April 22 (Jackson, Miss.) - For a fourth consecutive year, Phi Theta Kappa Honor (PTK) Society has nationally recognized Belhaven University for its commitment to transfer students.
Belhaven University is one of 171 colleges and universities in the United States named to PTK's 2022 Transfer Honor Roll. The distinction honors four-year institutions that develop pathways to excellence and success among community college transfer students.
“We are honored to receive such a prestigious accolade that highlights the committed efforts of our staff to assist transfer students,” said Associate Vice President for Enrollment Suzanne Sullivan. “We want our transfers to have the same care and support that our freshmen have and that is why we have an enrollment counselor dedicated to work with students that are transferring from another institution."
Belhaven University was included with other prestigious colleges and universities such as Arizona State University, Dallas Baptist University, Mississippi State University, Rollins College, University of Arizona, and University of Illinois.
“This award is so important because it is based on what students tell us they need from their transfer experience,” said Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner, President and CEO of Phi Theta Kappa. “We are honored to recognize the colleges and universities working exceptionally hard to create stronger pathways to bachelor's degree completion for all students.”
The Transfer Honor Roll is determined by 40 key metrics related to the support and success of transfer students, including college cost and financial aid, campus life for transfer, admission practices, and bachelor's degree completion.
Sullivan adds, “We also offer specific scholarship opportunities to those that are recognized as Phi Theta Kappa members. We are committed to partnering with students to make it affordable to finish their degrees.”
Phi Theta Kappa is the premier honor society recognizing the academic achievement of students at associate degree-granting colleges and helping them to grow as scholars and leaders. The Society is made up of more than 3.5 million members and nearly 1,300 chapters in 10 nations.