Everything Treasure Coast students need to know about transferring from The River to a bachelor’s degree — at The River or at a university near you.
If you’re a student at Indian River State College and wondering what comes next after your associate degree, you have more options than you might think. The College offers multiple pathways to a bachelor’s degree — whether you stay right here on campus or transfer to a Florida university like FAU or UCF. Here’s everything you need to know.
Fact #1: You May Not Need to Transfer at All
Indian River State College offers its own bachelor’s degree programs — which means you can complete your entire undergraduate education right here on a Treasure Coast campus, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional four-year university. If any of these fields match your goals, you may never need to leave The River:
- Accounting (B.S.)
- Business Administration (B.S.)
- Criminal Justice (B.S.)
- Health Care Management (B.S.)
- I.T. Management & Cyber Security (B.S.)
- Middle Grades Mathematics (B.S.)
- Organizational Management (B.A.S.)
- Public Administration: Public Policy and Leadership (B.S.)
Each of these programs is 120 credits and designed to take you from associate degree to bachelor’s degree on a clear, structured timeline. Talk to an advisor to find out which program fits your goals.
Fact #2: If You Do Transfer, Your Credits Come With You
The College has built its programs with transfer in mind. Indian River State College maintains transfer agreements with universities throughout Florida that spell out exactly which credits count — so you don’t lose the work you’ve already put in. Some agreements also include waived application fees and tuition discounts for River graduates.
Transfer Maps are available for each bachelor’s program pathway, showing you exactly which courses to take each semester and which “key courses” to prioritize passing on your first attempt. Planning ahead using these maps is one of the best things a transfer-bound student can do.
Fact #3: Guaranteed Transfer Pathways to Top Florida Universities
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) — Link2FAU
The River’s newest and most powerful transfer partnership gives eligible students a guaranteed path to a Florida Atlantic University bachelor’s degree. Link2FAU is not just a transfer agreement — it is a complete support program that starts the moment you enroll at The College:
- Guaranteed FAU admission, upon completing your associate degree at Indian River State College with a 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Joint Advising, from both Indian River State College and FAU advisors throughout your time at The River
- FAU student resources while you’re still here – libraries, Career Center, special lectures, events, and discounted Recreation Center membership at the Boca Raton campus
- Exclusive Link2FAU scholarships– available to program participants (based on available funding)
- FAU advisors on your campus, during “FAU Days” held every semester at The River
- FAU campuses across South Florida — Boca Raton, Treasure Coast, Jupiter, and Broward County
Students can join Link2FAU when they apply to Indian River State College, or at any point before being admitted to FAU. FAU also directly refers students from Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties who applied to FAU and were not offered direct admission — making Link2FAU a genuine second pathway to a university degree, not a consolation prize.
Learn more: www.irsc.edu/Link2FAU
University of Central Florida (UCF) — UCF Direct Connect
Indian River State College and the University of Central Florida have partnered to offer UCF Direct Connect, a guided pathway to an online bachelor’s degree at UCF. As you near completion of your associate degree at Indian River State College, UCF Direct Connect provides pre-enrollment counseling and dedicated support services to make the move to UCF Online smooth and successful.
Learn more: ucf.edu/online/info/indian-river-state-college
Western Governors University (WGU) — Online Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees
Indian River State College and WGU have a transfer articulation agreement that ensures River credits transfer seamlessly into WGU’s online degree programs. WGU offers more than 80 accredited bachelor’s and master’s programs in business, information technology, K–12 education, and health professions including nursing — all fully online and competency-based, meaning you move at your own pace as you demonstrate mastery.
River graduates and employees are eligible for the WGU Community College Partner Scholarship, valued at $2,500 ($625 per term for up to four terms), plus a waived application fee. Tuition runs approximately $4,000 per six-month term for most bachelor’s programs.
Learn more: wgu.edu
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) — Graduate Programs
The River has partnered with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to give River students and employees a 10% tuition discount on SNHU graduate programs. SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, available fully online, making it a flexible option for working adults ready to pursue a master’s degree.
For eligibility and enrollment details, email info@irsc.edu or visit the River Line advising portal.
Learn more: snhu.edu
Additional University Transfer Partners
The River also hosts regular transfer workshops and maintains relationships with the following institutions, covering majors, transfer requirements, scholarships, and more:
- Florida A&M University (FAMU)
- University of Florida
- University of South Florida
- Nova Southeastern University (NSU) — Graduate Programs
- Savannah College of Art and Design
Fact #4: Transfer Scholarships Can Help Pay for Your Bachelor’s Degree
Graduating from Indian River State College with an associate degree makes you eligible for merit-based transfer scholarships at several partner universities. Deadlines vary, so the earlier you start researching, the better. Key scholarship resources include:
- FastWeb, a free nationwide scholarship search platform
Your advisor can help you identify which scholarships you qualify for and build a timeline to meet application deadlines.
Fact #5: Free Tools Help You Research and Plan Your Transfer
Not sure where you want to go yet? These free resources help Treasure Coast area students explore transfer options, check how their River credits transfer to hundreds of schools, and navigate Florida’s 2+2 articulation program:
- Transferology.com– See how your courses transfer to 400+ colleges and universities nationwide at transferology.com
- Florida Shines — Understand Florida’s 2+2 transfer program requirements and the impact of changing majors at floridashines.org
- College Source — Browse catalogs and institutional profiles for colleges nationwide at cso.collegesource.com
- Princeton Review— Test prep resources, admissions guidance, and graduate program search at princetonreview.com
Fact #6: The River’s Transfer Services Team Is in Your Corner
Navigating transfer admissions, credit evaluations, scholarship applications, and university requirements is a lot to manage. The River’s Transfer Services team is here to make it easier. Students at Indian River State College have access to:
- Personalized transfer advising — available in person, by phone, or online
- Application assistance — guidance through every step of the university admissions process
- Regular transfer workshops with partner universities covering majors, requirements, and scholarships
- Graduate school support for River bachelor’s degree graduates ready for their next step
- Resume, personal statement, and cover letter help
- A joint new student welcome experience for students entering transfer programs like Link2FAU
Ready to Talk Through Your Options?
Schedule an appointment with a Transfer Services advisor today — in person, by phone, or online. Your path to a bachelor’s degree starts at The River.
Schedule an appointment: Contact RiverLine
Published: April 28, 2026
