Transfer Degree Options (AA, AS, AFA, Transfer, MCR)

Associate in Arts |  Associate in Science | Associate in Fine Arts |  Transfer Diploma |  Minimum Course Requirements |

Associate in Arts (AA)

The Associate in Arts degree is designed for students majoring in a liberal arts field who are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university. This program is offered through the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement between the North Carolina Community College System and the University of North Carolina System. Students who complete a pre-major transfer degree will be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to senior institutions in the University of North Carolina System. Graduates will also be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to public institutions outside the state of North Carolina and many private institutions, including those in Guilford County and the greater Piedmont Triad. Through the AA pre-major program, students will earn a marketable credential (an Associate of Arts degree) that can be used for both college transfer and to seek employment while pursuing a Bachelor degree.

For a list of AA pre-major curriculum options and program plans (list of classes needed for graduation), please click here.

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Associate in Science (AS)

The Associate in Science degree program is designed for students who intend to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the science disciplines or a Bachelor's degree in a professional school which requires a strong background in mathematics and sciences prior to admission to the major. This program is offered through the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement between the North Carolina Community College System and the University of North Carolina System. Students who complete a pre-major transfer degree will be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to senior institutions in the University of North Carolina System. Graduates will also be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to public institutions outside the state of North Carolina and many private institutions, including those in Guilford County and the greater Piedmont Triad. Through the AS pre-major program, students will earn a marketable credential (an Associate of Science degree) that can be used for both college transfer and to seek employment while pursuing a Bachelor degree.

For a list of AS pre-major curriculum options and program plans (list of classes needed for graduation), please click here.

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Associate in Fine Arts (AFA)

The Associate in Fine Arts Degree (AFA) is available for students pusuing Bachelor degrees in the drama or music fields. This program is offered through the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement between the North Carolina Community College System and the University of North Carolina System. Students who complete a pre-major transfer degree will be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to senior institutions in the University of North Carolina System. Graduates will also be eligible to be considered for admission with junior class standing to public institutions outside the state of North Carolina and many private institutions, including those in Guilford County and the greater Piedmont Triad. Through the AFA pre-major program, students will earn a marketable credential (an Associate of Fine Arts degree) that can be used for both college transfer and to seek employment while pursuing a Bachelor degree.

For a list of AFA pre-major curriculum options and program plans (list of classes needed for graduation), please click here.

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Transfer Diploma Readiness

The Diploma of Transfer Readiness is designed for students who do not intend to complete the associate degree, but do want to transfer to a four-year institution. Students who complete the entire general education core as outlined will meet the 44 credit hour requirement for this diploma and will meet the general education core at any North Carolina system university or articulation agreement partners. The diploma, while not a 'permanent credential in the sense of the A.A. or A.S. degree, does serve as a marker on students' transcripts so the universities know the general education core is complete.

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Minimum Course Requirements (MCR)

Students who do not meet freshman admissions requirements to a four year North Carolina college or university (based on High School grades or test scores) must earn a minimum of 24 or 30 transferable credits in specific courses to meet the Minimum Course Requirement. Students who did not complete their required high school units must earn credits in the following areas: English, Math, Social Science and Natural Science. Those graduating high school in 2004 or beyond must also meet a Foreign Language requirement. Students should contact the admissions office of the institution they plan on transfering to for additional requirements (ask about foreign language requirements).

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If you are unsure which educational track to take or need assistance choosing a college major, please contact the Academic Advising Department's Career Services team.