08-04-2025
Millikin University, Illinois Central College streamline transfer process
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Millikin University and Illinois Central College (ICC) are teaming up to provide a seamless transfer experience, making it easier for students to complete their four-year degree.
The two institutions have a new partnership in which ICC graduates will automatically be accepted into Millikin, allowing them to complete their bachelor's degree in two years. The agreement will begin in the 2025-2026 school year.
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Millikin said that to qualify for the automatic transfer, ICC students must have completed an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Fine Arts (AFA), Associate in Engineering Science (AES) or Associate in Applied Science (AAS) with a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
'This partnership with Illinois Central College creates a straightforward and accessible route for students to continue their education at Millikin University,' Millikin University Provost Mary Black said. 'By streamlining the often-complicated transfer process, ICC students can transition smoothly while also taking advantage of Millikin's distinctive opportunities, such as Performance Learning and exceptional graduate programs.'
ICC transfer students can complete the following programs in two years at Millikin:
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Accounting
Agribusiness
Applied Statistics
Chemistry
Computer Science
Digital Marketing
History
Nursing (requires three semesters at ICC and five semesters at Millikin)
Political Science
A full list of programs can be found on Millikin's website.
'Illinois Central College is committed to providing students with clear and seamless pathways to further their education and achieve their goals. This partnership with Millikin University creates valuable opportunities for our students to continue their academic journey with confidence,' ICC President Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey said. 'We appreciate Millikin's commitment to supporting transfer students and look forward to seeing our graduates thrive as they take their next steps.'
Students who have met the requirements of the ICC Honors Program will also receive automatic acceptance into the James Millikin Honors Scholars Program.
ICC transfer students will also qualify for scholarships like Millikin Tuition Promise and Big Blue Pledge: Illinois Free Tuition Program.
For more information on the programs available for ICC transfer students, click here.
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