Associate of Science in
Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer Mission College
Introduction
The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T in Biology) provides a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Biology.
California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T in Biology) are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major.
This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or institutions. The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T in Biology) offered by Mission College is designed to prepare students who complete the coursework outlined below.
Through intensive training in organismal, molecular, and environmental biology, students will develop the ability to think critically and abstractly, as well as acquire the problem-solving and laboratory skills necessary for success in any field of biological science.
Students completing this program will have a solid foundation in basic biology, evolutionary theory, and the scientific method, as well as strong preparation in the supporting fields of mathematics, chemistry, and physics.
What is an AA-T?
The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) is intended for students who plans to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing these transfer degrees:
- will earn an Associate's Degree from Mission College;
- are guaranteed admission to a similar major at a campus in the CSU system;
- will be prepared to start upper division coursework at the CSU;
- and will not have to complete more than 60 units after transfer.
Skills Needed
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organization and planning
- Effective Communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- Expertise with scientific tools and lab instruments
Program Outcome
- Students will apply the scientific method to investigate biological questions by collecting and quantitatively analyzing data.
- Students will identify and apply the central concepts, hypotheses, and theories that comprise the major areas of the biological sciences, including cell and organism structure and function.
- Students will explain the genetic or evolutionary connections between biological structures and their function and organisms and their environment.
Facilities
Curriculum
To earn this degree, students must meet the following requirements:
- Completing the following major courses with grades of C or P or better.
- Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0; and
- Certified completion of either the California State University General Education Breadth for STEM (CSU GE-B for STEM) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum for STEM (CSU IGETC for STEM).
- For CSU GE-B STEM, one course in Area C and one in Area D can be deferred until after transfer.
- For CSU IGETC STEM, one course in Area 3 and 1 course in Area 4 can be deferred until after transfer.
Required Core Courses
BIO 001AH can be taken instead of BIO 001A
- BIO 001A ---- General Biology: Cells (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
- BIO 001B ---- General Biology: Organisms (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
List A - Complete all Courses Listed (24.0-25.0 units)
CHM 001AH, CHM 001BH and MAT 003AH can be taken in lieu of CHM 001A, 001B and MAT 003A
- CHM 001A ---- General Chemistry (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
- CHM 001B ---- General Chemistry (3.0 Lecture/2.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
- MAT 003A ---- Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (5.0 Lecture) ---- 5.0
And One Physics Sequence
- PHY 002A ---- General Physics - Mechanics and Thermodynamics (4.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
- PHY 002B ---- General Physics - Electricity, Magnetism And Optics (4.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
Or
- PHY 004A ---- Engineering Physics-Mechanics (4.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 5.0
- PHY 004B ---- Engineering Physics-Electricity and Magnetism (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
Please Note
It is strongly recommended that course sequences be completed at the same college.
List B - Complete Listed courses (3.0 Units)
PSY 001H can be taken in lieu of PSY 001
- PSY 001 ---- General Psychology (3.0 Lecture) ---- 3.0
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships at Mission
Mission College offers a variety of scholarships ranging from $50 to several thousand dollars per year. Eligibility may vary based on fields of study, community and/or college involvement, and/or financial need.
All continuing Mission College and new students, including graduating high school students and transferring students, may apply.
Current Scholarships Available
Mission College 2022-23 General Scholarships Application
New, returning, continuing, or transferring Mission College Scholarship opportunities are available. The 2022-23 MC Scholarship Application-visit the website for more details. The deadline has closed for this year.
NEW Spring 2022 Scholarship Opportunities!
Jim McEntee Legacy Scholarship: Deadline April 30, 2022. Download the application here: 21-22 Jim McEntee Scholarship
American Association of University Woman-AAUW (San Jose Branch Scholarship Application & Opportunity. For more information, visit the website. The deadline to apply is April 15,
NEW Chicana Latina (CLF) Foundation Scholarship
The Chicana Latina Foundation awards scholarships to Latina college students valued at $1500 each. Deadline to Apply: March 31st, 2022
NEW Progress Pride Scholarship!
For the first time, the Mensa Foundation seeks to award our Progress Pride Scholarship: up to two $10,000 scholarships. The scholarship is intended for college-bound, college, or graduate students at U.S. universities who identify as both BIPOC and LGBTQ—and who have demonstrated positive service to the BIPOC and LGBTQ communities.
POINT Foundation Scholarship
The Community College Scholarship Program launched in 2016 and went national in 2017. To be selected for the scholarship, students are evaluated on academic performance and potential, financial need, involvement in school and community, and goals for the future. Deadline to Apply May 3rd.
Mission Promise Program
Mission College is proud to expand our Mission Promise Program to make college more affordable for our new, first-time college students! Eligible students will have their enrollment fees paid for their first two years AND get up to $1,000 to pay for books or other educational expenses.
Dreamer Scholarships
Dreamers: Scholarship opportunity for undocumented and/or DACA recipients
- Immigrants Rising Scholarships
- Silicon Valley Community Foundation
- List of Undergraduate Scholarships
- Latinos in Technology (Includes Business and Nursing)
STEM Based
STEM: Science, Technology Engineering & Math (STEM) Scholarship Opportunities. New opportunities are open!
- NEW! Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship.
- NEW! Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship.
- Nordson BUILDS Scholarship Program.
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- Gates Millennium
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers
- Society of Women Engineers
External Scholarships New opportunities!
Additional scholarship resources and links.
- pointfoundation.org (LGBTQI+ Scholarship Opportunity)
- Progress Pride Scholarship (BIPOC & LGBTQI+ Scholarship Opportunity)
- Latinos in Technology (includes Business and Nursing)
- Horacio Alger Scholarship (various & Career & Technical Scholarships)
- Pivotalnow.org (Foster Youth Scholarship Opportunity)
- National League of American Pen Woman (NLAPW) (females only scholarship)
- 2022 Scholarship Details 2022 NLAPW Application
- African American Scholarship Opportunity
- African American Scholarship
- Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
- Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship
- Soroptomist-Live Your Dream Award New!
- Live Your Dream Award NEW! (Due Nov. 15)
- VAPW Scholarship Application (Vietnamese American Professional Women Association of Silicon Valley Deadline May 1)
Career Opportunities
Jobs in the Field
- Registered Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Natural sciences teacher
- Wildlife Biologist
- Marine Biologist
- Pharmacist
- Physician
- Veterinarian
- Microbiologist
Please note that most jobs for students in the Biological Sciences require more than two years of a college education. If you attend Mission College, the Transfer Center can assist you in seamlessly transitioning to a four-year college or university.