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Catalog Display Name

Associate of Science

Catalog Full Description

The Associate of Science degree is designed for students who intend to transfer with junior status to a four-year college or university for a bachelor of science degree.

This degree allows early choices for those planning a professional career in mathematics, science, engineering, technology, medicine, agriculture or related field.

Mission

The mission of the Associate of Science Degree Program is to provide the academic knowledge and skills for successful transfer to meet higher education goals.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 6 credits from the following:
Completion requirement

Students must choose a minimum of 8 units from Group A.

Earn at least 8 credits from the following:

Choose up to 4 credits from the following:

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Note: Completion of the Associate of Science program requirements fulfills the respective mathematics and science general education requirements.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 6 credits from the following:
Earn at least 3 credits from the following:

* Some courses may not meet the fine arts requirement at all universities. Please see an advisor.

Earn at least 3 credits from the following:

UNR transfer students, choose at least one of the following courses:
Core Humanities: 201, 202
History: 105, 106
Philosophy: 200, 207, 245

See Program Requirements
See Program Requirements
Earn at least 3 credits from the following:
Earn at least 3 credits from the following:

Must meet both requirements.

Completion requirement
Choose a minimum of 19-24 credits of any transferable course.

Choose any transferable course.  Students should utilize this area to take courses that meet requirements for their major at their intended transfer school. Those who have not yet selected a major may choose from among any university transferable courses to explore their options. Students planning to transfer to the University of Nevada, Reno should obtain a transfer agreement from WNC Academic Advising & Access or the UNR Transfer Center.