Program Overview
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The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program enables mid-career adults in a wide range of applied fields meet their educational and professional needs. Students select an area of study that matches their expertise or profession. Several degree programs require students to possess professional certification or licensures. In some cases, precalculus algebra and calculus-level mathematic skills are required to complete course requirements. In addition, if more than half of the 60 credits transferred into the program are more than 10 years old at the time of application, students must demonstrate the currency of their knowledge.
While the Associate in Science is considered to be a terminal degree, many, but not all, of the credits may be applied to one of the University’s bachelor's degree programs. It is a 60-credit program.
*Students pursuing the AS degree in Criminal Justice have different program requirements. See that section for specific requirements.
Credit Distribution
I. General Education Featured Courses (32 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (12 Credits)
B. Civic and Global Leadership (6 Credits)
| SOC-1010 | Our Changing World: An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ETH-2200 | Leading the Way: A Path Towards Ethical Leadership | 3 |
For additional TESU Diversity and Ethical Leadership course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Civic and Global Leadership.
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (6 Credits)
For additional TESU Social Science and Humanities course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Knowledge of Human Cultures.
D. Scientific Knowledge (8 Credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Scientific Knowledge.
II. Area of Study Requirements (21 Credits)
III. Electives (7 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
| TRANSFER REQUIREMENT: TESU accepts credits in transfer from accredited institutions as well as non-collegiate providers. View information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences. |
Total Credit Hours: 60