Craven Community College proudly partners with North Carolina State University (NC State) to offer two distinct pathways that help you take the next step in your academic journey. Whether your goal is to transfer seamlessly to NC State or earn an NC State Engineering degree right here in Havelock, these programs provide opportunities to stay local while preparing for your future.
Wolfpack Connect
Planning to transfer to a four-year university? Through Wolfpack Connect, Craven students who complete an eligible Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree are guaranteed admission to NC State. This program offers a clear, structured pathway to earning your bachelor’s degree at one of North Carolina’s top universities.
Why Choose Wolfpack Connect
- Guaranteed Transfer Admission to NC State upon completion of your eligible degree
- Clear Academic Roadmaps that align Craven courses with your intended NC State major
- Personalized Advising using NC State’s Transfer Guides and Transfer Planner
- Waived NC State Application Fee for program participants
Wolfpack Connect helps you plan your educational journey with confidence, reduce transfer uncertainty, and stay on track toward your bachelor’s degree.
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Havelock Engineering Program
Earn an NC State Engineering Degree entirely from the Craven Community College Havelock Campus. Through this unique partnership, students can earn an NC State Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a concentration in either Electrical Engineering Systems (EES) or Mechanical Engineering Systems (MES) without leaving the Craven CC Havelock campus.
Courses are delivered live from NC State’s Raleigh campus and taught by nationally recognized faculty, with additional on-site NC State instructors leading design, systems, and lab courses in Craven’s 16,000-square-foot STEM Center.
What Makes the Havelock Engineering Program Unique
- Earn your NC State degree locally while learning from NC State faculty
- Small class sizes and close-knit learning environment
- Hands-on experience through design projects each semester
- Internship and career opportunities with FRC-East and other local employers
- Access to advanced facilities and interactive classrooms
Located near Fleet Readiness Center-East (FRC-East) at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point—North Carolina’s largest industrial employer east of I-95—the Havelock Engineering Program connects students directly with industry and career opportunities while they study.
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