Earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Teacher Education Fields from ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ

Teachers are invaluable, shaping future generations and inspiring a love for learning with their dedication and passion. ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State is here to support your journey to inspiring the next generation. Our partnership with Georgia Highlands College offers a seamless bridge program that transforms your associate degree credits into a direct pathway to a bachelor's degree in teacher education at ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ. This collaboration ensures you have a clear, well-defined route to becoming a teacher, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in the classroom. Connect with us to take the next step toward your future in education.
LINK ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State + Georgia Highlands College Bridge Program.

What Are the Benefits of Choosing the LINK: Georgia Highlands Bridge Program?

Participation in the LINK: Georgia Highlands College (GHC) to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ State University Bridge Program provides you with personalized guidance from GHC and ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Admission Counselors and Academic Advisors who will ensure a seamless transfer process. Once your Georgia Highlands transferable credit hours are completed with a 2.0 or higher GPA* and you are ready to apply to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ, the application fee will be waived and your GHC transcript will be released to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ for free.    

  • Start college experience with smaller class sizes.
  • Save money while taking core classes.
  • Seamless transition process.
  • ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ application fee waived.
  • GHC official transcripts request fee waived.

*Please note, a GPA of 2.5 or higher is required for admission into the ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ teacher education programs.

What Programs Are Included in This Bridge Program?

This LINK Program provides aspiring educators with a streamlined path to teaching through various specialized degree options. Students can choose from programs in Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, or Secondary Education, each designed to equip future teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in various educational settings.

How Does LINK: Georgia Highlands Work?

Students at GHC should notify their advisor of their desire to participate in the LINK: Georgia Highlands bridge program with ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ. The professional academic advising staff at GHC will ensure that students are taking the appropriate coursework to transfer to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ for their desired bachelor’s degree in teacher education. ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ will also offer access to professional advising and student success staff for the transfer process.  

Students are encouraged to complete 30 credit hours at GHC and then apply to ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ as a transfer student.

Students transferring with fewer than 30 transferable credit hours must meet the current ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ freshman admission requirements