transfer process and reduce the uncertainty students often face when planning their transition to a four-year university. Under the program, Craven CC students who complete an associate in arts (AA) or associate in science (AS) degree that aligns with an eligible NC State major are guaranteed admission to the university.

College leaders say the agreement will open new doors for Craven students seeking four-year degrees in high-demand fields.

“This partnership with NC State is a significant step forward in fulfilling our mission to provide accessible, high-quality educational opportunities," said VP for Instruction Dr. Kathleen Gallman. "It ensures our students have a guaranteed, world-class pathway to a four-year degree right here in North Carolina.”

Key Benefits for Students

Students who participate in the Wolfpack Connect program will receive a clear roadmap for their academic journey, starting at Craven CC. Benefits include:

• Guaranteed admission to NC State upon completion of program requirements
• Waived NC State transfer application fee
• Guided course planning using NC State’s Transfer Guides and Transfer Planner to align Craven CC coursework with bachelor’s degree requirements

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for Wolfpack Connect, students should:

• Be pursuing an AA or AS degree at Craven CC
• Have fewer than 30 transferable college credits at the time of formal acceptance
• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA at Craven CC
• Meet all NC State major-specific prerequisites

Students may apply early in their academic journey to receive continuous support and guidance from both Craven CC and NC State advisors.

The Wolfpack Connect partnership underscores a shared commitment from both institutions to enhance student success, expand access to higher education, and eliminate barriers to degree completion.

Students interested in joining the Wolfpack Connect program for Fall 2026 can apply starting in late January 2026. Complete program details, eligibility requirements, and a list of approved majors are available at transfer.ncsu.edu/wolfpack-connect.