Seamless Transfer Opportunities at Presbyterian College
PC offers structured transfer pathways for students from partner institutions, facilitating a smooth transition to complete a bachelor’s degree. Agreements with Midlands Technical College and Piedmont Technical College provide benefits such as guaranteed admission, transfer scholarships, and dedicated support services. These partnerships are designed to help students achieve their academic goals efficiently and affordably.
From MTC to PC: Earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Presbyterian College is excited to offer Midlands Technical College students a pathway to earn their bachelor’s degree in psychology at our nationally-ranked institution.
MTC students who graduate with an associate’s degree with concentrations in applied psychology, biological psychology, or forensic psychology from Midlands Tech and have a minimum 2.5 GPA can transfer to PC to earn a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in just two years.
MTC psychology students who meet PC’s admissions requirements receive exclusive benefits:
- Guaranteed Admission
- Minimum $10,000 scholarship; however, transfer merit-based scholarships are available up to $25,000
- PTK members receive an additional $2,000
Transfer Credits
MTC students can transfer up to 68 credit hours from Midlands Technical College. Sixty-one of the credits must be earned in the curriculum of the Associate of Arts in Applied, Biological, or Forensic Psychology degree. Courses will transfer as described in the Course Equivalency Chart.
- Students must earn a grade of C- or higher for any course to transfer to PC.
- Students may transfer in an additional 6 semester hours of credit that may be earned at another institution.
- Student must complete additional hours at PC to earn a total of 122 hours for the Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Psychology and English majors Sarah Smathers ’24 and Sophie Sullinger ’24 presented their research on narcissistic subtypes and parasocial relationships at the 2023 International Convention of Psychological Science in Brussels. Their work, guided by associate professor Stephanie Freis, explored the under-researched area of how individuals with narcissistic traits form connections with fictional TV characters.
Why PC?
Psychology students at PC often showcase their research at conferences ranging from local to international levels. PC graduates consistently gain admission to prestigious graduate programs, advancing their careers in the field of psychology. Psychology majors at PC gain valuable, real-world experience through research and internships in a wide array of career paths such as hippotherapy, drug rehabilitation, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, school psychology, and many others.
LAURENS COUNTY TRANSFER PROMISE
The Laurens County Transfer Promise Scholarship allows Laurens County (S.C.) students who have completed two years of coursework at Piedmont Technical College the opportunity to transfer to PC and earn their bachelor’s degree tuition-free. This exclusive scholarship is made possible by a partnership between Presbyterian College and Piedmont Technical College.
If you qualify, PC will offer you full tuition for your third and fourth year of undergraduate study as you complete your bachelor’s degree. You must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress to receive free tuition in year four, which means you must earn a minimum 2.00 GPA and pass 67% of the courses you attempt. PC’s commitment is to provide students with full tuition and fees as they complete their bachelor’s degree, including all applicable federal and state financial assistance for which students qualify. The Laurens County Transfer Promise Scholarship is last dollar up to tuition and fees.
Eligibility requirements:
- You must reside in Laurens County (S.C.).
- You must have completed two years of coursework at Piedmont Technical College with a minimum of 60 credit hours. These hours may include Middle College and dual-enrollment courses.
- Your cumulative GPA must be 3.0.
- You must complete the FAFSA.
How to Apply to PC
When applying to transfer to Presbyterian College, follow these steps:
1. Submit a PC Application
2. Request Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts from Midlands Technical College and any other college or university you have attended.
3. Fill out THE FAFSA
To receive the maximum financial aid, file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); use PC’s FAFSA code 003445.