PHILADELPHIA (April 1, 2026)—Creating a bridge to bachelor’s degree attainment for local students, Moore College of Art & Design and Delaware County Community College (DCCC) signed a new articulation agreement that will allow students to transfer seamlessly to Moore to complete their bachelor’s degrees.
Under the agreement, signed in December 2025, students who earn an associate in fine arts (AFA) degree in Art – Studio at DCCC will be eligible to transfer into Moore’s bachelor of fine arts (BFA) program in the Fine Arts major with junior-level standing. The agreement is designed to ensure a smooth transition of credits and a clear academic pathway, enabling students to continue their education without interruption.
“Moore is proud to partner with Delaware County Community College to create a streamlined and supportive pathway for transfer students pursuing a bachelor's degree in fine arts,” said Claudine Thomas, Chief Academic Officer, Moore College of Art & Design. “This agreement reflects our shared commitment to access, academic excellence and preparing students for successful creative careers by recognizing their prior coursework and welcoming them into Moore’s rigorous Fine Arts program.”
The new Fine Arts agreement builds on an existing articulation agreement between Moore and DCCC for Graphic Design students, further expanding opportunities for DCCC graduates to pursue advanced study in the visual arts at Moore.
"This transfer agreement is an exceptional opportunity for our students to continue their fine art studies within a renowned institution such as Moore College of Art & Design, nestled among other culturally rich establishments including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum, Barnes Foundation, Calder Gardens, PAFA Museum and others,” said Jaime Treadwell, MFA, Professor of Art & Design and Program Coordinator of Foundations and Studio Art, Delaware County Community College.
Moore currently holds articulation agreements with ten local community colleges, including DCCC, to facilitate the transfer of credits to Moore. Students who successfully meet the requirements set by the agreement with their current college will earn the option to transfer to Moore College of Art & Design at an advanced level upon enrollment.
About Moore College of Art & Design
Moore College of Art & Design, the only historically women’s art and design college in the United States, prepares students for successful, high-impact careers. Our dynamic programs and uniquely inclusive environment foster creative excellence and amplify artistic potential, preparing our graduates to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of art and design. For more information about Moore, visit www.moore.edu and follow us on social media @moorecollegeart.
About Delaware County Community College
For 59 years, Delaware County Community College has served as the center of educational opportunity for residents of Delaware and Chester Counties. Students find affordable, open admission to higher education and can earn Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.), or Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. The College’s comprehensive programs offer high school dual enrollment; transfer options to four-year colleges and universities; prepare students for direct entry into the workforce; award professional certificates; and provide career advancement and lifelong learning opportunities. The College serves a diverse population of 20,000 credit and non-credit students each year. Visit dccc.edu for more information.
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