Associate of Science Transfer

About the Program

This Major Transfer Map Curriculum Articulation Policy (MTM CAP) outlines specific course requirements for students at any participating Oregon community college who plan to transfer to a participating four-year public university and earn a Bachelor of Science in Biology. A completed Core Transfer Map will transfer to any of the 7 Oregon Public Universities (OPU). A complete MTM-CAP will give students all guarantees listed in this MTM CAP at the participating OPUs listed in this agreement. The MTM CAP is intended for students who know they want to transfer and earn a Bachelor of  Science in Biology, but who are unsure of their intended transfer destination. Students should work with an advisor to ensure they fulfill the requirements of this major transfer map. Students who are certain of both their major and their intended transfer destination should consult an advisor for information on an existing specific articulation agreement or degree map that will prescribe their course requirements. 

These statewide transfer agreements identify the participating community colleges and universities for each transfer map and the specific coursework needed to transfer to a participating Oregon public university as a junior seeking a Bachelor in the given major. For additional information, refer to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission Transfer Map website.

Program Learning Outcomes

The curriculum in RCC courses is derived from a set of identified learning outcomes that are relevant to the discipline. Upon completion of the AST in Biology, students will be able to:

Apply the process of science to biological phenomena.

Use quantitative reasoning to present evidence-based arguments.

Communicate an emerging understanding of the impact of scientific discovery and research on society.

Entry Requirements

Students are required to complete the Placement Process to determine skill level and readiness in math, reading, and writing. As part of their training program, students must begin with the courses within their skill level as determined through the Placement Process.

Advanced Standing

Coursework from accredited colleges and universities will be accepted in accordance with college policies and the Science Department Chair’s approval. In order to ensure coursework is current, program courses over 10 years old must be reviewed and approved by the appropriate department chair before being accepted toward course requirements.

Graduation Requirements

Students must complete a minimum of 90 term credits of lower division collegiate courses with a minimum grade of “C-” or better. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 at the time the Biology Associate of Science Transfer is awarded. Students should also refer to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission Transfer Map website for additional course GPA requirements that may be applicable at their transfer institution.