Collaborations With Other Colleges
Wesleyan collaborates with other universities and institutions that allow students to pursue undergraduate degrees at NCWU and the opportunity to transition seamlessly into programs that provide advanced degrees, graduate studies or certifications. These post-graduate collaborations can speed up graduation and save students money. Explore these individual program opportunities below.
Post Graduate Alliances & Partners
Slippery Rock University
The NC Wesleyan Exercise Science Program has partnered with Slippery Rock University to offer options that will allow our students the opportunity to transition seamlessly into the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at SRU. This athletic training program provides rigorous academic curricula and a superior hands-on, patient-centered clinical experience.
Masters of Divinity and Masters of Christian Practice with Duke Divinity School
The Duke Divinity School (DDS) partnership offers NCWU students an accelerated pathway to pastoral leadership. This agreement allows NC Wesleyan students to dual enroll at both institutions during their junior and senior years and provides a pathway for undergraduate students to begin graduate-level study at Duke that is eligible to apply toward completion of requirements for the Hybrid Master of Divinity (MDiv-H) or Master of Arts in Christian Practice (MACP) degree.
Although the Accelerated Program is designed to accommodate a wide range of undergraduate backgrounds, students with majors in the humanities, especially Religious Studies, will be best prepared. NC Wesleyan students will be able to matriculate to Duke Divinity School immediately following the conferral of their baccalaureate degree.
Master of Occupational Therapy with Pfeiffer University
Pfeiffer University and North Carolina Wesleyan University have established a preferred admissions program with Pfeiffer University whereby qualified NCWU graduates may apply to their MS in Occupational Therapy program.
Pfeiffer will guarantee a number of spots for such qualified NCWU graduates who meet eligibility criteria. This agreement offers preferential consideration for admission, streamlining the transition for qualified students into Pfeiffer’s accredited, OT program.
For more information, contact mwyatt@ncwu.edu.
NCWU's Master of Public Health (MPH)- For Pfeiffer University Students
Pfeiffer University and North Carolina Wesleyan University have established a pathway for students pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. Beginning with the August 2026 cohort, two seats in NCWU’s MPH program will be reserved for exceptional Pfeiffer graduates who meet eligibility criteria. This agreement offers preferential consideration for admission, streamlining the transition for qualified students into NCWU’s accredited, flexible MPH program, which includes concentrations in Physical Activity and Health or Social Epidemiology. Students may choose between an accelerated 15-month track or a more flexible 27-month option designed for working professionals.
Application Process
To apply through this agreement, Pfeiffer students must notify NCWU’s MPH Program Director of their intent by December 15 of the year prior to enrollment and submit a formal application by March 1. Both institutions are accredited by SACSCOC, and this collaboration reflects their shared commitment to advancing public health education and community well-being.
Interested in partnering with NCWU to offer post-graduate opportunities to NCWU students? Contact Molly Wyatt @ mwyatt@ncwu.edu.
