Associate in Biology Direct Transfer Agreement/Major
Mount Vernon, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 317 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* applications are accepted year round. It is recommended that you allow 2 to 3 weeks prior to desired start quarter
Introduction
The Associate in Biology Direct Transfer Agreement/Major Related Program degree is intended to prepare students to transfer to Washington’s public four-year colleges and universities and many private colleges with junior standing and the majority of the prerequisites for a Biology major completed.
Selecting and planning courses with a science advisor is strongly recommended to ensure a seamless transition to a Biology major program at a specific university or four-year college. Students are encouraged to check with the transfer institution early in their decision process to confirm the degree requirements of the baccalaureate college of choice.
Transfer
If you are considering a major in Biology and transferring to one of the following universities:
- Central Washington University
- Eastern Washington University
- University of Washington
- Washington State University
- Western Washington University
Our Transfer Program Planning Guide is designed to provide you with recommended courses to complete your Biology Direct Transfer/MRP degree. The Biology Major Related Program (MRP) helps prepare you to transfer by requiring specific courses in the first two years that can reduce the time it takes to complete the bachelor’s degree in Biology. Of course, educational plans may vary, based on which quarter you begin, how many credits are taken, placement into Math and English, and your preferred transfer institution.
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Curriculum
Program Maps are an integral part of the Planning Guide. Each Program Map includes a recommended quarterly sequence of courses for a full-time student to earn this degree within two years. The courses align with the appropriate number of credits to meet degree requirements and are designed to help you create an individualized, customized Educational Plan, required of all SVC students. Please consult with an SVC Advisor to schedule courses and develop your personal Educational Plan.
First Year
1st Quarter
- CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Credits: (5)
- CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Credits: (2)
- ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Credits: (5)
- MATH& 141 - Precalculus I Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 17
2nd Quarter
- CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II Credits: (5)
- ENGL& 102 - Composition II Credits: (5)
- MATH& 142 - Precalculus II Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 15
3rd Quarter
- BIOL 295 - Biology Integrative Experience Seminar Credits: (2)
- CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III Credits: (5)
- MATH& 151 - Calculus I Credits: (5)
- Social Science Course (5)
Suggested: ANTH 206, ECON 101, GEOG 100, HIST&, PSYC 100, POLS 101, or SOSC 100. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.
Total Credits: 17
Second Year
4th Quarter
- BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/Evolution Credits: (5)
- CMST& 220 - Public Speaking Credits: (5)
- MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Credits: (5)
Total Credits: 15
5th Quarter
- BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular Biology Credits: (5)
- CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative Experience Seminar Credits: (2)
- Social Science Course (5) preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: ANTH 206, ECON 101, GEOG 100, HIST&, PSYC 100, POLS 101, or SOSC 100. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions. - Humanities Course (5) preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: ART 100, DRMA 101, ENGL 112, ENGL 115, MUSC 105, PHIL 101, PHIL 215, or World Language. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.
Total Credits: 17
6th Quarter
- BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal Physiology Credits: (5)
- PE Activity (1)
- Social Science Course (5) preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: ANTH 206, ECON 101, GEOG 100, HIST&, PSYC 100, POLS 101, or SOSC 100. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions. - Humanities Course (5) preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: ART 100, DRMA 101, ENGL 112, ENGL 115, MUSC 105, PHIL 101, PHIL 215, or World Language. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.
Total Credits: 16
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
- Molecular & Cellular Biologists
- Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Biological Technicians
- Environmental Restoration Planners
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