University of Mobile Partners with Bishop State Community College to Save Students Time and Money on Child Development Degrees
MOBILE, Ala. – The University of Mobile has established a new articulation agreement with Bishop State Community College, creating a streamlined path for students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Child and Social Development. This agreement allows Bishop State students to transfer up to 62 credit hours toward the 124-credit-hour degree at the University of Mobile, significantly reducing both the time and cost needed to complete their four-year degree.
“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students in our community,” said Dr. Charles Smith, president of the University of Mobile. “Together, we are opening doors to careers that will have a lasting impact on children, families and communities.”
A Seamless Transfer to a Career-Ready Degree
Students who complete the required coursework at Bishop State and meet UM’s admissions criteria will benefit from a seamless and supportive transfer process into the University of Mobile School of Education’s Child and Social Development program.
UM’s Bachelor of Science in Child and Social Development is a non-certification degree that prepares graduates to teach and lead in Pre-K programs in private, religious and federal sites. Graduates may also pursue careers in civic, social or religious organizations; hospitals or non-profit organizations; or family and community services.
“We are excited to welcome Bishop State students to the UM family,” said Dr. Ashley Milner, dean of the UM School of Education. “This partnership signifies our commitment to young children and families as we work together to prepare high-quality early childhood professionals.”
Equipping Students for In-Demand Jobs
The agreement comes at a critical time as the region and nation face a shortage of early childhood education professionals. It strengthens the workforce by encouraging and supporting students pursuing a four-year degree in child and social development while promoting collaboration between both institutions to ensure a quality higher education experience.
“Students who take advantage of this transfer opportunity will receive a faith-based, academically rigorous education that equips them to serve children and families with compassion and excellence,” Milner said.
For more information about the Bachelor of Science in Child and Social Development at the University of Mobile, visit umobile.edu/child-social-development.
Learn more about the University of Mobile at umobile.edu/um-info. Plan a campus visit or register for a UM Day at umobile.edu/umday-info or call Enrollment Services at 251.442.2222.
About the University of Mobile
The University of Mobile is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence “For Christ & His Kingdom.” With a vision to “Multiply Kingdom Leaders for the Glory of God and the Good of the World,” the university honors God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known.
The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, UM offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at umobile.edu/um-info and connect with UM on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
Kathy Dean uses her passion for storytelling and “playing with words” to share the stories of people, place and purpose that make the University of Mobile unique. As associate vice president for university communications, she manages media relations, edits the TorchLight alumni magazine, and oversees university communications. A former award-winning journalist, she is a two-time recipient of the Baptist Communicators Association grand prize for feature writing. Kathy and her husband, Chuck, live with three extremely loud miniature schnauzers.
