MOBILE, Ala. – A new memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Bishop State Community College and Tuskegee University will provide a seamless pathway for Bishop State students to transfer associate degree credits toward a bachelor’s degree at Tuskegee University.

The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the Gene Haas Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology on the Downtown Campus.

The MOU establishes a partnership that will create a collaborative transfer process for Bishop State students to transfer to Tuskegee University, ensuring a smooth transition for those pursuing advanced degrees. This collaboration will provide students with greater access to academic resources, scholarships, and mentorship opportunities.

Under the agreement, Bishop State students who earn an Associate of Art or Associate of Science degree, may be eligible for admission to Tuskegee University with up to a maximum of 64 semester hours transferring.

“At Bishop State, our priority is ensuring that our students have every opportunity to succeed,” said Olivier Charles, President of Bishop State Community College.

“Through partnerships such at this, we are sending our students to a place where they already belong,” President Charles said. “We know that when our students walk out of Bishop State’s doors, Tuskegee University will wrap its arms around them, welcoming and supporting them just as we do. This partnership ensures our students have a seamless pathway to continue their education, pursue their dreams, and create lasting change for their families and communities.”

In the MOU, Tuskegee University agrees to award three transfer scholarships for eligible students every Fall. They will also provide currently enrolled Bishop State students access to athletic events, the learning resource center, career services, the transfer mentorship program, along with other resources.

“Tuskegee University is known for solving the world’s most complex problems,” said Dr. Mark A. Brown, President and CEO. “Our graduates are known for their influence and the impact they make on the world. This partnership with Bishop State creates opportunities for students to expand their educational options through the degrees Tuskegee offers and prepares them for their career of choice grounded in the same foundation.”

For more information about the partnership, please contact Dr. Victoria Perry at [email protected] or call 251-405-7088.