
Associates In Science
DEGREE PROGRAMCollege Transfer: Associate in Science (Teacher Prep Option)

Associate in Science
Teacher Prep Degree Option
North Carolina's community colleges and top-notch universities are teaming up to give you a head start on that four-year degree. With the A.S. program, you're diving into the first two years for a fraction of the cost. It's like a taste test for your academic journey, letting you explore before fully committing. So, get ready to embark on a smarter path to success!
Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation, A.S.

What It’s About
The Associate in Science (A.S.) program is included in the agreement between North Carolina’s community colleges and its four-year colleges and universities. It is designed to provide students with an opportunity to take the first two years of a four-year program in many majors.

Teacher Preparation Option
The Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills and basic computer use.

What You’ll Gain
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science the student should be able to communicate effectively, think critically, demonstrate information literacy and demonstrate interdependence.

Program Credit
Hours: 60
Format: Online
Time to Complete: 2 Years
Start Term: Fall or Spring
All classes are online. Observations are required for some online classes. Online classes might contain optional virtual meetings.

Average
Starting Salary
N/A
60 Credit Hours: $4,560
Student Fees: $386.25
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In-Person Offerings

Required
Technology
Students will be required to have access to a computer.
Transfer Agreements
UNC System Schools | Independent Schools

The OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science the student should be able to:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Demonstrate information literacy
- Demonstrate interdependence
