(Delaware and Chester Counties, PA)—Delaware County Community College and Penn State Brandywine leaders have signed an articulation agreement that will allow qualified graduates of the community college to seamlessly transfer to nearby Penn State Brandywine. The transfer agreement provides a pathway for students who have successfully completed an associate degree program in specific disciplines and majors at DCCC to transition to a parallel baccalaureate degree program at Penn State Brandywine.

DCCC President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin said the agreement will help open doors, build confidence and help students envision a future they may not have thought possible.

“By working together, our two institutions are making it easier for students to see what’s possible and understand how to get there,” Cronin said. “We’re creating stronger connections between our colleges, helping students navigate their next steps and expanding access to opportunities that can transform their lives.”

Penn State Brandywine Regional Chancellor Dr. Marilyn J. Wells highlighted the long partnership between the two institutions and noted that both would be celebrating their 60th anniversary in 2027.

“For nearly six decades, our two institutions of higher learning have had a close working relationship that has provided varied and valuable opportunities for those pursuing higher education,” she said. “I have watched our collective efforts to provide meaningful opportunities to students in Delaware County and beyond continue to thrive and expand—all to the benefit of our students.”

Delaware County Council member Joanne Phillips emphasized the importance of partnerships that provide critical services for residents.

“Two of Delaware County’s most important educational institutions are partnering to better our community and our county’s workforce and create a more prepared next generation,” she said, adding the agreement “reflects new opportunities for students to further their academic journeys.” 

Catherine Adewumi, who earned an associate degree in Psychology from DCCC in 2023 and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Penn State Brandywine in 2026, spoke about the support she received from both institutions.

“My experience at both Delaware County Community College and Penn State Brandywine showed me what is possible when institutions are truly committed to student success,” she said. “Together, they provided me with an affordable, high-quality education, a supportive community and a pathway toward achieving my goals.”

The agreement applies to the following academic programs at Penn State Brandywine: bachelor of science degrees in biology, business, human development and family studies, psychology, and project and supply chain management and the bachelor of arts degree in English.  DCCC students who graduate with an associate in science in business administration, psychology or science for health professions or an associate in arts in English and have a minimum grade-point average of 2.0 are eligible. Penn State Brandywine’s application fee will be waived.

Wells noted the significance of the signing ceremony taking place during National Transfer Student Week, which is organized by the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students and celebrates transfer students and the faculty, staff and advisors who support them.

Additional details are available by visiting dccc.edu/transfer and brandywine.psu.edu/dccc.

Photo caption: (L to R) DCCC president Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, Catherine Adewumi; Delaware County Council member Joanne Phillips; Penn State Brandywine Regional Chancellor Dr. Marilyn J. Wells.