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Kentucky State University Forges Transfer Agreement Partnership with KCTCS

Published on Oct 26, 2023

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FRANKFORT, KY – Kentucky State University (KSU) announced an exciting collaboration with the Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems (KCTCS). Officially signed on Thursday, October 26, 2023, this transfer agreement is poised to bring numerous benefits to students and the community, as well as to revolutionize the educational landscape in Kentucky.


Dr. Koffi C. Akakpo, the 19th President of Kentucky State University, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration. "This partnership is a testament to our commitment to providing quality education and workforce development opportunities for the people of Kentucky. It reflects our dedication to enhancing the future of our students and the prosperity of our state. Our vision for this innovative alliance is to bolster partnerships across the state's educational landscape and create a seamless transition for students seeking to transfer to KSU and attain their four-year degrees.”

These pathways ensure a smooth journey for community college students looking to complete their baccalaureate degrees.

“Part of our statutory mission is transfer,” says Interim KCTCS President, Dr. Larry Ferguson. “Roughly 50% of our students transfer on to a university such as Kentucky State to extend their educational journey and complete their baccalaureate, master’s or doctoral degrees.” “We are very eager and pleased to be able to work even more in-depth with Dr. Akakpo and his team and Kentucky State University,” Ferguson continued. 

Key highlights of this partnership include enhancing educational access, streamlining transfers, offering industry-relevant curricula, providing scholarships and financial aid, offering comprehensive support services for students, impacting the community, and driving innovation and research.

This collaborative partnership will provide students with the following highlights:

  1. Enhanced Educational Access: Students gain access to a broader range of academic programs, empowering them to pursue their educational and career goals with more flexibility in fields of their choice.
  2. Streamlined Transition: Clear pathways facilitate a smooth transition for community college students aspiring to complete their baccalaureate degrees at KSU.
  1. Industry-Relevant Curriculum:Students will benefit from updated curricula that align with industry needs, preparing them for successful careers upon graduation.
  1. Scholarships and Financial Aid: The partnership will facilitate access to scholarships and financial aid resources, making higher education more affordable and more attainable.
  2. Comprehensive Support: Both institutions are committed to providing comprehensive support services, including academic advising and career guidance, to empower students to achieve their goals.
  3. Community Impact: The partnership strengthens the connection between academia and the community, fostering collaborative efforts to address local needs and promote economic growth.
  4. Innovation and Research: Together, KSU and KCTCS will drive innovation and research initiatives, benefiting not only students but also the broader academic and industrial landscape.

Dr.  Akakpo announced the first eleven pathway transfer credit programs set to go into full effect just in time for January, Spring 2024:

School of Agriculture, Communities and the Environment:

School of Criminal Justice and Political Science:

School of Education, Human Development and Consumer Science, nine programs are offered, including degrees in:

School of Nursing:

Additional pathway programs are in development. Please check back often or reach out to KSU admissions to discuss transfer credits outside of the pathways listed above.

Kentucky State University and the Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems are dedicated to creating a brighter future for all and shaping the future of education in Kentucky.

For more information on transfer credits and pathways, please visit https://www.kysu.edu/student-success-and-retention/breds-office/kctcs-transfer-partnership-program.php or contact the KSU Admissions Department directly at 502-597-6813.

Official Statement for President Koffi C. Akakpo:

As the 19th President of Kentucky State University, I am delighted to announce our transformative partnership with Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems (KCTCS). This collaboration represents a significant step towards enhancing educational opportunities and workforce development throughout Kentucky.

We are thrilled about this partnership, underlining our commitment to educational accessibility and student success. This collaboration expands educational access for students, providing diverse programs and seamless transitions between KCTCS and KSU. These pathways create a bridge for community college students to smoothly transition to KSU for their baccalaureate degrees.

One of the key features of this partnership is the assurance of credits earned by KCTCS students counting towards their major at KSU. We offer a unique guarantee, ensuring that KCTCS students transferring to KSU in approved paths won't face obstacles in earning their baccalaureate degrees.

We are committed to ongoing development and the creation of additional pathways, enriching the educational landscape for students. This partnership also offers scholarship opportunities, encouraging academic excellence and recognizing outstanding achievements.

This agreement is a testament to our commitment to providing quality education and workforce development opportunities for the people of Kentucky. It reflects our dedication to enhancing the future of our students and the prosperity of our state.

Kentucky State University is excited about this partnership and looks forward to welcoming KCTCS students into our academic community. Together, we will shape the future of education for the better.

For more information, please visit https://www.kysu.edu/student-success-and-retention/breds-office/kctcs-transfer-partnership-program.php