SOUND LIKE EAGLE VOYAGE IS FOR YOU? Apply today with our convenient online application.

Admission Deadlines Admission Term Deadline

Fall July 15

Spring November 15

Summer June 1

TRANSFER APPLICANT INSTRUCTION CHECKLIST

Complete our online application at nccuonline.nccu.edu

Pay application fee - $50

Order official transcript from all colleges/universities attended or are currently attending, and send directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Mail official transcripts to: North Carolina Central University

Division of Extended StudiesRoom 2051

H.M. Michaux Education Building712 Cecil Street

Durham, NC 27707 FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact the Division of Extended Studies for assistance with your application at: 919.452.9406

or email eaglevoyage@nccu.edu

Eagle Voyage is an educational partnership between North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and Vance-Granville Community College. The partnership provides a pathway for students to move seamlessly from an associates degree into a bachelors degree program. VGCC provides classroom space and technology support, and NCCU provides a two-year course of study leading to a bachelors degree.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

CONVENIENCE. QUALITY. AFFORDABILITY.With a degree from NCCU, you are not only investing in your career, you are investing in your future. A top-ranked degree from a reputable institution opens doors to inspiring career opportunities.

At North Carolina Central University, we believe education has no boundaries. Our hybrid and online programs offer the same quality and engaging learning experience as our classroom programs, but with the flexibility and convenience to fit your schedule. As part of the University of North Carolina system, NCCU offers affordable degree programs designed to fit your busy schedule.

EAGLE VOYAGE DEGREE PROGRAMSCriminal Justice Early Childhood EducationChild Development and Family Relations

Interested in Learning More?Email: eaglevoyage@nccu.eduCall Us: 919.452.9406 or 252.738.3455Online: nccuonline.nccu.edu

To schedule an in-person meeting with the NCCU Transfer Academic Advisor on the VGCC main campus, visit Building 7 Room 7111

An Educational Partnership | A Seamless Transition YOUR EDUCATION HAS NO BOUNDARIESEARN YOUR DEGREE WITH THE CONVENIENCE OF CLASSES ON THE VGCC MAIN CAMPUS

Participation in the Program:The program has been designed for students who have completed an Associates degrees in Arts, Science or Applied Science.

Admissions:Eagle Voyage students will complete an NCCU admissions application. Upon acceptance, students will be considered NCCU students.

Tuition Cost: Students will pay the Distance Education tuition rate, which is significantly lower than the rate for on-campus students.

Financial Aid:Students are eligible to apply for financial aid through the NCCU Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.

Degree Completion: The Eagle Voyage format and course sequence will allow students to complete their degree at an accelerated rate.

Course Format:Students will complete courses in a hybrid or fully online format. Hybrid courses are taught in 8-week sessions, utilizing both face-to-face instruction along with an online learning management system. Fully online courses are taught in 4, 8 and 16-weeks with no face-to-face component.

Class Meetings:Eagle Voyage meets once or twice a week, depending on the program.

Faculty:All courses will be taught by NCCU faculty.

Advising:A Transfer Academic Advisor is housed on-site on the VGCC main campus.

Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

5 EASY STEPS TO APPLY

1 Apply for Federal Student Aid ID (FAFSA ID) at https://fsaid.edu.gov

2 File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

3 Indicate North Carolina Central University school code of 002950

4 Electronically transfer Federal tax data utilizing the IRA Data Retrieval Tool

5 Apply for university and external scholarships at www.nccu.edu/scholarship

Vance-GranvilleCommunity College

NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY & VANCE-GRANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

AN EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

The mission of the Department of Criminal Justice is to prepare students to become leaders, outstanding practitioners, scholars, and advocates for social justice in a diverse and global society. Curriculum and practice experiences challenge students to become critical and analytical consumers of information, advocates for social justice, and promote the administration of justice, crime prevention, and crime control in a diverse and global society. The curriculum through both classroom and field experience is designed to provide students with a familiarity of the criminal justice system, the theories underlying criminal behavior, and the research methodology required to analyze current criminal justice issues.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

SUPPORT TO HELP YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAYYour online education from NCCU doesn’t stop at our nationally racked academic programs. We provide all the support you need to be successful and graduate a leader in your field.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (Birth-Kindergarten)

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education provides an opportunity to apply for a North Carolina teaching license. This program prepares students to work professionally with children ages birth through kindergarten who are both typically developing and those at- risk for or diagnosed with a disability. Students in this field of study learn about the foundations and theories related to child development and become proficient at creating learning environments that foster children’s development, selecting materials and implementing pedagogy that embraces best practices, incorporating technology into the curriculum, creating anti-biased and multicultural classroom environments, and involving families in their children’s education.

Along with the coursework, students must meet several requirements and competencies for the teaching license as specified by the Department of Human Sciences, the School of Education and the Department of Public Instruction.

• Directed teaching experience in an accredited agency • A minimum grade of “C” in all required courses• Maintaining a 2.7-grade point average• Passing of the Praxis Core for Educators, formerly known as Praxis I

The National Council accredits the program for Accreditation of Teacher Education and approved by the NC Department of Public Instruction.

Private and Public Preschool and Kindergarten Settings

Head Start Programs

Childcare Centers

Home-based Early Intervention Services

Child Care Resources and Referral Agencies

High-Quality Early Childhood Education Programs

University-Based Education Programs

Courses: Hybrid and fully onlineDegree: BS in Early Childhood Education

Max Transferable Credit Hours: 64Credits Needed to Graduate: 120

Courses: Hybrid and fully onlineDegree: Bachelor of ScienceConcentrations: Law Enforcement, Homeland Security and Corrections

Max Transferable Credit Hours: 64Credits Needed to graduate: 120

State and Federal law enforcement

State and Federal corrections

Emergency Management

Risk Management

Private Security

Homeland Security

Customs and Immigration

Work in the Court system

HUMAN SCIENCESConcentration: Child Development and Family Relations

Child Development and Family Relations (CDFR) is the largest concentration area within the Department of Human Sciences. The CDFR curriculum focuses on human development across the lifespan. A diverse and interdisciplinary approach to learning exposes students to current trends and knowledge used in working with children and families. Students gain applied experience in the field through our practicum course offering. This program of study prepares students to work effectively with individuals and families in a variety of contexts. Many of our students go on to pursue graduate degrees in Human Development and Family Studies or other related areas such as Psychology, and Social Work.

PROGRAM SUMMARY Courses: Hybrid and fully onlineDegree: Bachelor of Science Human SciencesConcentrations: Child Development and Family Relations

Max Transferable Credit Hours: 64Credits Needed to graduate: 120

ONLINE LEARNING 101

An introduction to learning online to help you understand what it means to be an online student and to be successful in the online environment.

LIBRARY SERVICES

Whether you want to reserve materials, access our virtual computer lab, or get research assistance, you can do it all online via the James E. Shepard Memorial Library.

STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES

We are an institution that cares about our community and a community that cares about each other. If you or someone you know needs extra support. If you or someone you know needs extra support, we’re here for you. We make opportunities available for all students, including ADA accommodations and services

UPSWING ONLINE TUTORING

Need help with math, biology, statistics or another subject? Online tutoring resources are available.

CAREER SERVICES

An inspiring career isn’t just a job; it’s the culmination of your interests, skills, values, personality, and educational experiences. Discover your ideal career, then land an enviable job with help from NCCU Career Services including online personality and career assessment, hands-on counseling and access to NCCU-exclusive internships, jobs and service learning opportunities.

VETERANS CENTER

Seeking a job or career change? NCCU is recognized by G.I. Jobs as a Military Friendly School and provides hands-on assistance to make your transition from military to college life or a new career and successful.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONCONTACT919.452.9406

Family Child Care Coordinator

Preschool Teacher or Manager

Family Program Director

Family Life Educator

Human Services

Public Health

Social Work

Early Intervention Coordinator

Education Director

Community Development & Outreach