Education Transfer Compacts

What are the Education Transfer Compacts?

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Transfer Compact and the Elementary Education (EE) Transfer Compact are statewide agreements that help students move from a community college to a Massachusetts state university to complete a bachelor’s degree. They are designed for students pursuing teacher licensure and ensure that your coursework aligns with four-year programs, making your transfer smoother and more efficient.

Who is eligible?

Students enrolled in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education transfer programs at NSCC may be eligible for the compact. To take full advantage of the agreement, students typically need to complete their associate degree and meet program requirements, such as maintaining a strong GPA and following the recommended course pathway for transfer into a licensure program.

Next steps

Start by meeting with an academic advisor to confirm your eligibility and map out your transfer plan. Then, explore participating universities and programs, stay on track with your coursework, and prepare your transfer application. Planning early ensures you meet requirements and deadlines for a smooth transition to your bachelor’s degree.

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List of Education Transfer Compacts (ECE/EE)

Bridgewater State

• Early Childhood Development to all majors except Accounting and Finance; Aviation Science; Computer Science; Criminal Justice; Health Education; Management Science; and Social Work

• Elementary Education Transfer Program to all majors except Accounting and Finance; Aviation Science; Computer Science; Criminal Justice; Health Education; Management Science and Social Work

Fitchburg State

• Early Childhood Development to Early Childhood Education

• Elementary Education Transfer Program to Elementary Education

Framingham State

• Early Childhood Development to B.S. in Education (Early Childhood Education)

• Elementary Education Transfer Program to B.S. in Education (Elementary Education)

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

• Early Childhood Development to B.S. Education; Early Childhood Licensure

• Elementary Education Transfer Program to Bachelors of Science, Education; Elementary Education Licensure

Salem State

• Early Childhood Development to B.S. in Education

• Elementary Education Transfer Program to B.S. in Education

Worcester State

• Early Childhood Development to Early Childhood Education