Associate in Science degrees are awarded to students who complete courses consisting of diverse, introductory level material in preparation for transfer to baccalaureate programs. The basis of study is in communications, the humanities and social sciences, mathematics, science, computer science, and wellness. The primary areas of emphasis are mathematics, science, and computer science.

Program Outcomes:

1. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.
2. Students will use reasoning skills to analyze and solve problems.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of diverse cultures and value systems.
4. Students will apply health-related knowledge to promote physical and mental well-being.

Requirements:

1. Completion of at least 62 semester credits including:
   1. English Composition (ENGL 110  & ENGL 120  or ENGL 125 )
   2. Fundamentals of Public Speaking (COMM 110 )
   3. ND:HUMS, ND:FA, ND:HIST (Min of 6 credits in ND:HUMS, ND:FA, or ND:HIST) & ND:SS (Min of 6 credits in ND:SS)
   4. ND: MATH, ND: LABSC, ND: SCI, ND: COMPSC - Minimum of 3 math credits completed (MATH 103  or higher), one lab science, and one computer science course
   5. Wellness
2. 2.00 (C) minimum institutional grade point average
3. Minimum of 16 credits completed in residence (remedial coursework DOES NOT count)
4. Successful completion of UNIV 100 College Strategies (1 credit) or UNIV 101  College Transitions (1 credit)
5. Maximum of 12 S/U graded credits (program approval required for 13 or more) with only 6 credits from a COOP experience.
6. Maximum of 15 credits of non-traditional college credit (i.e. AP, CLEP, military training, WSC Challenge exam credit, portfolio development, industry training, prior learning, and courses covered under high school articulation agreement)