Associate in Science
If you want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics, medicine, or engineering, or receive training in a professional program that requires strong mathematics and science knowledge, the Central Piedmont Associate in Science transfer degree is for you.
What You Will Learn
The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree ensures you can transfer to a four-year institution having already fulfilled general education and major-specific course requirements, particularly for majors with higher-level mathematics or mathematics-based science programs.
Why Choose Central Piedmont
Due to our Comprehensive Articulation Agreement with the 17 public universities in North Carolina, you can transfer up to 60 general education and major course credits to a UNC institution — meaning you can enter a four-year, public college as a junior. Many students choose this path in order to not incur a lot of student debt. That's because at Central Piedmont, you can save more than $46,000 in tuition over two years, compared to many four-year schools.
With the Career & College Promise dual enrollment transfer pathway, you can graduate from high school having already completed your Associate in Science.
Real World Education
At Central Piedmont, your education goes beyond what you learn in class. We offer numerous opportunities for you to enhance your learning — and to make friends, network, and pursue your passions — through clubs and organizations, sports, events and activities, leadership opportunities, job experience, volunteer experiences, visual and performing arts, and even international experiences.
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Suggested course sequences for Central Piedmont transfer degreesThe Details
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Program Options
With the Associate in Science, you can focus on:
- Biological/Life Science (degree code A10400B)
- Physical Science (degree code A10400P)
You can also complete the Associate in Science in teacher preparation option to prepare to teach subjects in science, technology, engineering, and math. The college catalog lists the Associate in Science program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements currently available at Central Piedmont.
Visiting Students
If you wish to transfer general education course credit back to your home institution, explore how to enroll at Central Piedmont as a visiting student.
Continuing Education
Central Piedmont's continuing education provides non-degree courses and programs, including job skills, industry-focused career training, certificates, certifications, professional licensure, and personal enrichment. Day, evening, weekend, and online opportunities are available.
College and Career Readiness
If you are looking for programs to gain the knowledge or skills necessary to finish a high school degree or to get a job, visit Central Piedmont's College and Career Readiness.
College Credit for High School Students
Visit Career and College Promise to learn about opportunities for high school students to earn college credit at Central Piedmont.
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Requirements and Suggested Transfer Course Sequences
For detailed information on the Associate in Science program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements, visit the Central Piedmont Community College catalog.
Suggested Course Sequences
Review the following suggested associate degree course sequences to learn when you should take each course based on the major you would like to transfer into after completing your Associate in Science degree:
- course sequences
- previous catalogs
Suggested course sequences for Central Piedmont transfer degrees
Contact your advisor for help planning your courses.
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Available Courses, Locations, and Delivery Methods
The Associate in Science degree may be completed fully online or in-person.
Courses available and their schedules can change each semester. Check the Associate in Science program options, courses, eligibility, and requirements each semester.
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Costs and Aid
Central Piedmont provides real-world, affordable, hands-on education and career training. Learn how much it costs to attend Central Piedmont. Financial aid and scholarships are available.
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Related Programs, Other Associate (Transfer Degrees)
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Admitted Students: Contact an Advisor
Review the information on finding your advisor on the academic advising page.