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Pre-Hawk Program

The Pre-Hawk program provides Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) students with a seamless pathway to UNCW through direct admission, blending the strengths of both institutions. With personalized guidance from a dedicated UNCW advisor and mentor, you'll stay on track to meet transfer requirements and fully leverage the program's advantages. Learn more below!

What is Pre-Hawk?

  • The Pre-Hawk program offers Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) students a direct admission experience, combining the best of CFCC and UNCW.
  • UNCW Advisor & Mentor: Dedicated UNCW professional advisor and mentor to ensure you meet transfer requirements and maximize program benefits.
  • You can make academic progress toward your degree while enrolled at CFCC and simultaneously enjoy the UNCW experience by participating in student engagement opportunities.


Program Benefits

  • Early Integration: Familiarize yourself with UNCW’s campus, resources, and culture, ensuring a smooth transition when you transfer.
  • Grow Together: Join a cohort of peers who will journey with you from CFCC to UNCW, forming friendships and study partnerships that last.

Is Pre-Hawk Right for You?

  • You have graduated from high school.
  • Eligible Programs:
    • Associate in Arts (AA)
    • Associate in Science (AS)
    • Associate in Engineering (AE)
    • Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation (AATP)
    • Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation (ASTP)
    • Associate in Fine Arts (AFA)
  • You can maintain a 2.8 CFCC GPA & meet UNCW transfer admission requirements.
  • You get to design your academic path to UNCW, whether transferring after a semester in the program or following the completion of your Associate's Degree.
  • You value community and want to start building connections at UNCW early.
  • You have considered your academic path beyond CFCC and desire UNCW as your future institution.

Application Information & Deadlines

Apply Now with the UNCW Application


The Application must include:

  • A 250-word short answer
  • Students must attach their latest unofficial CFCC transcript 
    • If you have not completed any credits at CFCC, please submit your latest high school transcript or latest college transcript (if applicable). 

Spring 2026 Entry

  • Priority Application Deadline: December 15th, 2025

 *Applications received after the priority deadline will be considered on a space available basis.

 

Interested in learning more?

Contact Us

Valtteri Halonen, Program Manager

Questions about the Pre-Hawk Program? You can reach out to the Program Manager!

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