{"id":322,"date":"2023-09-15T14:40:04","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T18:40:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/?page_id=322"},"modified":"2025-12-10T14:00:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T19:00:47","slug":"royalup","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/royalup\/","title":{"rendered":"RoyalUp Transfer Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>RoyalUp is a direct admissions pathway that gives Central Piedmont students early access to Queens \u2014 from campus life to personalized advising \u2014 creating a confident, connected transition into your bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/09\/RoyalUp1.jpg\" alt=\"RoyalUp logo\" class=\"wp-image-323\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Through this program, you\u2019ll experience life as a Queens student while completing your associate degree at Central Piedmont Community College, building the momentum and support you need for a smooth, seamless transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RoyalUp offers early access to opportunities at Queens designed to help you feel supported, connected, and prepared for your next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum $10,000 in Queens aid upon transfer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early access to academic and financial aid advising<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support from the Center for Student Success<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opportunities to attend select events and engage with campus life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A personalized, guided transfer pathway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The option to explore the Queens facilities, housing, and dining through additional paid access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>RoyalUp helps you build meaningful connections and confidence as you work toward your bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optional Add-On Experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get even more connected to the Queens community, RoyalUp offers optional paid add-ons you can choose based on your interests and schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n  \n<div class=\"article-grid article-grid--default article-grid--default-column \">\n  <div class=\"article-grid__inner grid\">\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                                  \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n      <div class=\"article__image\">\n                  <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Library.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Library.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Students walking in library entrance\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n          <\/div>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n            <div>Campus Access Pass<\/div>\n                    \n<div class=\"squiggle squiggle--dark\">\n  <div class=\"squiggle__window\">\n              <svg class=\"squiggle__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 826 12\">\n      <path d=\"M0 6h826.1\" style=\"fill:none;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px\"\/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>          <\/h2>\n        <p>Get a Queens ID and access to key campus spaces such as the Everett Library, the Levine Center for Wellness and Recreation, and select student-life areas.<\/p>\n\n    <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n      <div class=\"article__image\">\n                  <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Hayes-Residence-Hall.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Hayes-Residence-Hall.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Hayes Residence Hall\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n          <\/div>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n            <div>On-Campus Housing<\/div>\n                    \n<div class=\"squiggle squiggle--dark\">\n  <div class=\"squiggle__window\">\n              <svg class=\"squiggle__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 826 12\">\n      <path d=\"M0 6h826.1\" style=\"fill:none;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px\"\/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>          <\/h2>\n        <p>Live in Queens residence halls by paying the standard housing rate. Immerse yourself in community life, build friendships, and experience the campus environment early.<\/p>\n\n    <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n      <div class=\"article__image\">\n                  <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Campus-Dining.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Campus-Dining.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Students in Young Dining hall\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n          <\/div>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n            <div>Meal Plan Options<\/div>\n                    \n<div class=\"squiggle squiggle--dark\">\n  <div class=\"squiggle__window\">\n              <svg class=\"squiggle__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 826 12\">\n      <path d=\"M0 6h826.1\" style=\"fill:none;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px\"\/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>          <\/h2>\n        <p>Add a dining plan for convenient access to Queens dining locations \u2014 perfect if you&#8217;re spending more time on campus for studying, fitness, or events.<\/p>\n\n    <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>These add-ons are flexible and fully optional. You choose how much of the Queens experience you want while completing your associate degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be considered for the RoyalUp Program, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a first-time, full-time college student<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be pursuing an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science at Central Piedmont<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan to pursue a major offered at Queens (excluding nursing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete an audition if pursuing Music or Music Therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your intended major falls outside of these guidelines, speak with your Central Piedmont advisor to explore alternate transfer pathways to Queens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Enroll<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" class=\"wp-image-3692\" style=\"width: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Arrow-Icon2.png\" alt=\"Arrow Icon\"> Enroll at Central Piedmont Community College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Become a degree-seeking CPCC student, then let your academic advisor know you\u2019re interested in RoyalUp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" class=\"wp-image-3692\" style=\"width: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Arrow-Icon2.png\" alt=\"Arrow Icon\"> Submit the RoyalUp Interest Form or Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.queens.edu\/register\/?id=b613be65-38f5-4fcc-b715-a0800b585b9c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">RoyalUp Interest Form<\/a>, or apply through the Queens visiting student application, to activate program benefits and optional add-ons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" class=\"wp-image-3692\" style=\"width: 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/12\/Arrow-Icon2.png\" alt=\"Arrow Icon\"> Watch for Next Steps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Queens admissions team will review your information and email instructions on how to take full advantage of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To remain in good standing with the program, RoyalUp students must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay enrolled in an Associate of Arts or Science program at CPCC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain good academic and disciplinary standing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Declare an intended Queens major after earning 30 transferable credits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing to Transfer to Queens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RoyalUp is designed to make your transfer experience as smooth as possible. When you\u2019re ready to begin the application process, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/admissions\/transfer-admission-process\/\" title=\"\">Transferring to Queens webpage<\/a> or email <a href=\"mailto:admissions@queens.edu\">admissions@queens.edu<\/a> for guidance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RoyalUp is a direct admissions pathway that gives Central Piedmont students early access to Queens \u2014 from campus life to personalized advising \u2014 creating a confident, connected transition into your bachelor\u2019s degree. 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