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Welcome College Transfer Students!

We are delighted that you have chosen Forsyth Tech as your first step toward your baccalaureate degree. You are in good company as our college transfer program is the largest degree seeking program on campus with more than 1,500 students currently enrolled in the program. Our college transfer students are as diverse as the rest of our population with some attending part-time and others full-time. Some are fresh out of high school, while others are returning to school to fulfill a life-long goal. Their intended majors range from business to education to nursing to law. They all share, however, a common desire to lay a solid educational foundation on which to build at their four-year school of choice.

There are many advantages to earning your associate degree or even taking some of your courses at Forsyth Tech prior to transferring to a four-year college or university. While it is certainly an economically sound way to earn college credits, there are other important reasons to start here. A recent article in the U.S. News and World Report entitled, “10 Reasons to Pick a Community College” also listed convenience, teaching quality, class size and support services as other advantages to attending a community college. We believe we offer all of that and more at Forsyth Tech. Students graduating from here in recent years have attended local and more distant public and private colleges and universities including: UNC-Greensboro, Winston-Salem State University, Salem College, High Point University, UNC-Charlotte, UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State and UNC-Wilmington, to name a few.

It’s an exciting time and there is much to do and learn as you begin classes, get involved in other activities on campus and prepare to transfer. This handbook is designed to provide you with the tools, definitions and resources you will need to understand the college transfer process and create a plan for a seamless transition to a senior institution. Please read the information carefully and consult with your academic advisor about your plans for transfer.

If you have questions along the way, the College Transfer Program is here to help! We are located in the Student Success Center, 1st Floor Allman Center. Our doors are open and we welcome your questions! Please stop by to see us.

Sincerely,

Tim Groome Katina Barksdale Counselor Academic AdvisorCollege Transfer Program College Transfer Program

Table of Contents

2 Transitions

3Your Program of Study

4Choosing a Major

5Transfer Requirements

6When Can I Transfer

7Benefits of Transfer Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA)

8Transferring to a Senior Institution

9Moving Ahead

10Scheduling Options

11-12Check Sheet: Associate in Arts

13-14Check Sheet:Associate in Science

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Transition from High School to Community Collegel Time Management is key for balancing your time in

class and time for studying, homework and reading, with other responsibilities like work and extracurricular activities. Create a regular schedule that includes blocks of study time and end the habit of cramming!

l Faculty expectations are high. In college, you are expected to be more independent with assignments and do more work outside of the classroom. Faculty are also here to help and you will find most of them to be very approachable. So, don’t hesitate to ask questions!

l Set goals - academic, career and personal. This process begins with knowing your program of study, meeting with your advisor, doing your research into four-year schools and staying connected via Techlink!

l Know where to get help. Forsyth Tech supports students through a wide range of resources including free tutoring, computer labs, services for the disabled and assistance from the Shugart Women’s Center and the James A. Rousseau II Minority Male Mentoring Program. In addition, you should get to know your classmates and faculty members - great study groups can be formed by getting connected with classmates outside of class.

l Get involved. Four-year colleges want students who have established a proven record of college success in the classroom, but they are also looking for well-rounded individuals with interests outside of the classroom. Visit the Student Activities Office for more information on getting involved with Student Government or one of the many clubs on campus.

l Personal Responsibility! You are responsible for registering for classes, knowing important dates throughout the semester, paying tuition on time, submitting Financial Aid applications, etc. etc! Embracing this new level of responsibility is key to your success in college and beyond.

Transition fromFull-Time Work to Full-Time Studentl 12 hours of coursework doesn’t mean you only have

12 hours of work to do each week! Allow several hours per class to complete homework, read assignments and textbooks and study.

l Update computer skills, and make sure your equipment is up-to-date as well (high speed internet access will be invaluable).

l Ask for help with non-school responsibilities! Get family members and friends on board to help with housework, carpooling and meal prep so you have the time you need to devote to your education.

l Working full-time and being a full-time student is VERY TOUGH! It can be done, but if you can cut back on work or take fewer classes it is likely that your grades will improve considerably, your family will like you more and you’ll still be making progress toward your goal. Think of the tortoise and the hare. Taking longer to meet your goal may be the better path for success.

l Get academic help when you need it! Don’t wait until you are drowning. Most Student Services offices are open until 7 pm during the week, and some are open on Saturdays. Use campus resources - your tuition paid for them - tutoring services, computer lab, library, career services, counseling, Shugart Women’s Center, academic advising, etc.

l Stay connected. Get to know your academic advisor, know your program of study and log in to Techlink. All of these resources will assist you as you carefully plan your educational goals and timelines.

l Balance. You have likely gained skills in personal responsibility and time management in your worklife. Now you must learn to balance school, work and family life; be willing to acknowledge limitations; ask for help and set realistic goals and timelines.

TransitionsYou are

taking the first step toward a four-year degree.

Whether you are entering the College Transfer Program as a recent high school graduate or returning to school after years of pursuing a career, your ability to successfully transition to new environments is an important skill to hone.

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Pre-majorsMost often, the best choice is to enroll in the general degree AA or AS and contact the senior institution and your major department there for the specific courses to take at Forsyth Tech. If you know your major but haven’t yet decided where you want to transfer, you can choose an appropriate pre-major and follow those general guidelines.

Associate in ArtsDegree Program CodeAssociate in Arts (General) .........A10100Business ..........................................A1010BMarketing .........................................A1010BFinance .............................................A1010BAccounting ......................................A1010BCriminal Justice ..............................A1010DElementary Education ...................A1010REnglish ..............................................A1010EHistory ..............................................A1010HMiddle Grades Education ..........A1011ANursing .............................................A1010IPhysical Education ........................A1010JPsychology ......................................A1010LSociology .........................................A1010NSocial Work .....................................A1010QSpecial Education .........................A1010Z

Associate in ScienceAssociate in Science (General) ......................................A10400Biology/Biology Education ..........A1040AChemistry/ Chemistry Education ..................A1040B Engineering .....................................A1040DMathematics ....................................A1040EMathematics Education................A1040F

Don’t see your major here? No problem, just choose the general AA or AS degree.

Note: Some technical (AAS) degrees have the same names as some of the AA/AS concentrations listed, but the requirements for the degrees are very different.

Check your program code, not just your program title, to make sure you have enrolled in the program best suited to your educational and professional goals.

Forsyth Tech offers two College Transfer Programs of study:Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Science (AS).

What’s the difference in an AA and an AS?

Which should I choose? The AA degree is designed for students who plan to major in non-scientific liberal arts areas, such as business, criminal justice, education, English, history, nursing, psychology, social work, etc. The AS degree is designed for students who plan to major in math or science-based studies, including math or science education, biology, chemistry, engineering, etc. The AS degree requires higher level math courses in addition to more science courses. The AA degree is the more flexible of the two programs and meets the needs of students who will major in a variety of different areas. Talk with your academic advisor about which degree is best suited for your long term goals. If you do not know what you want to major in, the AA program of study is the best place to start. You can always change your program of study as you do more research and begin to hone in on your specific area of interest. The College also allows students to select a pre-major within the AA or AS (see list at right).

What’s the difference in general AA and AS degrees and pre-majors degrees?

Which should I declare as my program of study? Pre-major refers to a specific plan of study within the AA or AS general degree program. These pre-majors are guidelines developed through negotiations between the NC Community Colleges and the NC University System. If you know what you want to major in, declaring a pre-major can be helpful. If you do not know what you want to major in, a general program of study is suggested. If you know what you want to major in and where you want to transfer, follow the pre-major guidelines, and do your research. Individual colleges and major departments may have additional requirements for their majors that are not listed in the pre-major guidelines. (For example, many business departments now require additional semesters of foreign language for their majors). Knowing early on what you want to major in and which university you’d like to attend will enable you to make better decisions when given options within the general education core. Taking the preferred courses for your major will ensure you are better prepared to enter your major when you transfer to the senior institution. Consult your academic advisor if you are unsure which program to declare.

Your Program of Study

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What about a technical Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree?

Can I still transfer to a four-year school? If you would like to work immediately after you graduate from Forsyth Tech and plan to continue your education later, you may want to consider a technical AAS degree. Forsyth Tech has bilateral agreements with several public and private colleges that allow technical courses to transfer for college credit in specific majors at specific colleges. While this type of transfer is possible, it is not the most efficient path for students wanting to go straight through to earn their baccalaureate degree. The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement and all of its advantages (see page 7) do not apply; the number of courses that transfer is usually less than with an AA or AS degree and a student’s choice of four-year schools can be limited to those with whom we have the bilateral agreement. Consult with a college transfer advisor in the Student Success Center if you are pursuing an AAS degree and plan to transfer to a four-year school.

What if I haven’t decided on a major ora college?

Many students start their college careers undecided and those who have decided on a major often change their minds. It is important, however, that you actively engage in the decision making process now. Don’t wait!

Why do I need to decide NOW on my major? While it is true that all students take a prescribed set of General Education Core courses, there are many options within that core. The courses you take will depend on what you ultimately choose as your major. For example a pre-business major will take different general education courses than a pre-education major.

Need help deciding on a major?Visit the Career Services site in Techlink or drop by the Student Success Center, 1st floor Allman Center, to schedule an appointment with a career counselor. To research four-year colleges, visit the College Foundation of North Carolina at www.cfnc.org or log in to the College Transfer site in Techlink.

The sooner you decide on a major and which four-year schools you would like to attend, the more efficient your transfer experience will be.

Bilateral Agreements are specific agreements between certain programs of study at Forsyth Tech and certain majors at specific colleges and universities. These agreements allow transfer of courses earned as part of an Associate in Applied Science degree that would otherwise not transfer for college credit. For a list of bilateral agreements, visit the College Transfer site in Techlink or see a college transfer advisor in the Student Success Center.

The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) governs transfer between the NC Community College System and the state university system. Under this agreement, students earning an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree are able to transfer all 64 credit hours to senior institutions in the university system, entering the university with junior status. For more information on the CAA, see page 7.

Choosing a Major

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Minimum Course Requirements (MCR)Meeting MCR does not guarantee admission to a senior institution. Applicants who are at least 24 years of age may be exempted from the MCR.

Are you under 24 years of age?

If yes, then while in high school, did you meet the MCR, as stated below?

If your year of graduation was 2004 or 2005, in order to meet MCR you must have completed the following during high school:

l 4 courses in English

l 2 courses in the same foreign language (American Sign Language will fulfill this requirement)

l 3 courses in mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)

l 2 courses in social studies (including one course in U.S. History)

l 3 courses in science (including a course in life or biological science and a course in physical science; at least one laboratory science)

If your graduation year was 2006 to the present, in order to meet MCR you must have completed the following during high school:

l 4 courses in English

l 2 courses in the same foreign language (American Sign Language will fulfill this requirement)

l 4 courses in mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II, and a higher level math for which Algebra II is a prerequisite)

l 2 courses in social studies (including one course in U.S. History)

l 3 courses in science (including a course in life or biological science and a course in physical science; at least one laboratory science)

Transfer Requirements

Students under the age of 24 must meet high school MCR to be considered for admission to a North Carolina system university (as established by the Board of Governors of the University of North Carolina system).

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l Transfer Admission

Students who have met the MCR can transfer:

l At any point a senior institution chooses to accept them. Most senior institutions will consider students for transfer admission with 30 hours or more of any college transferable coursework. Students with less than this may be accepted and transfer individual courses, but they are accepted on the basis of freshman admission standards.

l After completing the Transfer Core Diploma: 44-hours of General Education Core courses (See section A of check sheet, pages 12-15.) A full-time student can usually complete the General Education Diploma in approximately three semesters.

l After completing the Associate Degree: 64-hours total, which includes 44-hours of General Education Core courses, plus 20 hours of electives (See section A and section B of check sheet, pages 11-14). A full-time student can usually complete the AA or AS in approximately four semesters.

Students who did not meet the MCR can be eligible for transfer admission only after completing one of the following options:

l 30 semester hours in these specific courses: l 2 college level English composition courses l 2 college level mathematics courses l 2 college level social science courses l 2 college level science courses l 2 college level foreign language courses

l After completing the Transfer Core Diploma

l After completing the Associate DegreeNote: GED graduates, having left high school early, are almost always deficient in the MRC and therefore, must follow one of the above options in order to transfer (if they are under age 24).

Determining Factors for Deciding When to TransferThere are many factors that will determine the best point of transfer for you. Things to consider include:

Minimum Course Requirements (MCR). If you did not meet the MCRs while in high school, you must complete at least those 30 hours of specific courses (see list at right) in order to be eligible to transfer.

Your high school performance and SAT/ACT scores. If your high school record is not as exemplary as you would like, it is to your benefit to remain at the community college long enough to establish a solid record of success including a good Grade Point Average (GPA) (the higher the better), leadership experience, good references, etc.

Finances. Tuition and fees are less expensive at a community college than at a university. Housing expenses and commuting costs should also be considered.

Your major. There are benefits to transferring early in particular majors like engineering and performing arts, for example.

Public vs. private college for transfer. Decide early where you plan to

transfer and do your research. Several private colleges and universities, both in-state and out-of-state, have signed on to the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA), meaning you would have all the same benefits as transferring to a NC public university. For more information on the CAA, see page 7. For a list of these private schools that honor the CAA, please visit the College Transfer site in Techlink.

When Can I Transfer?

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Comprehensive Articulation AgreementWhat is it and why is it important to me?

The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) is an agreement governing transfer between the North Carolina Community College System and the University System of North Carolina. The agreement went into effect the fall of 1997. Under the CAA, a student earning the General Education Diploma or the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degrees is guaranteed several benefits upon transfer.

Students who complete the 44-hour General Education core, with a “C” or better in all classes: l Fulfillment of the MCR in effect at the time of high school graduation

l Completion of the lower division general education component

All students: Granted academic credit for specific courses completed with a grade of “C” or better per the CAA Transfer Course List. To view or download a copy of the Transfer Course List, visit the College Transfer site in Techlink.

Students who complete the AA or AS degree, with a “C” or better in all classes: l Fulfillment of the MCR in effect at the time of high school graduation

l Completion of the lower division general education requirements

l Granted “junior” academic status

l Granted 64 semester-hours of credit transferred

l Admission to one UNC institution per the Transfer Assured Admissions Policy (TAAP). For details on the TAAP, visit: http://www1.cfnc.org/externalscripts/TAAP/default.asp

Students must meet the receiving institution’s foreign language and/or health and physical education requirements, if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution. Foreign language requirements can typically be met by taking two semesters of a foreign language as part of the general education core humanities requirement.

Note: The CAA does not apply in cases where a student has transfer credit from a college or university that is not fully regionally accredited; has credit based on quarter hours; or is using CLEP credit as part of their degree program.

CAA: Diploma and Associate Degree

Transfer Core Diploma = 44 hours in the General Education Core:

Associate in Arts (A10100): 2 English composition 4 social/behavioral science 4 humanities/fine arts 2 mathematics 2 natural scienceAssociate in Science (A10400): 2 English composition 3 social/behavioral science 3 humanities/fine arts 5 natural science/mathematics

With a “C” or better in every course, you can transfer all courses to the institution that accepts you. You may, however, be required to take 2-4 semesters of a foreign language as an additional requirement before or after transfer.

Associate in Arts/Science Degrees = 64 hours of General Education Core plus 20 hours of electives.

With a “C” or better in every course, you can transfer all courses and will be granted junior status at the senior institution.

*See check sheet for course options pages 11-14

Benefits of Transfer

To view the entire CAA,

visit http://www.northcarolina.edu/aa/articulation/index.htm or visit the College

Transfer site in Techlink.

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What if I transfer to my four-year school before completing the 44-hour General Education Core OR have earned credits from colleges that are not part of the NC Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (for example, an out-of-state school)?

The CAA does not apply and the senior institution will review your coursework and award credit on a course-by-course basis. Lists of course equivalencies and recommended courses for meeting general education requirements are often posted on university websites. You may also consult with your academic advisor if you fall into one of these categories.

Which courses won’t transfer to my four-year school?

Developmental courses, those courses designed to prepare you for college level coursework, begin with a “0” and do not transfer (RED 090 and BIO 094, for example). Most technical courses do not transfer, unless a specific senior institution has signed a bilateral agreement with Forsyth Tech for a specific program of study. The best way to determine if a course is transferrable to a four-year institution is to check the course description in the online catalog.

Alternative CreditEnd-of-Course High School Test

Course equivalencies can be awarded for a combination of high-school course and end-of-course test for VOCATS, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate. The tables below include only full-transfer courses. See the current catalog under “Admissions” for additional scores and courses.

VOCATS scores of 80 or better and grades of “B” or better:Principles of Business & Personal Finance ...............................BUS 110Business Law .........................................BUS 115 Business Management & Application ..........................................BUS 137Computer Applications .........................CIS 110Technology Studies ............................. HUM 110

Advanced Placement Test scores, completion of AP courses & AP scores of 3 or better:English-Lang/Comp ............................ ENG 111English-Comp/Lit ................................. ENG 112Spanish-Language.................................SPA 111Spanish- Language (score 5)...............SPA 111 & 112Math AB ...................................................MAT 271Math BC (score 5)....................MAT 271 & 272Statistics ...................................MAT 151 & 151ABiology ...................................................... BIO 111Biology (score 5) ....................... BIO 111 & 112Chemistry ...............................................CHM 151Chemistry (score 5) ................CHM 151 & 152Computer Science A .......................... CSC 151Physics ..................................................... PHY 151Physics (score 5) ..................... PHY 151 & 152Psychology ..............................................PSY 150Environmental Science .................................BIO 140 & 140AGovernment & Politics ......................... POL 120Government: Comparative ................. POL 210US History ................................................HIS 131US History (score 5) .................HIS 131 & 132European History ....................................HIS 121European History (score 5) .....................HIS 121 & 122Microeconomics ................................... ECO 251Macroeconomics ................................. ECO 252

International Baccalaureate. Grades and test scores for International Baccalaureate courses should be mailed to the Admissions Office at Forsyth Tech and will be evaluated by our Records Office.

How can I improve my chances for admission intomy preferred college or university?

Earn and maintain a high GPA

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Transferring to a Senior Institution

Credit Transfer. All transcripts and test scores should be mailed directly to Forsyth Tech’s Admissions Office immediately after you submit your Online Application for Admission to us. The Records Office in Room 106, Allman Center, Main Campus will evaluate your incoming transcripts and test scores for courses equivalent to those offered by Forsyth Tech. See Web Advisor in your Techlink account for your academic information, including transfer and placement-test equivalencies.

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Transition from Community College to four-year College or UniversityMany of the skills you hone at the community college will serve you well at your four-year school and will continue to be expected: being independent, knowing your faculty, being connected (campus email), understanding major requirements, etc. In addition, consider the following:

l Be assertive! Students often experience the “small fish in a big sea” dilemma as they transition to a four-year university or college. Don’t get lost - ask questions and make contacts with advisors, faculty and others who can help navigate this new, bigger “sea.”

l Be aware of admissions requirements and meet deadlines for admissions, residence life, financial aid, registration, etc.

l Allow time to learn to navigate a new, usually larger campus - get a map, find your classrooms, know where to park.

l Hone interpersonal skills to deal with roommates, new relationships, personal boundaries.

l Be financially responsible - learn to budget and avoid too much debt.

l Plan carefully - some courses are only offered during certain semesters - ask your advisor!

l Know graduation requirements.

l Get to know campus resources, such as career services, and find ways to get internships or volunteer opportunities while in school. This will enhance your marketability. Make connections in your field of study as this will assist you when it comes time to land a job!

Moving Ahead

Research indicates

community college

students are much more

successful at four-year

institutions if they complete

the entire degree before

transfer.

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Four Options

for Scheduling1. Associate in Arts

and Associate in Science degrees - Main Campus

2. Associate in Arts, full degree - Swisher Center in Kernersville

3. Online - anywhere you have 24 hour internet access

4. Fast Track - entire degree in one year; four 8-week terms - Main Campus. Contact Dr. Robin Harvey at 336.734.7972 or rharvey@forsythtech.edu for more information on Fast Track.

If I have questions here at Forsyth Tech, who do I see?

Mid-way through your first semester here at Forsyth Tech you will be assigned an advisor. You can find your advisor’s name and contact information in Techlink. This advisor is usually a faculty member within your division (College Transfer students will work with faculty advisors in the Arts & Sciences division). You will have opportunities to meet with your academic advisor throughout the year and especially before the registration period each semester. You are also welcome to meet with college transfer advisors Tim Groome and Katina Barksdale in the Student Success Center. Tim and Katina are happy to answer questions for prospective students and currently enrolled students.

Visit the College Transfer site in Techlink regularly for announcements, links to helpful websites and more info on four-year schools.

Techlink > Arts and Science > College Transfer

Scheduling Options

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Check Sheet Use this check sheet to choose your courses. Add to the list any developmental courses you need. Check the catalog for prerequisites for all courses. See your advisor for additional information.

Composition (6 hours/2 courses)

Social/Behavioral Science

(12 hours/4 courses)Natural Science

(8 hours/2 courses)Required: Choose 1 History: Choose 2:ENG 111 (3) Expository HIS 111 (3) World Civilization I BIO 110 (4) Principles of Biology

Choose 1 Research W riting: HIS 112 (3) World Civilization II BIO 111 (4) General Biology I

ENG 112 (3) Argument-Based HIS 121 (3) Western Civilization I BIO 112 (4) General Biology II

ENG 113 (3) Literature-Based HIS 122 (3) Western Civilization II BIO 140/140A (4) Environmental Biology

ENG 114 (3) Professional HIS 131 (3) American History I CHM 131/131A (4) Intro to Chemistry

Humanities/Fine Arts HIS 132 (3) American History II CHM 132 (4) Organic & Biochem

(12 hours/4 courses) Choose 3 Courses: CHM 151 (4) General Chemistry I

Choose 1 Literature: (prereq. = both ENG Comp) ANT 210 (3) Gen Anthropology CHM 152 (4) General Chemistry II

ENG 131 (3) Intro to Literature ANT 220 (3) Cult Anthropology GEL 111 (4) Intro Geology

ENG 231 (3) American Lit I ECO 251 (3) Princ Microeconomics GEL 113 (4) Historical Geology

ENG 232 (3) American Lit II ECO 252 (3) Princ Macroeconomics PHY 110/110A (4) Conceptual Physics

ENG 241 (3) British Lit I GEO 111 (3) World Regional Geography PHY 151 (4) College Physics I

ENG 242 (3) British Lit II GEO 112 (3) Cultural Geography PHY 152 (4) College Physics II

ENG 261 (3) World Lit I 1 Additional History (see HIS options above) PHY 251 (4) General Physics I

ENG 262 (3) World Lit II POL 110 (3) Intro to Political Science PHY 252 (4) General Physics II

Choose 1 Communication: POL 120 (3) American GovernmentDevelopmental/Non-Degree Coursework: Placement based on test scores and/or previous academic work. None count toward degree or transfer credit. RED 090 & ENG 090 required before ENG 111. MAT 080 required before any transfer math.

COM 110 (3) Intro to Communication POL 220 (3) International

COM 120 (3) Intro Interpersonal PSY 150 (3) General Psychology

COM 231 (3) Public Speaking PSY 237 (3) Social Psychology

Choose 2 Humanities: PSY 241 (3) Developmental Psychology

ART 111 (3) Art Appreciation PSY 281 (3) Abnormal Psychology

1 Additional Literature (prereq. = both ENG Comp) SOC 210 (3) Intro to Sociology

HUM 110 (3) Technology & Society SOC 213 (3) Sociology of Family ACA 090 (3) Study Skills

HUM 115 (3) Critical Thinking SOC 225 (3) Social Diversity BIO 094 (4) Concepts of Human Biology

HUM 120 (3) Cultural Studies Mathematics

(6 hours/2 courses)

CHM 090 (4) Chemistry Concepts

HUM 121 (3) Nature of America ENG 070 (4) Basic Language Skills

HUM 130 (3) Myth in Human Cult Choose 2 (Must Choose one with *) ENG 080 (4) Writing Foundations

HUM 150 (3) Am Women’s St CIS 115 (3) Intro Prog & Logic ENG 090 (4) Composition Strategies

HUM 160 (3) Intro to Film MAT 140* (3) Survey of Math MAT 060 (4) Essential Mathematics

HUM 220 (3) Human Values MAT 141* (3) Math Concepts I MAT 070 (4) Introductory Algebra

MUS 110 (3) Music Appreciation MAT 155 (3) Statistics Analysis MAT 080 (4) Intermediate Algebra

PHI 215 (3) Philosophical Issues MAT 161* (3) College Algebra RED 070 (4) Essential Reading Skills

PHI 240 (3) Intro to Ethics MAT 162* (3) College Trigonometry RED 080 (4)) Intro to College Reading

REL 110 (3) World Religions MAT 165 (3) Finite Math RED 090 (4) Improved College Reading

REL 211 (3) Intro Old Testament MAT 175* (4) Precalculus SPA 110 (2) Intro to Spanish

REL 212 (3) Intro New Testament MAT 263 (3) Brief Calculus

REL 221 (3) Religion in America MAT 271* (4) Calculus I

RUS/SPA/FRE 111 (3) *Elementary I MAT 272 (4) Calculus II

RUS/SPA/FRE 112 (3) *Elementary II MAT 273 (4) Calculus III

RUS/SPA/FRE 211 (3) *Intermediate ICheck online catalog for prerequisites.

RUS/SPA/FRE 212 (3) *Intermediate II

*NOTE: 2-4 semesters of 1 foreign language recommended before transfer.

Section A. General Education Core ( 44 Semester Hours)

ASSOCIATe In ARTS DegRee (AA) > (64-65 semester hours total) > [CAA] > (A10100)

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Required: Courses in Section A and Section B should be chosen in consultation with your advisor and the four-year institution and department into which you wish to transfer. The higher your GPA, the more likely you are to be accepted by the institution and the department of your choice. See recommended choices below and consult your senior institution.

CIS 110 (3) Intro to Computers

PED 110 (2) Fit & Well for Life

1 PED activity (1) [See course schedule]

Choose 14 additional hours from any college transferable course; general education core course or elective courses. (Choose from Section A or below) (Note: To know if a course is transferable, look at the Online Course Catalog. Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) courses

are marked with an a o ).ACA 122 (1) College Transfer CJC 111 (3) Intro to Criminal Justice HIS 231 (3) Recent Am History

ACC 120 (4) Financial Accounting CJC 121 (3) Law Enforcement HUM 170 (3) Holocaust

ACC 121 (4) Managerial Accounting CJC 141 (3) Corrections JOU 110 (3) Intro to Journalism

ART 131 (3) Drawing I CSC 134 (3) C++ Programming JOU 216 (3) Writing Mass Media

ART 171 (3) Computer Art I CSC 136 (3) Fortran JOU 217 (3) Feature/Editorial

BIO 163 (5) Basic Anat/Physiology CSC 139 (3) Visual BASIC MAT 141A (1) MAT 141 Lab

BIO 165 (4) Anat/Physiology I CSC 151 (3) JAVA MAT 151A (1) MAT 151 Lab

BIO 166 (4) Anat/Physiology II CSC 239 (3) Adv Visual BASIC MAT 155A (1) MAT 155 Lab

BIO 175 (3) General Microbiology CTS 115 (3) Info Systems MAT 161A (1) MAT 161 Lab

BIO 250 (4) Genetics EDU 144 (3) Child Development I MAT 165A (1) MAT 165 Lab

BIO 271 (3) Pathophysiology EDU 145 (3) Child Development II MAT 167 (3) Discrete Math

BIO 275 (4) Microbiology EDU 146 (3) Child Guidance MAT 167A (1) MAT 167 Lab

BIO 285 (4) Research & Meas’t ENG 125 (3) Creative Writing I MAT 175A (1) MAT 175 Lab

BUS 110 (3) Intro to Business ENG 126 (3) Creative Writing II MAT 263A (1) MAT 263 Lab

BUS 115 (3) Business Law I ENG 273 (3) African-Am Literature MAT 280 (3) Linear Algebra

BUS 137 (3) Princ of Management ENG 275 (3) Am Women’s Studies MAT 285 (3) Differential Equations

CHM 130/130A (4) Gen, Org, Biochem GEO 131 (4) Physical Geography I POL 130 (3) State & Local Government

CHM 251 (4) Organic Chemistry I GIS 111 (3) Intro to GIS PSY 231 (3) Forensic Psychology

CHM 252 (4) Organic Chemistry II HEA 110 (3) Personal Health SOC 215 (3) Group Processes

CHM 263 (5) Analytical Chemistry HIS 221 (3) African-Am History SPA 141 (3) Culture & Civilization

Pre-Major Guidelines: Consult your advisor regarding state-recommended choices for the following concentrations built on the AA degree.

Degree Code Concentration Required:A1010B Business ECO 251 & 252; MAT 161 or 175; MAT 263 or 271; ACC 120 & 121; MAT 151 or 155.

A1010D Criminal Justice 120, PSY 150, SOC 210; CJC 111, 121, & 141.

A1010R Elementary Education ENG 112 or 113; PSY 150; SOC 210 or 225; ENG 131, 231, or 232; COM 231; ART 111 or MUS 110; BIO 110 or 111; CHM 131/131A or CHM 151 or PHY 110/110A or PHY 151; MAT 140 & 161. Recommended: 14 hours in one corollary-studies area. See advisor.

A1010E English ENG 112 or 113; 2nd literature; 2nd history. Recommended: Foreign language through 212.

A1010H History Recommended: HIS 111 & 112 or HIS 131 & 132; no more than 12 hours HIS.

A1011A Middle Grades EducHIS 111, 112, 121, or 122; PSY 150; SOC 210 or 225; COM 231; ENG 131, 231, or 232; ART 111 or MUS 110; BIO 110 or 111; CHM 131/131A or CHM 151 or PHY 110/110A or PHY 151; MAT 141 or 161 or higher. Recommended: 14 hours in 2 of 4 corollary-studies areas. See advisor.

A1010I Nursing PSY 150 & 241; SOC 210; CHM 131/131A & 132 or CHM 151 & 152; MAT 161 or higher; MAT 151 or 155; PSY 281; SOC 213; BIO 165 & 166; BIO 175 or 275.

A1010J Physical Education 2nd PED activity. Recommended: ENG 112.

A1010L Psychology PSY 150; BIO 110 or 111; MAT 161 or higher.

A1010N Sociology SOC 210; SOC 213, 220, or 225. Recommended: MAT 151 or 155.

A1010Q Social Work POL 120, PSY 150, SOC 210; MAT 161 or 175. Recommended: BIO 110 or (BIO 111 & 112); MAT 151; ANT 210, ECO 251 & 252, HIS 112, 122, 132; PSY 241, 281; SPA 111, 112.

A1010Z Special EducationENG 131, 231, or 232; COM 231; ART 111 or MUS 110; HIS 111, 112, 121, or 122; PSY 150; SOC 210 or 225; BIO 110 or 111; CHM 131/131A or CHM 151 or PHY 110/110A or PHY 151. Recommended: 14 hours from 1 of 4 options. See advisor.

Section B. Electives (20-21 hours) ASSOCIATe In ARTS DegRee (AA) > (A10100)

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Composition (6 hours/2 courses)

Social/Behavioral Science (9 hours/3 courses)

Additional math and science (6+ hours/2 courses) Choose any general ed math, science or computer science course. See online catalog for full list of options.Required: Choose 1 History:

ENG 111 (3) Expository HIS 111 (3) World Civilization I BIO 110 (4) Principles of Biology

Choose 1 Research Writing: HIS 112 (3) World Civilization II BIO 140/140A (4) Environmental Biology

ENG 112 (3) Argument-Based HIS 121 (3) Western Civilization I CHM 131/131A (4) Intro to Chemistry

ENG 113 (3) Literature-Based HIS 122 (3) Western Civilization II CHM 132 (4) Organic & Biochemistry

ENG 114 (3) Professional HIS 131 (3) American History I CHM 151 (4) General Chemistry I

Humanities/Fine Arts (9 hours/3 courses)

HIS 132 (3) American History II CHM 152 (4) General Chemistry II

Choose 2 Courses: GEL 111 (4) Intro Geology

Choose 1 Literature: (prereq. = both ENG Comp) ANT 210 (3) Gen Anthropology GEL 113 (4) Historical Geology

ENG 131 (3) Intro to Literature ANT 220 (3) Cult Anthropology MAT 155 (3) Statistical Analysis

ENG 231 (3) American Lit I ECO 251 (3) Princ Microeconomics MAT 161 (3) College Algebra

ENG 232 (3) American Lit II ECO 252 (3) Princ Macroeconomics MAT 162 (3) College Trigonometry

ENG 241 (3) British Lit I GEO 111 (3) World Regional Geography MAT 175 (4) Precalculus

ENG 242 (3) British Lit II GEO 112 (3) Cultural Geography MAT 263 (3) Brief Calculus

ENG 261 (3) World Lit I POL 110 (3) Intro to Political Science MAT 271 (4) Calculus I

ENG 262 (3) World Lit II POL 120 (3) American Government MAT 272 (4) Calculus II

Choose 1 Communication: POL 210 (3) Comparative Government MAT 273 (4) Calculus III

COM 110 (3) Intro to Communication POL 220 (3) International PHY 110/110A (4) Conceptual Physics

COM 120 (3) Intro Interpersonal PSY 150 (3) General Psychology PHY 151 (4) College Physics I

COM 231 (3) Public Speaking PSY 241 (3) Developmental PHY 152 (4) College Physics II

Choose 1 Course: PSY 281 (3) Abnormal PHY 251 (4) General Physics I

ART 111 (3) Art Appreciation PSY 237 Social Psychology PHY 252 (4) General Physics II

HUM 110 (3) Technology & Society SOC 210 (3) Intro to SociologyDevelopmental/Non-Degree Coursework: Placement based on test scores and/or previous academic work. None count toward degree or transfer credit. RED 090 & ENG 090 required before ENG 111. MAT 080 required before any transfer math.

HUM 115 (3) Critical Thinking SOC 213 (3) Sociology of Family

HUM 120 (3) Cultural Studies SOC 225 (3) Social Diversity

HUM 121 (3) Nature of America Mathematics (6 hours/2 courses)HUM 130 (3) Myth in Human Cult

HUM 150 (3) Am Women’s St Choose 2 Courses Must choose 1 *

HUM 160 (3) Intro to Film CIS 115 (3) Intro Prog & Logic

HUM 220 (3) Human Values MAT 151 (3) Statistics I ACA 090 (3) Study Skills

MUS 110 (3) Music Appreciation MAT 155 (3) Statistical Analysis BIO 094 (4) Concepts of Human Bio

PHI 215 (3) Philosophical Issues MAT 175* (4) Precalculus CHM 090 (4) Chemistry Concepts

PHI 240 (3) Intro to Ethics MAT 263* (3) Brief Calculus ENG 070 (4) Basic Language Skills

REL 110 (3) World Religions MAT 271* (4) Calculus I ENG 080 (4) Writing Foundations

REL 211 (3) Intro Old Testament MAT 272* (4) Calculus II ENG 090 (4) Composition Strategies

REL 212 (3) Intro to New Testament MAT 273* (4) Calculus III MAT 060 (4) Essential Mathematics

REL 221 (3) Religion in America Natural Science

(8 hours/2 courses)

MAT 070 (4) Introductory Algebra

RUS/SPA/FRE 111 (3) *Elementary I MAT 080 (4) Intermediate Algebra

RUS/SPA/FRE 112 (3) *Elementary II Choose 1 pair: RED 070 (4) Essential Reading Skills

RUS/SPA /FRE 211 (3) *Intermediate I BIO 111 (4) & 112 (4) General Biology I & II RED 080 (4)) Intro to College Reading

RUS/SPA/FRE 212 (3) *Intermediate II CHM 151 (4) & 152 (4) General Chemistry I & II RED 090 (4) Improved College Reading

PHY 151 (4) & 152 (4) College Physics I & II SPA 110 (2) Intro to Spanish

*NOTE: 2-4 semesters of 1 foreign language recommended before transfer.

PHY 251 (4) & 252 (4) General Physics I & II

Check online catalog for prerequisites.

ASSOCIATe In SCIenCe DegRee (AS) . (64-65 semester hours total) . [CAA] . (A10400)

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ASSOCIATe In SCIenCe (AS) . (A10400)

Required: Courses in Section A and Section B should be chosen in consultation with your advisor and the four-year institution and department into which you wish to transfer. The higher your GPA, the more likely you are to be accepted by the institution and the department of your choice. See recommended choices below and consult your senior institution.

PED 110 (2) Fit & Well for Life

1 PED activity (1) [See course schedule]

Choose 14 hours math/or science general education or elective course (Choose math or natural science from section A or below:

AST 111/111A (4) Descriptive Astronomy CHM 251 (4) Organic Chemistry I

BIO 120 (4) Intro Botany CHM 252 (4) Organic Chemistry II MAT 151A (1) MAT 151 Lab

BIO 130 (4) Intro Zoology CHM 263 (5) Analytical Chemistry MAT 155A (1) MAT 155 Lab

BIO 140/140A (4) Environmental Biology CHM 271/271A (4) Biochemical Princ MAT 161 (3) College Algebra

BIO 163 (5) Basic Anat/Physiology CIS 110 (3) Intro to Computers MAT 161A (1) MAT 161 Lab

BIO 165 (4) Anat/Physiology I CSC 134 (3) C++ Programming MAT 162 (3) College Trigonometry

BIO 166 (4) Anat/Physiology II CSC 136 (3) Fortran MAT 165 (3) Finite Math

BIO 175 (3) General Microbiology CSC 139 (3) Visual BASIC MAT 165A (1) MAT 165 Lab

BIO 250 (4) Genetics CSC 151 (3) JAVA MAT 167 (3) Discrete Math

BIO 271 (3) Pathophysiology CSC 239 (3) Adv Visual BASIC MAT 167A (1) MAT 167 Lab

BIO 275 (4) Microbiology CTS 115 (3) Info Systems MAT 175A (1) MAT 175 Lab

BIO 285 (4) Research & Meas’t GEL 111 (4) Intro Geology MAT 263A (1) MAT 263 Lab

CHM 130/130A (4) Gen, Org, Biochem GEL 113 (4) Historical Geology MAT 280 (3) Linear Algebra

CHM 131/131A (4) Intro to Chemistry GEL 120 (4) Physical Geology MAT 285 (3) Differential Equations

CHM 132 (4) Organic & Biochem GEL 230 (4) Environmental Geology

Choose 3 additional hours - any college transferable course. (Note: To know if a course is transferable, look for the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) statement located in the course description in the catalog. These CAA transferable courses are also marked A in the online course catalog.

Pre-Major Guidelines: Consult your advisor regarding state-recommended choices for the following concentrations built on the AA degree.

Degree Code Concentration Required:

A1040A Biology/Bio Education 46 hours General Education + 18-19 hours Electives. CHM 151 & 152; BIO 111; BIO 112 or 120 or 130. Recommended: CHM 251 & 252; PHY 151 & 152; PHY 251 & 252; 1 additional BIO.

A1040B Chemistry/Chemistry Education

COM 231; CHM 151, 152, 251, 252; PHY 251, 252; MAT 271 & 272; 1 CIS or CSC; no PED. Recommended: PSY 150; MAT 273.

A1040D Engineering PHY 251 & 252; CHM 151 & 152; MAT 271, 272, 273, 285; CSC 134, 136, or 151; 1 additional science or math or computer science.

A1040E MathematicsPHY 251 & 252; MAT 175, 271, 272, 273, 280, & 285; CSC 134, 136, or 151; 1 additional science, math, or computer science; 1 additional s/b science from Section A; 1 additional humanities from Section A; no PED.

A1040F Mathematics EducationPSY 150 & 241; PHY 251 & 252; MAT 175, 271, 272, 273, 280, & 285; EDU 216; CSC 134, 136, or 151; 1 additional s/b science from Section A of A10400; 1 additional humanities from Section A of A10400; no PED.

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