Excelsior University and PITC Institute Partner to Expand Access to Nursing Programs
ALBANY, N.Y. – Excelsior University and PITC Institute are proud to announce a new partnership designed to expand access to educational opportunities. This collaboration creates a seamless and affordable pathway for PITC Institute Practical Nurse Associate in Specialized Technology degree graduates to continue their education and advance their careers through Excelsior’s portfolio of online degree programs, including further studies in nursing and health sciences.
Through this partnership, eligible students will benefit from:
- 10% tuition discount on undergraduate and graduate tuition.
- Tuition deferral option, allowing eligible students whose employers offer to repay some or all of their tuition.
- Personalized support from an enrollment specialist to answer questions and guide students through the enrollment process.
- Dedicated partnership webpage with program details, transfer information, and enrollment guidance.
These educational partnership benefits are also available for eligible PITC Institute employees, as well as their spouses or domestic partners and children.
“Excelsior’s partnership with PITC Institute helps learners continue their healthcare education with greater flexibility and more opportunities for academic and professional growth,” said Excelsior University President David Schejbal. “Through collaborations like this, higher education institutions can support lifelong learning while meeting the needs of an evolving workforce.”
“At PITC Institute, we are committed to creating opportunities for our graduates to continue building on the education and skills they have worked so hard to achieve,” said Shahid Ahmed, president of PITC Institute. “Our partnership with Excelsior University provides PITC graduates with an accessible pathway to advance their education, expand their professional opportunities, and continue growing within the nursing and healthcare professions.”
Excelsior University’s online and hybrid online/in-person programs are designed to meet working adult students where they are, academically and geographically. Excelsior’s rolling admissions calendar offers additional flexibility for students to register for classes on a schedule that fits their lives.
For more information on the partnership, visit excelsior.edu/partner/pitc-institute.
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Contacto para los medios de comunicación de la Universidad Excelsior:
Jason Bonafide,jbonafide@excelsior.edu, 518-608-8446
Partnership contact:
Jane Kelley, Business Development Manager, jkelley@excelsior.edu, 518-332-5758
Acerca de la Universidad Excelsior
La Universidad Excelsior es una institución de educación superior acreditada y sin ánimo de lucro dedicada a ayudar a los estudiantes a obtener sus títulos y a avanzar en sus carreras profesionales. Excelsior contribuye al desarrollo de una sociedad diversa, formada y preparada para el mundo laboral, valorando el aprendizaje permanente y haciendo hincapié en atender a personas que históricamente han estado infrarrepresentadas en la educación superior. Fundada en 1971 en Albany, Nueva York, Excelsior se adapta a las circunstancias de los estudiantes —tanto académicas como geográficas— eliminando los obstáculos que impiden alcanzar los objetivos educativos de los adultos que desean continuar su formación y completar sus estudios. Nuestros pilares son la innovación, la flexibilidad, la excelencia académica y la integridad.
Excelsior es una universidad sin ánimo de lucro con un campus principal en Albany, Nueva York, y un centro educativo en San Petersburgo, Florida. Los programas académicos de la Universidad de Excelsior están registrados por el Departamento de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, y cuentan con una autorización adicional para los programas impartidos en Florida.
Autorizada por la Comisión de Educación Independiente del Departamento de Educación de Florida (n.º de licencia 12928). Para obtener información adicional sobre esta institución, póngase en contacto con la Comisión en la dirección 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 323099-0400, o llame al número gratuito: (888)-224-6684.
