Partnership PathwayCentre College to Bellarmine
Start at Centre. Finish at Bellarmine.
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Bellarmine University is proud to partner with Centre College to launch a partnership that provides enhanced opportunities for continued college and career success. This new post-secondary educational pathway from Centre to Bellarmine prioritizes affordability, accessibility, and achievement. Centre students (as well as alumni and employees) that are interested and eligible can receive a discounted tuition rate on multiple graduate and/or second-degree programs. Additionally, Centre-affiliated students receive personalized support and guidance throughout their time at Bellarmine and beyond.
Discounted tuition rate for Centre affiliates that are new to Bellarmine for select graduate and second-degree programs (with some exclusions):
- 15% on doctoral programs and 20% on master's-level programs (*exclusions apply)
BU offers a variety of merit- and need-based funding opportunities, of which any/all eligible CC students may apply. Examples include:
- Norton Healthcare scholarship* – up to $45,000 in total tuition assistance for bachelor’s or master’s-level entry into a clinical practice degree that leads to a new clinical credential in registered nursing, respiratory therapy or laboratory sciences.
- Noyce Knights scholarship* – up to $19,200 per year for pursuit of a STEM-related bachelor’s or master’s-level certification for entry into a secondary (middle and/or high school) teaching pathway.
Free on-campus summer housing for eligible students admitted to graduate/second-degree program that begins in the summer semester (includes Accelerated BSN and Doctor of Physical Therapy)
Bellarmine offers a generous tuition discount and financial aid opportunities.
Academic ExcellenceBellarmine is a nationally-ranked university with faculty who care about your personal success.
Personal AttentionBellarmine’s unparalleled student-centered approach includes small class sizes, a designated advisor and staff member for support.
Campus LifeResidential opportunities on Bellarmine’s beautiful, welcoming campus.
CommunityBellarmine provides access to incredible amenities, including vibrant campus engagements, personalized to fit the unique student experience.
No Application FeesApply today! It isn’t too late to start this year.
Bellarmine DifferenceBellarmine is committed to student support and success! Our partnership students agree:
“I’m so grateful Bellarmine has an inclusive environment.”
“I’ve been able to fit in and thrive at Bellarmine.”
“They were so welcoming and wanted to make sure I was taken care of and had everything I needed to succeed at Bellarmine.”
Louisville locationSituated in a thriving city with local connection for an array of opportunities live, learn and work.
Seamless TransitionBellarmine guarantees that all Centre students pursuing our partnership program will have access to resources, support, and services to ensure continued success and satisfaction.
These will vary by academic program. Please visit Graduate and Second Degree Programs, email admissions@bellarmine.edu or call 502.272.8000 to learn more.
Program and Department Information
The Respiratory Therapy Program (CoARC program number #200281, offering the Bachelor of Health Science degree in Louisville, KY) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) (www.coarc.com).
The Respiratory Therapy Program (CoARC program number #220281 offering the Master of Health Science degree in Louisville, KY) holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
This status signifies that a program with an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the Standards (through submission of an acceptable Provisional Accreditation Self Study Report (PSSR) and any other documentation required by CoARC, as well as satisfactory completion of an initial on-site visit) to be allowed to admit students. It is recognized as an accredited program by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), which provides enrolled students who complete the program with eligibility for the Respiratory Care Credentialing Examination(s). The program will remain on Provisional Accreditation until it achieves Continuing Accreditation.
- To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).
- To prepare leaders for the field of respiratory care by including curricular content that includes objectives related to acquisition of skills in one or more of the following: management, education, research, advanced clinical practice (which may include an area of clinical specialization).
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Contact Information
All applications and correspondence relevant to partnership application/admission
should be directed to:
Dr. Jordan Rose Wiehebrink, Director of Enrollment Strategy and Innovation
502.272.8245
jwiehebrink@bellarmine.edu