News Summary
In light of Limestone University’s unexpected closure, Newberry College has announced support measures for affected students and staff. Dr. David Harpool highlighted that Newberry will guarantee transfer credits, waive enrollment fees, and implement an expedited admissions process. Additionally, off-campus commuter status and tuition remission benefits will be extended to Limestone staff and faculty. Other institutions are also stepping in to assist with scholarships and credit transfers to ease the transition, demonstrating a strong commitment within the academic community to support those affected.
Newberry, SC – In response to the recent closure of Limestone University, Newberry College is stepping up to provide extensive support to the Limestone community, offering a variety of benefits aimed at easing the transition for affected students and staff. The initiative was announced following the unexpected shutdown, with Newberry College pledging to help ease the academic and financial challenges that many former Limestone students now face.
Dr. David Harpool, the transitional president of Newberry College, emphasized the significance of community support and compassion during this challenging time. Newberry is set to offer guaranteed transfer credits for all coursework completed at Limestone University, provided students meet specific minimum GPA requirements. To alleviate the financial strain on transferring students, Newberry College will also waive enrollment fees.
In an effort to streamline the transition, Newberry College is implementing an accelerated admissions process to help students secure their academic future efficiently. Furthermore, Newberry will honor any general institutional aid previously awarded to students from Limestone, ensuring that financial support remains consistent throughout the transition.
For students who prefer to maintain an off-campus living arrangement, Newberry will automatically grant commuter status. This arrangement is designed to give students flexibility and support as they adjust to their new institution. The outreach is not limited to students; faculty and staff from Limestone University will also benefit from Newberry College’s assistance. Tuition remission benefits will be extended to include Limestone employees and their eligible dependents, facilitating their continuation of education.
Those who were utilizing Limestone’s tuition remission benefit for the academic year 2025-2026 will receive similar access to Newberry’s own tuition remission program. This gesture aims to provide dignity and hope to those impacted by the closure, as expressed by Dr. Harpool.
Expanding on its commitment, Newberry College recently received approval from the South Carolina Board of Nursing to enroll a cohort of nursing students from Limestone University. This move underscores the college’s intent to protect the educational pathways of nursing students and help them complete their degrees. To support nursing students, Newberry College’s transition plan includes personalized credit evaluation, academic advising, and assistance with clinical placements.
Meanwhile, other institutions are also rallying to support former Limestone students. Colleges such as Erskine College, Coker University, and Columbia College are providing various scholarships and guaranteed credit transfers to assist students in transitioning smoothly. For instance, Erskine College is offering a special scholarship of $25,000 specifically for students transferring from Limestone. On the other hand, Coker University guarantees acceptance for students in good academic standing alongside full credit transfer and housing grants. Young Harris College has laid out plans for a cost-neutral and automatic admission option for all students affected by the closure. Columbia College has similarly ensured that all credits from Limestone University will be accepted, requiring just one full-time semester for graduation while maintaining lower day residential tuition rates.
The combined efforts from Newberry College and other regional institutions depict a strong commitment to supporting students during this difficult transition. As the academic community bands together, the overarching goal remains clear: to provide stability, continuity, and a pathway forward for those impacted by the unexpected closure of Limestone University.
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