SGPS Partners
RACC Employees & Transfer Students!
Elizabethtown College’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS) is proud to partner with Reading Area Community College’s (RACC) employees and transfer students. Employees will be able to earn their degree at a 15% discounted rate through our Affinity Partnership. Transfer students that are members of Phi Theta Kappa will also enjoy a 15% discount off tuition. As our neighbors in central Pennsylvania, both Etown and RACC share a goal of providing a high quality education in a flexible and accommodating format. This partnership offers the chance for RACC employees to advance their career through education as well as RACC students to easily transition to complete their degree.
Employees
- 60% Tuition Reimbursement Plan
- Extra 15% Affinity Partnership Scholarship
- 30-day Delayed Billing to Minimize Upfront, Out-of-Pocket Costs
- Blended and 100% Online Delivery Models
Transfer Students
- Guaranteed Admission
- Transfer in up to 64 RACC credits
- Phi Theta Kappa Discount
RACC Employees
Through our Affinity Partnership, all RACC employees enjoy a 15% discount off their tuition in addition to the 60% tuition reimbursement benefit for a combined 75% discount to earn your degree from Etown’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Our flexible and balance approach will help you manage school, work, and family all while advancing your career and growing as a leader. We offer an expansive catalog of undergraduate and graduate programs including both full master's programs and graduate certificates in various online and blended formats. Programs can also be completed in both part-time or accelerated, full-time tracks. View our full program list.
RACC Transfer Students
Elizabethtown College’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies. SGPS has teamed up with RACC to ensure you experience a seamless path from your associate to your bachelor’s degree. Our admissions representatives work with RACC students to identify a degree path that’s right for them. We can evaluate up to 64 RACC credits into the program, and will assist transfer students throughout the application process for a smooth transition on the road to degree completion!
Flexible Delivery:
SGPS Holiday Discount
Apply by Dec. 31 to receive 20% off your first Etown SGPS spring course beginning Jan. 13, 2025!
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5-week, 100% online courses
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Online courses let you learn in the comfort and convenience of your home and schedule
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Part-time and accelerated options available
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Our step-in, step-out options offer flexibility to pursue your life’s calling on your timeline
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Deferred billing available for tuition assistance
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Pursue Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) credits for learning mastered outside of the classroom from work and life experiences and more!
Partnership Benefits
- Guaranteed admission to Elizabethtown College SGPS is provided to students who earn an associate degree from RACC - Central Pennsylvania's Community College with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- RACC - Central Pennsylvania's Community College students will have access to a dedicated SGPS Admissions Counselor who will provide general college information and resources.
- All graduates of RACC - Central Pennsylvania's Community College (within two years removed of their degree conferral date) will receive two free courses and one free Edge Bundle (which equates to 2-3 additional undergraduate credits) from SGPS.
- Transfer in a maximum of 64 credits.
- Personalized academic advising and student support resources help you every step of the way.
Apply for Dual Admissions
Elizabethtown College’s Dual Admission Program offers the opportunity for students to earn an associate degree from a community college and complete their bachelor’s degree at Etown, either through the traditional College or through the online School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS). While enrolled in a community college, students accepted into the program will have access to academic, financial aid, and career advising resources at Etown along with select facilities and events to create a seamless transition and enhanced college experience.
Dual Admissions Benefits:
- Direct admission into Etown bachelor’s degree programs including online programs offered through the SGPS.
- Ability to enroll in courses not offered by their community college which are required for the completion of an Elizabethtown College bachelor’s degree. Tuition charges for up to two of these courses will be waived.
- 15% discount on all SGPS courses.
- Access to Etown academic, financial aid, and career advising while enrolled in community college.
- Access to Etown library resources, campus facilities, and events while enrolled in the community college.
Programs
Programs
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology*
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership
- Master of Music Education*
- Master of Science in Finance*
- Master of Science in Strategic Leadership
- Doctorate of Occupational Therapy
Graduate Certificates and Endorsements
- CFP® Certification Financial Planning Education Program
- Computer Science Education
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Data Analytics
- Family Business and Entrepreneurship
- Health Care Administration
- Higher Education
- Inclusive and Equitable Education
- Integrative STEM Education Endorsement
- Interdisciplinary Autism Support
- Medical Spanish
- Non-Profit Leadership
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Sports Management
- Strategic Leadership
- Teacher Intern Certification Program
- Trauma Informed Practice
*Indicates programs that may require on-site courses/requirements