Verto Education, a pioneering institution in global education, and the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI), a prominent Historically Black College and University (HBCU) announced a new partnership that aims to provide students with a seamless and guaranteed direct transfer pathway. This collaboration furthers Verto's commitment to making global education accessible, transformative, and affordable.
Both Verto Education and the University of the Virgin Islands share a deep commitment to ensuring access to education. Recognizing the financial barriers that many students face, the partnership emphasizes making study abroad experiences affordable, especially for those with financial need. This joint effort underscores the dedication of both institutions to democratize global education and ensure that every student, regardless of their financial background, has the opportunity to benefit from a global perspective.
The University of the Virgin Islands, renowned for its dedication to college value and innovative research, offers career-ready majors in a truly Caribbean experience, with campuses on St. Thomas, St. Croix, UVI-Online and in partnership with the University of St. Martin (UVI@USM). With a 12:1 student-teacher ratio, UVI ensures personalized learning experiences for its students. The institution's global reach, diverse student population, and study abroad opportunities make it an ideal partner for Verto Education's Direct Transfer pathway.
Verto's Direct Transfer Pathway provides students with the unique opportunity to study abroad while offering a direct transfer to over 50 partner colleges and universities.
The program's requirements include:
- Earning a minimum cumulative GPA during the study abroad
- Achieving a minimum number of academic credits during the study abroad
- Maintaining good standing, encompassing personal, behavioral, and academic
- Meeting any other specific requirements or details set by the partner
Students who may not meet some or all of the eligibility criteria may still be considered through a holistic review process. All courses, credits, and transcripts at Verto locations are delivered by their accredited Academic Provider, the University of New Haven.
With this partnership, both Verto Education and the University of the Virgin Islands reaffirm their commitment to providing students with unparalleled educational experiences, fostering global perspectives, and ensuring academic success.
For more information about Verto Education's Direct Transfer program, visit https://vertoeducation.org/direct-transfer. To learn more about the University of the Virgin Islands, visit https://www.uvi.edu.