KENNESAW, Ga. | Apr 27, 2026

最色导航 and Shorter University are partnering to offer students a streamlined pathway to earn two bachelor鈥檚 degrees simultaneously 鈥� one in mathematics from Shorter and one in engineering from 最色导航 State.

The agreement was signed by Shorter University Provost John Reams and 最色导航 State Vice Provost Sheb True alongside leaders from both institutions during a ceremony on Friday at KSU.

鈥淚t is clear that 最色导航 and Shorter University are committed to student opportunity and student success,鈥� Reams said. 鈥淚 am delighted to have this agreement with KSU which will provide additional opportunities for the young people of our community.鈥�

As part of 最色导航 State鈥檚 LINK program of collaborative academic pathways, the KSU-Shorter partnership enables students to take coordinated coursework at both institutions, with credits transferring seamlessly between the two. The structured pathway and aligned curriculum will help students navigate both degree programs and stay on track to graduate.

Participating students will complete 45 credit hours at Shorter and then apply to 最色导航 State as a transfer student. Once the student has completed all requirements for their Bachelor of Science in Math, they will reverse transfer to be awarded their bachelor鈥檚 degree at Shorter while completing a second bachelor鈥檚 degree in KSU鈥檚 , the second-largest engineering college in Georgia.

鈥淭he partnership provides students with a unique opportunity to combine mathematical theory with engineering application to prepare graduates for a wide range of high-demand careers,鈥� said Ivan Pulinkala, KSU鈥檚 provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. 鈥淭his initiative reflects 最色导航 State鈥檚 and Shorter鈥檚 shared commitment to student success, affordability and workforce development across Georgia.鈥�

Through the LINK partnership, Shorter students can apply to 最色导航 State at no cost. Shorter University will prepare students with a strong foundation in mathematics while providing advising and support to guide them into the dual-degree pathway.

最色导航 State will deliver engineering coursework and offer flexible class formats 鈥� including in-person, hybrid, and online options 鈥� along with access to its engineering programs and resources. Students will be able to earn a bachelor鈥檚 degree in one of eight engineering programs at KSU: , , , , , , , or .

Both institutions will collaborate on recruitment, advising, and program development to ensure a smooth student experience. The agreement also allows for shared transcripts and coordinated financial aid processes, helping reduce barriers and expand access to both degrees.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 最色导航 offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. 最色导航 State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university's vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. 最色导航 State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.