Transfer Connections

Northern Essex Community College, North Shore Community College and Salem State University created the Transfer Connections program to streamline the steps toward a bachelor's degree.

Transfer Connections to Salem State provides you with a clear path to transfer, no matter what stage of the process you are in. Whether you are a high school student considering starting at a community college or a current NECC or NSCC student, Transfer Connections is here to help plan your transfer journey.

Benefits of Transfer Connections

Personal Transfer Connections coach
Smooth transition and enrollment assistance
Major cost savings! Completing your associate degree through MassTransfer will save you tuition costs.
Make every credit count. Whether you are following a specialized A2B Pathway, an articulation agreement, or are still unsure on your plan, an expert is available to help you maximize your credit.

Meet Your Transfer Connections Coach

Transfer Connections Coach Sharon German

My name is Sharon German, I am a Transfer Connections Coach for Salem State University. I guide prospective students through the transfer process and provide support throughout your entire educational journey to bachelor’s degree completion. Whether it is how to fill out an application, which classes to register for, or deciding on a major, I am here to help!

If you are interested, please don't hesitate to reach out for a one-on-one coaching session. I look forward to hearing from you.

Connect with Sharon

978.542.4888

sgerman@salemstate.edu

If you’re completing your associate degree at Northern Essex or North Shore Community College and plan to earn your bachelor’s at Salem State, submit the Dual Admissions Participation Form:

Northern Essex Community College

North Shore Community College

The Transfer Fellow Scholarship offers $3,000 to full- and part-time students transferring to Salem State with an associate degree from NECC or NSCC. Advance your education while keeping costs low!

Eligibility Requirements

Earn an associate degree at NECC or NSCC and transfer to SSU within one year of graduating
Enroll in SSU’s day program
Open to in-state and out-of-state students
Maintain consecutive enrollment (fall and spring)
Submit the FAFSA annually (before classes starting)
Complete your bachelor’s degree within five years of transferring
Stay in good academic standing (2.0+ GPA)
Enroll in at least two classes per semester

For more information, contact Sharon German at sgerman@salemstate.edu.