OUR PARTNERS & PROGRAMS

Partnerships That Drive Access, Outcomes, and Impact

We partner with UNC System institutions to create flexible, career-focused online degree programs. Together, we help more of North Carolina’s working adults achieve their goals, ensuring talent stays and thrives within our state.

Featured Flight Path Partners & Programs

Our three flagship partners launched 100% online Flight Path programs through our full-service partnership. We helped them expand their reach and revenue by effectively serving more adult learners, from market research and program design to marketing, enrollment, and student success.

Appalachian State University

One of the fastest-growing institutions in the state, App State is accelerating its growth by engaging more heavily with the adult learner demographic through its collaboration with Project Kitty Hawk.

App State Online Flight Path Programs
BSBA Accounting
BS Criminal Justice
BS Health Care Management
BSBA Marketing
BS Organizational Leadership & Learning
BSBA Supply Chain Management

East Carolina University

A beacon of higher education in Eastern North Carolina, ECU aims to become a national leader in online learning and sees Project Kitty Hawk as a vital partner in that journey.

ECU Online Flight Path Programs
BS Criminal Justice
BS Information & Cybersecurity Technology
BS Security Studies
BA Psychology

NC Central University

An HBCU rooted in Durham, NCCU was the first university to launch a Flight Path program, recognizing the need to honor its rich legacy while preparing for the future.

NCCU Online Flight Path Programs
Bachelors of Business Administration
BS Health Administration
BS Information Technology
BS Public Health Education
RN to BSN
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

ECU has long been recognized as North Carolina’s leader in online education. Our Partnership with Project Kitty Hawk has amplified our mission to serve the people of Eastern North Carolina and across the state, growing our enrollment and creating opportunity for hundreds of working adults.

– Dr. Philip Rogers, Chancellor of East Carolina University

Our Partners, Our Impact

We help UNC System institutions expand their reach and revenue by effectively serving more adult learners. The ultimate beneficiaries are North Carolina’s adult learners and the employers who rely on their skills. Every student we help advance moves our state closer to its goal of 2 million residents with degrees or credentials by 2030, closing critical workforce gaps across industries and regions.

State & System Partners

As a UNC System affiliate, we align with statewide goals to increase access, improve outcomes, and boost economic mobility for our state’s adult learners.

UNC System Universities

We help North Carolina’s public universities grow online programs that serve the needs of working adults, while maintaining institutional identity and academic quality.

University Leaders

We collaborate with chancellors, provosts, and program directors to uncover opportunities, remove barriers, and achieve sustainable growth.

Faculty & Staff

We support faculty and university staff in designing, launching, and offering high-quality online programs. Instruction, content, and operational decision-making belong to the institution.

Adult Learners

We help universities better serve adult learners through flexible programs, personalized coaching, and tailored support from first inquiry to graduation.

Employers & Industry

We work with North Carolina businesses and military partners to align programs with workforce needs and keep talent and tuition dollars in-state.

Flight Path Programs Launched
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Total Students Served Since PKH Inception
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Flight Path Students Currently Enrolled
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Term-to-Term Flight Path Persistence Rate
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Revenue Generated for Our University Partners

What You Can Expect in Every Partnership

Project Kitty Hawk brings the essential infrastructure to every partnership — combining expert people, streamlined processes, innovative technology, and a mission-aligned nonprofit model.

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Deep Expertise

Our team brings decades of experience in higher education, online learning, and enrollment strategy – ensuring best practices and proven solutions for adult learners. 

Proven Processes

Streamlined workflows and established playbooks that reduce friction, improve the student experience, and support institutional teams.

Scalable Technology

Integrated platforms and tools that enhance communication, track outcomes, and power online operations without adding burden to staff.

Mission-Aligned Model

As a nonprofit with a transparent, fee-for-service approach, our goals are aligned with yours: advancing institutional impact— not revenue sharing or brand dilution.

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