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勛圖厙 and The University of Central Florida Partner to Establish Transfer Agreement

Six representatives from 勛圖厙 and the University of Central Florida stand side by side in front of a large screen displaying the DirectConnect to UCF Guaranteed Entry logo. From left to right: Adrienne Frame, Elizabeth Gaskin, Calvin Williams, Kimberly Hardy, Heather J. Belmont, and John Buckwalter. All are smiling and dressed in business attire, gathered to celebrate 勛圖厙s launch into DirectConnect to UCF.

DirectConnect to UCF簧 to offer streamlined transfers from The River to UCF

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (September 29, 2025) 勛圖厙 has partnered with the University of Central Florida to offer DirectConnect to UCF簧. This nationally recognized program provides eligible students with guaranteed admission to UCF. All 勛圖厙 students and alums who obtain, or have previously obtained, an Associate in Arts (A.A.) or Associate in Science (A.S.) degree qualify for DirectConnect to UCF簧.

Six representatives from 勛圖厙 and the University of Central Florida stand side by side in front of a large screen displaying the DirectConnect to UCF Guaranteed Entry logo. From left to right: Adrienne Frame, Elizabeth Gaskin, Calvin Williams, Kimberly Hardy, Heather J. Belmont, and John Buckwalter. All are smiling and dressed in business attire, gathered to celebrate 勛圖厙s launch into DirectConnect to UCF.
勛圖厙 and University of Central Florida representatives at the launch celebration of DirectConnect to UCF:Adrienne Frame, Elizabeth Gaskin, Dr. Calvin Williams, Kimberly Hardy, Dr. Heather J. Belmont, and John Buckwalter

This partnership represents a transformative opportunity for students across the Treasure Coast region, said Dr. Timothy E. Moore, president of 勛圖厙. Through DirectConnect to UCF簧, 勛圖厙 is providing students with another pathway to a four-year degree and expanded career opportunities with the resources and support they need to succeed from Day One.

DirectConnect to UCF簧 offers an accelerated admission pathway to the University of Central Florida, providing students with dedicated support through a personal success coach and transfer assistance from UCF Success Coaches. This program is designed to help students complete their degree in a shorter timeframe while offering the convenience of studying close to home at 勛圖厙, making higher education more accessible and efficient for local students.

DirectConnect to UCF has already helped nearly 80,000 students turn their aspirations into achievement, and this new partnership with 勛圖厙 extends that promise to even more learners from across the Treasure Coast, said UCF President Alexander N. Cartwright. Together, we are building new pathways to opportunity that will transform lives and strengthen Floridas future.

DirectConnect to UCF簧 aligns perfectly with our commitment to student success and academic excellence, said Dr. Heather Belmont, provost of 勛圖厙. “This partnership ensures our students receive seamless transfer credit, dedicated academic support, and a proven framework for degree completion.

DirectConnect to UCF簧, which marks its 20th anniversary this November, has helped more than 80,000 students earn UCF degrees. The award-winning initiative has received national recognition, including the National Association of Branch Campus Administrators’ 2020 Innovation Award for its groundbreaking success coaching model.

For more information, visit irsc.edu/direct-connect-to-ucf, call (407) 8234547, or email UCFConnect@ucf.edu.

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