Hartwick College and SUNY Broome Announce Transfer Agreement to Strengthen Pathways in Music and Music Education

The agreement supports students who complete an associate of science in music at SUNY Broome and wish to continue their studies at Hartwick, where they can earn either a bachelor of arts in music or a bachelor of science in music education.

The new 2+2 agreement allows students to complete their bachelor of science in music education, including student teaching requirements, in just four years.

Under the terms of the agreement, eligible SUNY Broome graduates who meet admissions criteria, including a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and completion of key SUNY General Education requirements, may transfer to Hartwick with junior standing. Students will enter having satisfied Hartwick’s general education requirements, with the exception of a capstone course.

In addition, students transferring from SUNY Broome will not be required to take placement exams in music theory, aural skills or music history, provided they earned a grade of C or higher in those courses.

“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to student success and access,” said Cherilyn Lacy, assistant provost. “By creating a supportive and affordable transfer process, we are helping students move forward with confidence as they pursue careers in music and music education. The agreement also reflects both institutions’ commitment to expanding access, strengthening regional connections and preparing students for successful futures.”

Students transferring into the music education program will complete a minimum of 30 credits at Hartwick and must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 while fulfilling all academic and professional requirements, including New York State Education Department observation hours and performance expectations.

Students pursuing the music degree will also complete at least 30 credits at Hartwick, with a minimum GPA of 2.0, along with all program requirements.

All transfer students will be required to audition and be accepted into Hartwick’s Department of Music. To support access and streamline the admissions process, Hartwick representatives will conduct entrance auditions and interviews directly on the SUNY Broome campus.

“Hartwick College is geographically the closest transfer school to SUNY Broome that offers music education, making this partnership especially meaningful for our students,” said Jeff Anderson, associate vice president and dean of liberal arts and business & professional studies at SUNY-Broome. “SUNY Broome is thrilled that music students will have a seamless transfer pathway to Hartwick College, our closest neighboring institution offering a bachelor’s in music education. We are especially grateful for the commitment of our Hartwick colleagues, who will visit our campus for entrance auditions and interviews, eliminating the equity barrier for students who may be without transportation.”

The agreement also ensures ongoing collaboration between the two institutions, including coordinated advising and communication to support students throughout the transfer process. Both Hartwick and SUNY Broome will work together to provide students with the guidance needed to succeed.

Students participating in the program may also be eligible for Hartwick’s HartLand Promise, further supporting affordability and access.

For more information about the transfer agreement, visit www.hartwick.edu or www.sunybroome.edu.