BMCC and Morehouse College Sign MOU, Strengthening Existing Partnership with New Pipeline Opportunities

Borough of Manhattan Community College, The City University of New York (BMCC/CUNY) and Morehouse College, the nation’s only male Historically Black College or University (HBCU), recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that enhanced the partnership between both institutions by strengthening the pipeline for eligible BMCC graduates to transfer to Morehouse College.

The MOU, signed during a ceremony at the Morehouse campus in Atlanta, launches the BMCC-Morehouse Transfer Dual Admission Pathway Program, which guarantees admission to BMCC students who meet the specified academic and admission criteria for transfer into both Morehouse College and the Morehouse College Online Bachelor’s degree program.

Admitted students are now also eligible for auto-admission into the Dual-Admission Pathway Program, where they can study engineering through the Morehouse College Dual-Degree Engineering Program; thereby providing them with a unique opportunity to obtain both a liberal arts college education and a professional engineering education.

The Morehouse Dual-Degree Engineering Program opens doors to participating partner institutions including Auburn University, Clarkson University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Missouri University of Science and Technology, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Notre Dame University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Alabama – Huntsville, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, and University of Southern California.

Both of these new program elements build upon the guaranteed admission program that BMCC and Morehouse established almost three years ago.

Dr. Anthony Munroe, president of BMCC, stated, “We’re pleased to further enhance our partnership agreement with Morehouse College. Our collaboration embodies our shared commitment to empowering students to thrive in their academic pursuits and embark upon rewarding careers.”

“Morehouse College is proud to reaffirm our partnership with the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) as we continue our commitment to expanding access to higher education for talented transfer students. This renewed MOU strengthens our shared mission of providing young men with a clear pathway to a Morehouse education, ensuring they are academically prepared and well-supported throughout their transition,” said Morehouse College President David A. Thomas. “Through this collaboration, Morehouse and BMCC will enhance engagement opportunities that familiarize students with the academic rigor, culture, and traditions of Morehouse—ultimately fostering a seamless transfer experience and timely matriculation.”

The partnership agreement includes the BMCC-Morehouse Leadership Scholars Program, a cohort-based learning community designed to provide academic support, mentorship, and additional resources to participating students. Morehouse College will offer pre-enrollment advising, financial aid information, and housing support to ensure a smooth transition for BMCC students.

Furthermore, it includes collaboration between Morehouse College’s Andrew Young Center for Global Leadership and BMCC’s Office of Diplomatic Education & Training to co-create opportunities aimed at enhancing training for diplomats while providing access to high-quality academic courses.

“Together, we are building bridges that will not only enhance educational opportunities for our students but also prepare them to emerge as leaders and change-makers ready to make a meaningful impact on the world around them,” added President Munroe.

The partnership agreement aligns with the missions of both institutions to advance equity and promote the intellectual growth of students. By providing structured support and a clear pathway for transfer, BMCC and Morehouse College are setting a new standard for educational collaboration that fosters student success.