May 2, 2025

Newberry College Offers Support to Limestone University Community

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In light of Limestone University’s closure, Newberry College is stepping in to assist affected students, faculty, and staff by waiving fees, guaranteeing transfer credits, and offering tuition support. The college’s transitional president, Dr. David Harpool, emphasizes a commitment to community continuity during this challenging time, while several other institutions also provide aid to transitioning students.

Newberry, South Carolina – In response to the recent announcement of Limestone University’s closure, Newberry College is stepping up to assist the affected students, faculty, and staff. The transitional president of Newberry College, Dr. David Harpool, has emphasized the institution’s commitment to providing a sense of community and continuity during this challenging time.

Newberry College has offered a series of benefits designed to make the transfer process as seamless as possible for Limestone students. One of the key advantages includes the guarantee of transfer credit for all completed coursework from Limestone, as long as students maintain the necessary GPA and pass their classes. This commitment seeks to ensure that students do not lose their academic progress amidst the upheaval caused by the closure.

To alleviate financial burdens during the transfer, Newberry is also waiving enrollment fees for students transitioning from Limestone. The college is implementing an accelerated admissions process, allowing students to move quickly into their new academic environment. In addition, Newberry College will match any general institutional aid previously awarded to students at Limestone, further supporting their educational journey.

For those students who prefer to remain off-campus, Newberry will grant automatic commuter status, making the transition smoother for all involved. Faculty and staff from Limestone University will also find support through Newberry College, as they are eligible for tuition remission benefits for themselves and their eligible dependents. Furthermore, Newberry plans to offer comparable tuition remission access to individuals using Limestone’s benefits for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Dr. Harpool has indicated that it is essential to provide dignity, hope, and belonging to individuals affected by Limestone University’s closure. This is a sentiment echoed by other institutions, as several colleges, including Erskine College, Charleston Southern University, Southern Wesleyan University, and Coker University, are also reaching out to support Limestone transfer students.

For example, Erskine College has announced a special $25,000 scholarship for incoming transfer students from Limestone. Similarly, Coker University is offering guaranteed acceptance and a housing grant for students in good academic standing. Young Harris College is providing automatic admission for all Limestone students to facilitate a hassle-free transition.

In an effort to showcase what Newberry College has to offer, the institution will hold a virtual open house aimed at online and graduate programs on May 5, at 6 p.m. This open house will allow prospective students to explore academic opportunities and get a better sense of the campus environment.

Beyond its transfer initiatives, Newberry College is expanding its athletic offerings by introducing a men’s varsity intercollegiate volleyball team, set to begin play in January 2026. Coach Kiko Santos will oversee both the men’s and women’s volleyball programs, which the institution anticipates will enhance the overall athletic experience and retention for student-athletes at Newberry.

Overall, Newberry College is taking significant steps to support the Limestone community amid the changing educational landscape. By offering a range of benefits aimed at assisting students and faculty during this transition, Newberry seeks to reinforce a welcoming atmosphere and provide essential resources to ease the process of adaptation.

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