Reply (Art Carrillo) College of DuPage Signs First of its Kind Transfer Agreements with HBCUs Florida A&M University and Kentucky State University As part of College of DuPage's commitment to educational access and success, COD students now have a simpler path to transfer to historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) thanks to recently signed articulation agreements with Florida A&M University and Kentucky State University. The new agreements will allow COD students who complete a transfer-level associate degree to transfer directly to Florida A&M University or Kentucky State University with junior standing. Subscribe Throughout history, HBCUs and community colleges have played a critical role in diverse student populations seeking to obtain their higher education, said COD President Dr. Brian Caputo.