WELCOME TO NEXUS

NEXUS PROGRAM(Network for Excellence and Undergraduate Success)

MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITYCOMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY

Congratulations on being selected to participate in the NEXUS Program. This partnership between Morgan State University and the Community College of Baltimore County provides a wonderful opportunity for you to gain entrance into the University after only one or two semesters.

You will take CCBC courses taught by CCBC faculty on the Morgan campus while simultaneously enjoying the full MSU student experience.

CONGRATULATIONS!

How you were selected

What are the benefits of participating

What are your next steps

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

How class selections are determined

What GPA must you earn to transfer to Morgan

How many credits you must earn to transfer

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN, CONT’D

Because this is an exclusive alternative admission program there are a lot of details that apply to you as a NEXUS student that may diff er from being just a CCBC student or just a Morgan student.

Follow this presentation in its entirety. It will help you navigate the process of completing the NEXUS Program.

Let’s get started!

AN EXCLUSIVE PROGRAM

Fall 2012 enrollment: 7,956 students 78% in-state & 22% out-of-state 83% undergraduate & 17% graduate

Founded in 1867 & designated a Carnegie doctoral/research institution – 2005

Academic Programs 44 Undergraduate, 33 Masters, 15 Doctoral

Morgan is Maryland’s Leader in Degrees Awarded to African Americans 2nd – Total Doctoral Degrees 3rd – Total Bachelors Degrees 35% percent of undergraduates go on to

graduate/professional school compared to statewide average of 31%.

Source: Maryland Higher Educat ion Degree Informat ion Systems

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MSU

For over 140 years, Morgan State University has been an important part of the higher education system in Baltimore City, the State of Maryland, and the nation with an enrollment of about 8,000 students from the baccalaureate level through the doctorate.

Nationally, in baccalaureate degrees awarded to African Americans, MSU is 9 th in Engineering, 10 th in Communication/Journalism related fields, 14 th in Hospitality Administration/Management, 15 th in Visual & Performing Arts, and 17 th in Marketing.

On the doctoral level, Morgan ranks nationally as 2nd in Engineering, 9 th in Business/Mgmt/Marketing, and 15 th in Health Professions.

MORE ABOUT MORGAN

Multi campus suburban college in Maryland

Enrolls approximately 71,400 students: 35,498 credit students and 35,902 non-credit students during FY 2011

Offers more than 50 different Associate degrees and more than 100 certificate programs

Enrolls a student population that closely mirrors Baltimore County’s rich diversity

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CCBC

Our partner in NEXUS, the Community College of Baltimore County CCBC has three main campuses and three satellite campuses throughout Baltimore County.

With an enrollment of over 71,000, CCBC is the largest community college in Maryland. CCBC has been designated as one of only 12 Vanguard Learning Colleges in the United States and Canada, a model for every community college in North America.

In addition, CCBC has been recognized for its degree completion agenda – graduating over 23,000 students through the various degree, transfer, certificate, and certification programs provided in 2012.

MORE ABOUT CCBC

NEXUS students take CCBC courses taught by CCBC faculty on the MSU campus

They may opt to live in MSU’s residence halls and receive the same support services as MSU students

After successful completion of the program, NEXUS Program students may enroll at Morgan State University and transfer their non-remedial CCBC credits to MSU

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NEXUS

NEXUS is a great opportunity for the student that has always dreamed of attending MSU but needs a little assistance in achieving that dream.

Traditionally for a student to transfer to MSU they must have a total of 24 college credits and a 2.0 GPA. With NEXUS, students have an opportunity to transfer with less credits and with some billable hours.

LEARN, GROW, FLY

Only students meeting the exclusive eligibility criteria are invited to participate.

Course selection for NEXUS is determined by the results of the Accuplacer placement test. Due to the results of the Accuplacer, some students may need to take developmental education courses in preparation for collegiate level courses.

In addition to college preparation courses, CCBC off ers a selection of credit courses that will transfer to MSU. Students must meet all prerequisites before being placed in a credit course.

Students must pay for developmental courses but these courses do not go towards a student’s degree and are not transferable; HOWEVER, for the NEXUS program only, these courses serve to strengthen the transfer application.

COURSE SELECTIONS

Classes offered in 2014-2015

Developmental MathDevelopmental EnglishDevelopmental ReadingSociologyHealthSpeechEnglish

ABOUT NEXUS

YOU HAVE RECEIVED YOUR INVITATION.

NOW WHAT?

Students selected for the NEXUS program, will receive a Participation Agreement letter in the mail during the spring.

Sign and return this agreement along with the non-refundable $75 participation fee to the MSU Transfer Center no later than June 2, 2014.

All students are required to submit the NEXUS participation agreement and a non-refundable participation fee by the June 2 nd deadline to ensure their acceptance into NEXUS. Late applications may not be accepted.

STEP 1: COMPLETE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT AND SUBMIT FEE

Students and parents will have an opportunity to meet the Program Coordinators and ask questions about the program.

Financial aid representatives will be able to answer any questions related to covering the cost of attendance.

We encourage all students, along with their parents, to attend a NEXUS information session. There are three information sessions hosted during the spring to allow you to meet the NEXUS coordinators, to ask questions about the program, to inquire about the cost of attendance, and to meet with fi nancial aid experts on how to cover the cost of college attendance.

Upcoming information session dates April 23, 2014, at 6 pm, MSU Student Center 212A May 7, 2014, at 6 pm, MSU Student Center 212A May 28, 2014, at 6 pm, MSU Student Center 212A

STEP 2: INFORMATION SESSION

All financial aid for the NEXUS program will be administered by CCBC. Financial aid is FIRST applied to the CCBC tuition

bill Any additional funds must be used to cover the

MSU bill

You will be responsible for any charges at CCBC and at MSU not covered by financial aid

You must have all financial aid in place or payment arrangements with both institutions completed by August 1 to remain in the program

STEP 3: COMPLETE THE FAFSA

All financial aid is administered through CCBC so when completing the FAFSA make sure that you include CCBC, in addition to MSU, on your form.

Any private scholarships must also be directed to CCBC. If they are sent to MSU they will be returned.

It is imperative that you submit all requested documentation by July 15 to give the CCBC financial aid offi ce time to create your financial aid package.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON FINANCIAL AID

All students will be required to take the Accuplacer

Your performance on the Accuplacer will dictate which courses you will take in NEXUS

Contact the CCBC NEXUS Coordinator to schedule your test or if you are ready to register, CLICK HERE

If you live more than 20 miles away from MSU, contact the CCBC NEXUS Coordinator to schedule a test closer to home

Testing must be completed by July 11

STEP 4: REGISTER FOR PLACEMENT TESTING

You will have two student IDsMSU Student IDCCBC Student ID

It is imperative that you activate both your MSU ID and CCBC ID. Valuable information will be communicated via email from each institution that can be found only on your offi cial MSU and CCBC accounts.

STEP 5: ACTIVATE YOUR STUDENT ID

Your MSU Student ID is your offi cial computer and email account. Morgan will use this account to contact you about important business, so it is imperative you activate it immediately. Once activated, you will use MSU’s WebSIS portal to view your fi nancials as they relate to University fees and housing costs, offi cial Morgan e-mail, and University announcements.

Your CCBC Student ID provides your offi cial CCBC computer and

email account. The college will use this account to contact you about important business, so it is imperative you activate it immediately. Once activated, you will use CCBC’s SIMON portal to view your class schedule, review your CCBC tuition costs, and see your fi nancial aid eligibility.

It is imperative that you activate both your MSU ID and

CCBC ID and read your e-mail daily. Valuable information will be communicated via email from each institution that can be found only on your offi cial MSU and CCBC accounts.

ACTIVATE IMMEDIATELY!

As a new student in the NEXUS program, you are eligible to apply for on-campus housing at Morgan State University. To reserve your space, submit an online MSU Housing application (site will open and available beginning March 3, 2014).

Contact the MSU NEXUS Coordinator for more information.

STEP 6: RESERVE YOUR MSU HOUSING

Although staying on campus is not required, you have the unique opportunity to live on campus if you prefer. Living on campus will allow you to become further immersed in the MSU community.

You must submit your Participation Agreement and $75 fee and obtain your Student ID Number in order to complete the online MSU Housing application.

Most important, you must contact the MSU NEXUS Coordinator once you have applied for further instructions. Once the application has been accepted, you will be notifi ed of your ability to electronically select your room and meal plan.

You will not receive an offi cial confi rmation of your room assign-ment until you have paid at least 80% of your room and board fees (due no later than July 1, 2014) and have made satisfactory fi nan-cial arrangements for the remaining 20% of the bill (see the MSU NEXUS Coordinator concerning fi nancial arrangements).

Assignments are made on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis.

MORE ON HOUSING

Submit health care forms to the Transfer Center NEXUS Coordinator by July 1Health Entrance Certificate, Meningococcal Vaccine Requirement, and Meningococcal Vaccine Waiver

Complete and send to the Morgan NEXUS Coordinator the Health Entrance Certificate and vaccination forms you will receive in your NEXUS Program Welcome packet.

STEP 7: SUBMIT STUDENT HEALTH CARE FORMS

ACCESS Orientation is a four-day campus experience for new fi rst-time students. You will be oriented to the various aspects of university

life. The non- refundable fee of $225 covers the cost of

housing, all meals, placement testing, and a Bear Necessity Card.

ACCESS Orientation is mandatory and students truly value the experience. You will learn how to best transition from high school to university life, get to know the MSU campus, make new friends, and get a jump start on your academic career.

ACCESS Orientation for NEXUS will take place July 13 - 16

STEP 8: REGISTER FOR ACCESS ORIENTATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

General Questions?

If you have any questions throughout this process, please do not hesitate to contact us! We understand this is a complex process. The NEXUS team on both campuses is ready and willing to answer any questions you may have.

If you have general questions about the program, you are always welcome to contact the Morgan State University Transfer Center or the NEXUS Program coordinators on either the CCBC or MSU campuses.

General Questions?

Transfer Center at Morgan State University(443) 885-3711transferctr@morgan.edu

Stacey TysonNEXUS Program Coordinator – MSU(443) 885-3765stacey.tyson@morgan.edu

Johari A. BarnesNEXUS Program Coordinator - CCBC(443) 840-2102jbarnes3@ccbcmd.edu

BEST OF LUCK!

Hopefully this presentation was informative and helpful!

We wish you the best of luck and can’t wait to see you in the

NEXUS Program!