A.S. Degrees
The Associate of Science (AS) Degree provides students with both breadth and depth of knowledge in science and math that prepares them for transfer into a bachelor degree program at a four-year college or university. Students looking to transfer with guaranteed junior standing in a specific field of study may pursue an associate of science degree with designation in: biology, chemistry*, geology, fermentation sciences, horticulture business management, environmental horticulture-landscape business, mathematics, physics, or psychology.
Many students find tailoring the AS Degree works well in biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. Students should work with an advisor to determine which pathway is best for them.
While a student may tailor the general Associate of Science (AS) Degree to prepare for specific transfer options, all official documents and diplomas issued by the college will only indicate the awarding of an Associate of Science Degree without an indication of a more specific area of study unless the student completes the requirements for an associate of science degree with designation.
*Please note that the AS degree with designation in chemistry requires a student to complete a reverse transfer within 30 hours or 12 calendar months. The student must transfer one gtPathways approved course in Arts and Humanities and in Social and Behavioral Sciences from the university back to FRCC to earn their AS degree with a Chemistry designation.