Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degrees
Program Overview
University Program Information
The university offers various associate degree programs, including Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degrees. These programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education and prepare them for transfer to four-year institutions.
Associate Degree for Transfer
The Associate Degree for Transfer is a specialized degree program that allows students to transfer to California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) systems. The program requires students to complete a set of general education requirements and major-specific coursework.
General Education Requirements
There are four options for general education requirements:
- Option A: Associate in Arts or Associate in Science General Education Requirements
- Option B: California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements and Associate's Degree
- Option C: Transfer Pattern to the UC and CSU systems and Associate's Degree General Ed Requirements
- Option D: IGETC for STEM (for Biology AS-T Only)
Major Requirements
The university offers a range of majors, including Career Technical Education majors and Certificate of Achievement programs. Students can choose from multiple majors, and the coursework requirements vary depending on the major. The major term effective and major selection processes are also outlined in the program requirements.
List of Majors
A list of available majors is provided, allowing students to explore their options and choose a program that aligns with their academic and career goals.
Degree Requirements
The degree requirements include completion of general education coursework, major-specific coursework, and elective courses. Students must also meet the continuous enrollment requirement and maintain a minimum GPA to remain in good standing.
Additional Associate's Degrees
The university offers additional associate's degrees, including transfer credit evaluation and degree honors. Students can also pursue multiple majors and coursework requirements, which are outlined in the program details.
Transfer Credit Evaluation
The university evaluates transfer credits from other institutions, allowing students to apply previously earned credits towards their degree. The transfer credit evaluation process is designed to ensure that students receive credit for relevant coursework completed at other institutions.
Degree Honors
The university awards degree honors to students who demonstrate academic excellence. The degree honors requirements are outlined in the program details, and students can strive to achieve this recognition by maintaining a high GPA and completing challenging coursework.
