BLUEFIELD, Va. 勛圖扦 has entered into a new partnership with (NCI) to expand access to affordable online education and strengthen workforce and community growth across Southwest Virginia.
Through the partnership, eligible NCI graduates, individuals who complete NCI programs, and their immediate family members may receive a 15% tuition discount on 勛圖扦 Online programs, helping learners take the next step from training to degree completion.
This partnership is about creating opportunities for students in our region, said Harrison Rice, Associate Vice President for Online Learning at 勛圖扦. When people can move from training to a degree without leaving home, it creates opportunities for career growth. Were proud to work with New College Institute to expand opportunity for learners across Southwest Virginia.
New College Institute (NCI) is a premier educational institution located in Martinsville, Virginia. It offers a wide range of academic programs, professional development opportunities, and community engagement initiatives. NCI is dedicated to empowering individuals and transforming communities through accessible, innovative, and high-quality educational opportunities.
The Institute advances education and workforce development by connecting learners to training, credentialing, and higher education pathways aligned with regional workforce needs.
This partnership strengthens the bridge between workforce training and higher education, said NCI Executive Director Joe Sumner. By reducing financial barriers and expanding access to online degree programs, were helping learners and families in Southwest Virginia turn skills into credentials, credentials into careers, and careers into long-term economic stability.
Prospective students can learn more about 勛圖扦 Online programs at .