Arizona State University and Southwestern College
Continue Partnership: Offer College Students Transfer Pathways with MyPath2ASU® Collaboration
Continued alliance
Arizona State University is pleased to share about our continued alliance with Southwestern College to provide students a seamless transfer experience with the MyPath2ASU® program. MyPath2ASU allows students to take the steps needed, at the start of their college experience, to successfully plan their transfer to ASU, ensuring a smooth transition process and student success.
MyPath2ASU is a set of customized tools available to transfer students from accredited, U.S. regional institutions. These tools ensure a seamless transfer experience to ASU after earning credits or an associate degree from a U.S. community college or university and shortening the time to degree completion.
Through this new partnership, students using MyPath2ASU will find their transfer experience simplified. Key benefits of the program include:
- Personalized guidance through over 400 course-by-course guided pathways to ASU online and in-person degree programs, ensuring that Southwestern College coursework aligns with their desired ASU major and minimizes credit loss.
- Guaranteed general admission to ASU and admission into MyPath2ASU major choice if all requirements are satisfied.
- Self-service, degree progress tracking to help students stay informed about their academic progress.
- A connected experience with ASU through personalized communications that support academic growth and community engagement.
Continued collaboration
ASU and Southwestern College will continuously collaborate to refine the over 400 course-by-course pathways offered in the MyPath2ASU tool. This ongoing collaboration ensures that these pathways provide students with clear guidance on course selection and align with the latest academic standards and requirements.
Some of the in-demand pathways offered through the new partnership include:
- Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) for Nursing
- Interdisciplinary Studies, BA
- Liberal Studies, BA
- Organizational Leadership, BA
ASU and Southwestern College will work collaboratively to promote educational degree pathways containing on-campus and online course offerings. The courses listed on these pathways are applicable toward a student’s intended bachelor’s degree at ASU, and therefore help minimize potential credit loss.
One exciting option for students considering a transfer is ASU Local – Chula Vista, which launched earlier this year. ASU Local embeds the ASU experience directly within the community, allowing students to earn their bachelor’s degree while staying close to home. ASU Local combines in-person learning experiences and personalized support with online coursework to empower student success. Students receive high-touch onsite professional coaching within a tight-knit cohort of peers, supported by personalized 1:1 guidance to navigate college and career.
Transfer Guide: See how the MyPath2ASU program works and get started.
Student Success
After completing his associate degree, Jose's decision to continue his education through ASU Local was motivated by the university's reputation and robust online programs. We asked Jose, why ASU Local? "I transferred to ASU Local because I wanted to stay local but still get the university experience. ASU Local has been such a great help and support.”
About Southwestern College
Southwestern College, the only public institution of higher education in southern San Diego, serves a diverse community of students through a wide range of high-quality academic programs, comprehensive student services, and visionary partnerships, including between Arizona State University and Centro de Ensenanza Tecnica y Superior (CETYS). With enrollment now exceeding pre-pandemic levels and Southwestern College’s championing of AB 91, thousands more local students are now reimagining what’s possible every day. Southwestern College also stimulates the development and growth of the region through partnerships, services and educational programs that meet the region’s economic and workforce demands. For more information, visit swccd.edu.
About ASU
Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American research university, creating an institution that is committed to access, excellence and impact. ASU measures itself by those it includes, not by those it excludes. As the prototype for a New American University, ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good, and ASU assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it.
About ASU Local
ASU Local embeds the world-class experience of ASU in communities across the nation. We’ve reimagined the full college journey – starting by making a bachelor's degree more accessible. Students choose from 160 high-demand flexible online programs while receiving high touch onsite professional coaching with a tight-knit cohort of peers. Personalized 1:1 support helps students navigate college and career, while meeting in person regularly with a close-knit peer cohort deepens their sense of belonging and community. Every student gets career development opportunities, ensuring they can apply their skills in real-world scenarios. ASU Local’s holistic approach also engages local organizations, families, and industry partners to open doors and create opportunities for students, empowering them to thrive in all facets of their lives. Learn more at asu.edu/asulocal.