CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Queens University and Elon University announce merger plans to “expand access, opportunity and educational impact in Charlotte.”

Read the official news release below:

In a timely move that redefines higher education in Charlotte and throughout the region, Elon University with Queens University of Charlotte today announced an intent to merge that will unify the strengths and resources of both institutions to better serve students and the community for decades to come.

The proposed merger comes as Charlotte’s metro population is projected to grow 21% between 2020 and 2034, outpacing both North and South Carolina averages and fueling demand for higher education, professional training, and workforce-ready graduates. Both institutions are strengthened by this merger – a bol

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