UT Southern & Columbia State Sign Transfer Agreement

The University of Tennessee Southern and Columbia State Community College recently 
signed co-admission and transfer agreements designed to strengthen educational pathways 
and expand opportunities or students seeking to continue their academic journey at UT Southern.

The agreements create a more seamless transition for Columbia State students pursuing bachelor’s 
degrees while reinforcing a shared commitment to student success, workforce development, and 
regional collaboration across Southern Middle Tennessee and Northern Alabama.

Through the co-admission partnership, eligible students will receive coordinated
advising and degree planning support from both institutions, helping them navigate a
clearly defined pathway from associate degree completion to enrollment at UT
Southern. 

Students participating in the program are guaranteed admission to UT
Southern upon completion of their degree at Columbia State, provided they meet
program requirements.

In addition to the student-focused agreements, the institutions also signed a
Memorandum of Understanding to expand professional development opportunities for
employees of both institutions. 

The agreements were developed collaboratively by leaders from both institutions
following months of planning and coordination focused on improving student access,
transfer experience, and educational opportunity throughout the region.