Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major

Associate of Science
Virginia Western Community College

Do you like using your hands and your mind? Are you passionate about finding a career that can affect the lives of everyone around you by finding new treatments for diseases like cancer or diabetes, discovering new energy sources and cleaning up the environment, or making sure people have food and clean water? Do you want to help solve crimes by studying the evidence left behind? If so, the A.S Science: Biotechnology degree at Virginia Western Community College can help you reach these goals. Th


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Western Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
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Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major
63
Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major
63
SCIENCE: BIOTECHNOLOGY MAJOR
63
BIO 101
4
BIO 101 RQ
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
ENG 111 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 161 PreCalculus I
3
MTH 161 PRECALC
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 101 - Orientation to Science
2
SDV 101 - Science
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ITE 152
3
ITE 152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 150
4
BIO 150
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 250
3
BIO 250
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 255
2
BIO 255
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE
3
SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 112
3
ENG 112 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Immunology
3
BIO220 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 253
3
BIO 253
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHM 111 and 112 RQ
8
CHM 111/112 RQ
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CSC 221
3
CSC 221
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 252 or BIO 251 RQ
4
BIO 252 or BIO 251 RQ
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HIS 121
3
HIS1 21
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220
3
PHI 220 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENGLISH LITERATURE ELECTIVE
3
English Literature ELE 3
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 245 STATISTICS I
3
MTH 245 STATISTICS I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Western Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
519
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the Virginia Community College System, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 8,500 students in credit courses and more than 1,200 enrollments in accelerated career training and continuing education courses.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
First Year Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Computer ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science in EngineeringAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate in Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate in Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science - Mathematics MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science - Biotechnology Laboratory TechnicianAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearNot Specified
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Computer ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Health SciencesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearHybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Science: Computational & Data Science MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Science: Mathematics MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeEducation: Grades 6-12 Social Studies Education Major, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeEducation: Elementary Education Major, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeEngineering, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Science in BiotechnologyAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Physical and Natural ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science/EducationAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science/Math EducationAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Science - Major in BiologyAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Degree - Chemistry MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Science - Major in MathematicsAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Science - Major in Medical Lab ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Natural ResourcesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree Mathematics MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Science in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Central Virginia Community CollegeAS in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a Business Administration MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a Criminal Justice MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with an Elementary Education (PreK-6) MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a Health Science MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a Psychology MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a Social Work MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Science Degree with a STEM MajorAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
11-9121.01Clinical Research CoordinatorsPlan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.Management Occupations
11-9121.00Natural Sciences ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.Management Occupations
25-1199.00Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherAll postsecondary teachers not listed separately.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
25-2031.00Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical EducationTeach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
11-9121.02Water Resource SpecialistsDesign or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.Management Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 63 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major at Virginia Western Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $170 Per Credit $10,710 $0 $10,710 Includes Dual Enrollment
Fees
Fees $15 Per Credit $945 0 $945
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.