Gov. Kemp Announces TCSG, Mercer Transfer Agreements

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and Mercer University have signed new transfer agreements designed to create seamless pathways for technical college students to earn bachelor’s degrees, further reducing barriers to completion and strengthening Georgia’s workforce pipeline. Known as articulation agreements, this partnership allows graduates from any of TCSG’s 22 colleges to transfer into Mercer University’s Bachelor of Business Administration programs in Accounting, Business Technology, Human Resource Management, and Management. The agreements also establish a clear pathway for graduates of TCSG’s Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) programs to transfer into Mercer’s Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program.

“As businesses again and again choose Georgia and bring with them historic jobs and investment, we’re focused on making sure our workforce is up to the challenge and ready to take advantage of those opportunities,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “This agreement between TCSG and Mercer University is another great example of how we’re ensuring Georgians have access to the skills they need to be successful in a wide range of growing industries. I want to thank Commissioner Dozier, President Elkins, and their teams for this meaningful partnership that will benefit Georgia students for generations to come.”

Today’s announcements add to the growing list of four previous articulation agreements between TCSG and the University System of Georgia in the fields of nursing, teaching, cybersecurity, and accounting. Each of these pathways are structured to minimize the loss of academic credit and prevent unnecessary duplication of coursework, saving students both time and money while accelerating their progress toward a four-year degree.

“This partnership with Mercer University reflects our commitment to meeting students where they are and supporting them every step of the way toward meaningful careers,” said TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier. “It also directly supports Governor Kemp’s vision for Georgia to be the Top State for Talent by ensuring our workforce has access to clear, affordable pathways from technical education to bachelor’s degrees in high-demand fields.”

“Technical college students bring strong academic preparation, real-world experience, and a deep commitment to their communities,” said Dr. Penny L. Elkins, President of Mercer University. “By partnering with TCSG, we are helping advance Georgia’s goal of being the Top State for Talent while providing students with an efficient and affordable route to Mercer bachelor’s degrees in business and nursing.”

Through initiatives like Top State for Talent, Georgia continues to align education, training, and economic development efforts to ensure students have the opportunity to build long-term careers without leaving the state and employers who invest in Georgia can find the skilled workers they need. The new agreements support Georgia’s broader workforce development strategy by expanding access to advanced credentials in industries critical to the state’s economic growth, including healthcare, technology, and management.

For more information, visit www.tcsg.edu and www.mercer.edu.