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Earn Your Associate in Arts Degree in Just One Year! 

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Beaufort County Community College is now accepting applications for a pilot program that allows students to complete a university transfer degree in just 10 months. The accelerated Associate in Arts program is fully online and designed for students who are ready to move quickly and stay committed.


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A Fast, Focused Path to a Four-Year Degree

Program Highlights

  • 10-Month Completion: Finish a degree that typically takes two years in less than one.

  • Structured Cohort Model: Progress through five- and eight-week courses with the same group of students.

  • 100% Online: Designed for flexibility, ideal for independent and motivated learners.

  • Affordable: Eligible students may qualify for the Beaufort Promise Scholarship or the statewide Next NC Scholarship, covering full tuition and fees.

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Is This Program Right for You?

This program is a good fit if you:

  • Are a recent high school graduate with strong academic skills

  • Have already earned some college credit through AP or dual enrollment

  • Want to save time and money before transferring to a four-year university

  • Can commit to a rigorous, full-time online schedule

  • Prefer a structured, goal-driven academic environment

Faster to a Degree for Free

There are no small parts here! We're looking for driven, creative, and collaborative people to shape the future of of our state. We can cover tuition and fees for qualifying students with the Beaufort Promise Scholarship.

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Beaufort Promise Scholarship

The Beaufort Promise Scholarship lets you earn a degree or workforce credential at Beaufort County Community College with no tuition or fees. Whether you're coming straight from high school, returning to college, or changing careers, the Beaufort Promise helps you start your journey without the financial burden. This is money you do not need to pay back

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What You’ll Gain

  • A completed Associate in Arts degree

  • Transferable general education credits to UNC System schools and other universities

  • A strong academic foundation for a bachelor’s degree

  • The pride of finishing fast and finishing strong

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Admissions Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Academic qualifications to succeed in an accelerated college program

  • Residency may determine scholarship eligibility

Beaufort County Community College

5337 US-264
Washington, NC 27889

admissions@beaufortccc.edu

Phone: 252-940-6237


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