Bachelor of Science in Education in Secondary Education - Biology

Catalog Year 2026-2027

Based on VCCS Curriculum for BIOLOGY

Transfer Guidance

Competitive Applicants For UVA's School Of Education And Human Development

• Meet all or nearly all of the program's general education requirements.

• Earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 or better at your current institution.

• Have 54-60 transferable credits.

• Have prior experience working with youth; experience can be within or outside of schools.

• This transfer guide shows an optimal path to a bachelor's degree in special education at the University of Virginia. Completing the coursework above will position you to transfer to UVA with junior (third year) standing and a pathway to graduate in two years. If you complete the associate degree but haven't taken all of the recommended courses, you may still be able to pursue this degree at UVA's School of Education and Human Development (EHD). Reach out to the UVA Teacher Education office to request a transcript review.

Important Links & Dates

• University Office of Undergraduate Admission: https://admission.virginia.edu/admission/transfer

• School of Education and Human Development Transfer Admission: https://education.virginia.edu/admission/undergraduate-admission/admissi...

• Admission Application: By March 1 for fall entry; apply at https://admission.virginia.edu/apply

• Financial Aid: Student Financial Services: https://sfs.virginia.edu/

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: April 1 at https://studentaid.gov/

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, and complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and UVA's School of Education and Human Development within your first year.

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• Are you passionate about learning? Do you want to be an educator?

• Do you enjoy collaborating for the success of others?

• This program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Education degree and a Virginia teaching license.

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: Graduate within 4 semesters after transferring.

• Credit for Prior Learning: AP and IB scores are evaluated for credit.

• Catalog Year: Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance at the community college post-high school graduation.

Is This College Right For Me?

• This is a full-time residential program located in Charlottesville, VA. Students must be available for classes and field experiences during the day, and some evening classes are required.

• UVA's School of Education and Human Development provides the feeling of a smaller school while offering the benefits of being part of a large university.

• Teacher Education faculty and students are deeply committed to working together with our school partners to create a more just society.

• Learn more about our school at https://education.virginia.edu/.

Did You Know That…

• Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?

• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at UVA?

What Can I Do With This Degree?

• Most Teacher Education graduates go on to teach. Graduates also pursue careers in non-traditional education settings, non-profit organizations, and local and state educational agencies.

Program Successes & Highlights

• More than 95% of program graduates applying to teaching positions are hired.

• Many UVA Teacher Education graduates go on to be teacher leaders in the field.

What Are My Chances For Getting Accepted?

• UVA tends to admit 35-40% of transfer applicants who apply to start at UVA in the fall.

• The Teacher Education program is committed to accepting as many qualified applicants as they are able to support with high-quality advising and field placements.

• Learn more about applying at https://admission.virginia.edu/admission/transfer

Do More With Your Degree!

• EHD offers a guaranteed admission pathway for Teacher Education students to enter many of the school's graduate programs within five years of completing the bachelor's degree. Approximately 1/3 of students who complete UVA's undergraduate Teacher Education program pursue a graduate degree at UVA's School of Education and Human Development.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• Students will complete a minimum of four clinical experiences in schools in the Charlottesville region. These experiences include two 4-hour/week practicum courses (3rd year fall and spring), a 16-hour/week internship (4th year fall), and full-time student teaching (4th year spring).

• Students must complete required exams and trainings to meet state licensing requirements.