University Partnership

Earning your bachelor’s degree makes you more competitive in the job market, boosts your earning power, and opens up more career opportunities. At LCCC, you can earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree close to home and at a fraction of the cost. Through our University Partnership, you get a quality education that, when combined with your LCCC coursework, is the best value in higher education. LCCC partners with 14 colleges and universities, delivering more than 100 bachelor’s and master’s degrees – saving an average of $74,000.
Our Partners and Programs
How to Get Started
Admission, registration, financial aid and payment for courses/programs offered at Lorain County Community College through the University Partnership differ with each institution. Students interested in a specific program should schedule an appointment to meet with the advisor for the program.
Check the UPcoming Events list for the schedule of events hosted by the UP or our UP partners with transfer opportunities and academic program information. Get involved!
2+2 and 3+1 Programs
Many University Partnership programs let you take up to three years of course work at LCCC and then finish upper-level courses through the partner institution. These programs are called 3+1 programs. Other programs require you to follow more traditional route, completing the first two years at LCCC and then moving on to the partner courses. These are called 2+2 programs.
Our LCCC academic advisors and transfer coordinator are here to help you choose the program type that best fits your academic goals. The UP advisors and transfer coordinator can assist you in making academic decisions with flexibility in mind, so you can balance work, family, or personal obligations while pursuing your goals.
University Partnership Programs and Degrees
How can the UP help me in my transfer and academic goals?
Transferring to most four-year institutions requires students to be transfer-ready before applying for admission. The UP can help you establish transfer goals and navigate transfer timelines so when it is time to apply and transfer, you will be ready. We will also help you connect with instructors who can help you with future academics, internships, and career goals.
The UP has a wealth of resources including:
- Application assistance
- Assistance with Transfer Application Essays and Scholarship Application Essays through the LCCC Writing Center
- Transfer pathways and partnerships exploration
- Information about schools, programs and scholarships
- Connections to staff and faculty at four-year schools
- General transfer planning assistance
- Transfer Prep Guide
- Transfer fairs and events
- Tours of LCCC and four-year institutions
- Access to computer labs
- Transcript requests through the Transcript Center
Will your classes transfer?
Online tools like Transferology can help give you an idea. This nation-wide network lets you explore college transfer options. Always work with an advisor at LCCC or your future destination for full academic planning.
UP scholarships are available for Spring and Summer
The LCCC Foundation SOAR Scholarship Award
Academic Support
Do you need help with your writing? The LCCC Writing Center is staffed with English Success Coaches who can assist you at any stage of the writing process, from planning to drafting and revision. Schedule your appointment using Accudemia, or you can contact Tutoring via phone, (440) 366-4057, or via email, tutoringcenter@lorainccc.edu.
Support Services
As a college student, you face challenges outside of the classroom, and these challenges can sometimes make academic success difficult. We offer many support services to help you deal with important issues and to provide greater opportunity for your academic success. LCCC’s Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) can connect you with help and resources to help you stay on track. Support services include:
- Career Services
- Commodore Cupboard (food insecurity)
- Commodore Career Closet (clothing for work or interviews)
- Children’s Learning Center (childcare)
- Personal Counseling
Emergency Aid for University Partnership Students
As a University Partnership student, you may be eligible for emergency aid from your partner university. Visit the links below to explore emergency aid opportunities provided by our partners.