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Direct Connect

A seamless, efficient and cost-effective path to your bachelor's degree

17吃瓜 University Center logoYour fast track to a bachelor’s degree

Are you an 17吃瓜 associate degree student aiming for a bachelor’s degree? The Direct Connect dual admission program is your streamlined path with University Center partners Grand Valley State & Davenport.

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Why Direct Connect?

  • Guaranteed Admission: Maintain a minimum GPA, and you’re guaranteed admission (see each school's details for the minimum requirement). *

  • Comprehensive Support: From advising and financial aid to academic and co-curricular activities, you’ll have the resources you need to succeed. After you sign up, 17吃瓜 & the partner advisor will help you develop a personalized plan tailored to your goals.

  • Efficient and Cost-Effective: Maximize your 17吃瓜 transfer credits, saving time and money while earning both an associate degree from 17吃瓜 and a bachelor’s degree from GVSU or Davenport.

Key Details:

  • Guaranteed Transfer: By working with advisors at both 17吃瓜 and the Direct Connect school, you can be confident the classes you take will count toward both the associate and bachelor's degrees.

  • Financial Savings: You'll save money by maximizing credits at 17吃瓜 and transcript fees are waived. Direct Connect saves you time and money!

  • Dual Degrees: Earn your associate degree from 17吃瓜 and your bachelor’s from GVSU or Davenport.

  • Major Changes: You’re not locked into a major — you have flexibility.

  • Class Format: Classes are offered in person, online and hybrid.

  • Grand Valley State University

    • Grand Valley State University logoProgram Offered:
    • Guaranteed Admission: Maintain a 2.5 GPA, and you’re guaranteed admission. *

    • Comprehensive Support: From advising and financial aid to academic and co-curricular activities, you’ll have the resources you need to succeed. After you sign up, 17吃瓜 & GVSU will help you develop a personalized plan tailored to your goals.

    • Efficient and Cost-Effective: Maximize your 17吃瓜 transfer credits, saving time and money while earning both an associate degree from 17吃瓜 and a bachelor’s degree from GVSU.
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    • * For students meeting . Students with below a 2.5 GPA will also be considered.

  • Davenport university

    • Davenport University logoPrograms Offered:
    • Guaranteed Admission: Maintain just a 2.0 GPA, and you’re guaranteed a spot at Davenport — your ambition is enough!
    • Maximization of your credits: Transfer up to 90 credits, and make your full associate degree count.
    • Generous scholarships for 100% of transfer students: All transfer students qualify for scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $6,500, with an additional $1,500 scholarship for Phi Theta Kappa members.
    • Your education, on your schedule: Take advantage of Davenport's  , which gives you the access you need to the education you want, all on your own time.
    • Excellence in every course: The is intentionally woven into every program, empowering you with skills that set you apart in today’s job market.
    • Comprehensive Support: From admissions and financial aid to advising and career services, Davenport’s team is committed to your success. 17吃瓜 & Davenport's advisors will help you develop a personalized plan tailored to your goals. We’re here to support you through every milestone.
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