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Associate of Science
Laurel Ridge Community College
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Associate of Science Degree in Science
Associate of ScienceAssociate of Science Degree in Science
Laurel Ridge Community College
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in a STEM discipline.
Program Credit Requirements
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 can find schools where you can take courses that will
transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
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.
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.
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 Degree in Science
60
Associate of Science Degree in Science
60
Course Grad Req 880 (2022-23 Catalog)
60
1st Semester Requirements
14
Student Development Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Information Literacy Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Mathematics Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
2nd Semester Requirements
16
ENG 112 or 113 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
History Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Mathematics Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
STEM Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
3rd Semester Requirements
14
Literature Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HLT/PED Elective
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Subject list:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
STEM Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
4th Semester Requirements
16
Communication Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science with Lab Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Approved Transfer Electives
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Residency
60
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 45 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
60
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Transfer Degree
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Degree can transfer to many institutions for a varied of programs |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
There are a wide array of transfer options with this specialization, into many different science fields. Students should work with an advisor to select courses that best fit their goals.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | |
| Program Successes & Highlights | An associates of science is great spring board into many different areas and specializations and is widely accepted by 4-year schools. |
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
| Did You Know That... |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate in Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Science Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science - Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Biotechnology | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Math Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Biotechnology | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Science, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Science: Mathematics Specialization, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9121.01 | Clinical Research Coordinators | Plan, 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 |
| 11-9121.00 | Natural Sciences Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
| 25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 11-9121.02 | Water Resource Specialists | Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues. | Management Occupations |