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Associate of Arts and Sciences
Germanna Community College
Program Details
Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science
Associate of Arts and SciencesAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science
Germanna Community College
This degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college to complete a degree in science. You should select this track if you wish to learn more about chemistry.
Program Overview & Guidance
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | Students in this program should enroll in SDV 100, ENG 111, MTH 263 (or MTH 167 if needed), HIS 101, and discuss with an Academic Advisor the Science courses needed in the first semester. |
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Program Credit Requirements
Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science
60
Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science
60
Science AA&S - Chemistry: Core and Track Requirements
60
Student Success Skills: SDV 100 or SDV 101
1
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits: Complete the following
Earn 1 credits: Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Subject:
OR
Complete courses from the following Course list:
English Requirement: ENG 111 & ENG 112
6
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
History: Any 3 HIS Credits
3
Any 3 HIS Credits
3
Humanities for Science
6
Humanities for Science-Part 1
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities - 3 credits
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Category:
AND
Complete courses from the following Subject list:
Social Science (3cr)
3
Social Sciences - 3 credits
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Subject list:
Science Capstone Presentation
1
Science Capstone Presentation
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Chemistry Track - Lab Science: CHM 111, 112, 241, 242, 245, 246
18
CHM 111,112,241,242,245,246
18
Earn 18 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Chemistry - Science Elective: Any 200-level course from CHM or PHY
3
Chemistry - Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Chemistry - Mathematics: MTH 263 and MTH 264
8
Chemistry - Mathematics
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Chemistry Transfer Electives
8
Transfer Electives (10-11cr)
8
Earn 8 credits: Complete the following
Earn 8 credits: Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Category:
OR
Complete courses from the following Course list:
Computer Competency
3
ITE 152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
IST 080
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students who transfer with a completed Associate degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other individual course transfer. Students who transfer with a completed Bachelor degree from a U.S. college or university will be awarded SDV 100, ENG 111 and ENG 112. The transcript will be evaluated for other individual course transfer. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Yes; Germanna Credit for Prior Learning |
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College Level Information
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | Germanna offers classes at seven commuter locations and online to 13,000 students annually with an average class size of 26 students. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | The catalog in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into a curriculum. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | The catalog in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into a curriculum. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Career and Transfer Center will assist students with GAA. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Bridgewater College | Chemistry Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - General (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Biochemistry (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Education (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Forensic Science (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Research (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Randolph-Macon College | Biology (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Science, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science-Clinical Lab Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science-Physical Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Health-STEM Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Health Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Integrated Environmental Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| University of Lynchburg | BA in Chemistry Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BS in Chemistry Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Chemistry Teacher Preparation (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Chemistry Teacher Preparation (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online, In-Person |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Dental Hygiene, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in BioChemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Science in BioChemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Roanoke College | Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences, Major in Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Old Dominion University | Biochemistry-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Biochemistry (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Biochemistry Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Biology (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Science Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Hollins University | BA in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Hollins University | BS in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Ferrum College | B.S. in Biological Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Sweet Briar College | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Christopher Newport University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Major in Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Christopher Newport University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Major in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Biophysical Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Chemistry: Biochemistry BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Chemistry BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Chemistry: Teacher Preparation in Chemistry BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Radford University | BS in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences, Major in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences, Major in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| George Mason University | Chemistry, BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Not Specified |
| George Mason University | Chemistry, BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - (DNIMAS) Track | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Secondary Education Concentration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Pre-Medicine Concentration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Pre-Medicine (DNIMAS) Track | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| William & Mary | Chemistry - Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Old Dominion University | Chemistry-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BS in Biochemistry-ACS Cert. | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BS in Chemistry: Biochemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BS in Chemistry-ACS Certified | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BS in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Science Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BS in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Science in Chemical Physics | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Chemistry with concentration in Biochemistry, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Chemistry with concentration in Chemical Modeling, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Chemistry with concentration in Chemical Science, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Chemistry with concentration in Professional Chemist, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Chemistry with concentration in Professional Chemist with Honors, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Chemistry (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Chemistry (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Lynchburg | BA in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Lynchburg | BS in Chemistry | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Liberal Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science: Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in Mathematics | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in Veterinary Preparation | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Not Specified |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in General Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Not Specified |
| Marymount University | Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Art | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Blue Ridge Community College | Associate of Science in Social Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Life Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Central Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Physical Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Administration of Justice | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Humanities Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Social Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Danville Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science - Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Art degree in Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Art | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Social Sciences: Criminal Justice Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Social Sciences: Human Services Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Social Sciences: Communication Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts & Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Science in Engineering-Computer Sciences Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Science in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Liberal Arts, A.A. | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Sciences in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Business Administration Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Psychology/Social Work Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Criminal Justice Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-BSN Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-Teacher Preparation Elementary (PreK-6) Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Human Services | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies with a Specialization in Substance Abuse | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Specialization in Community & Provider Services | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Specialization Developmental Disabilities | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with Spec in Communications & Media Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies Specialization in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies Computer Information Systems Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Human Services | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Administration of Justice | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Agribusiness | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts Liberal Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in General Studies | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Social Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Business Administration with Specialization in Outdoor Leadership | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Business Administration in Agribusiness | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts-Fine Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts Liberal Arts-Music | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts - Appalachian Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | Online |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Science Specialization in Pre-Medical | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Agribusiness | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - General Studies (Professional Communication) | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Ferrum College | A.A. in Liberal Studies | Associate | Associate of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Ferrum College | B.A. in Liberal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in Engineering | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Science in Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Science in Science Degree Veterinary Preparation Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Science in Social Science Degree Communications Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Individualized Study | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in Independent Scholars | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Independent Scholars | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study, Concentration in Early Childhood Education Development | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study, Concentration in Special Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study, Concentration in Inclusive Early Childhood Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Individualized Study, Major in Individualized Study, Concentration in Elementary Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Longwood University | Elementary & Middle School Education and Teaching BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Elementary Education and Teaching BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Liberal Studies - Special Education BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Longwood University | Liberal Studies BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science-Business Administration | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Online, In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Elementary Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| George Mason University | Individualized Study, BIS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Individualized Study | 4-Year | In-Person |
| George Mason University | Applied Science, BAS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Applied Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Bridgewater College | Liberal Studies Major - BA (Licensure Track) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Liberal Studies Major - BA (Non-Licensure Track) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Psychology Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Arts University Interdisciplinary Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Ferrum College | B.A. in Integrated Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Ferrum College | B.A. in Integrated Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Ferrum College | B.S. in Liberal Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9121.01 | Clinical Research Coordinators | Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9121.00 | Natural Sciences Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9121.02 | Water Resource Specialists | Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues. | Management Occupations |
| 25-1052.00 | Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-2031.00 | Chemists | Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-4031.00 | Chemical Technicians | Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1041.00 | Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-4012.00 | Agricultural Technicians | Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-1011.00 | Animal Scientists | Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-4012.01 | Precision Agriculture Technicians | Apply geospatial technologies, including geographic information systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS), to agricultural production or management activities, such as pest scouting, site-specific pesticide application, yield mapping, or variable-rate irrigation. May use computers to develop or analyze maps or remote sensing images to compare physical topography with data on soils, fertilizer, pests, or weather. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 45-1011.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers. | Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations |
| 19-4013.00 | Food Science Technicians | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 17-3029.00 | Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3029.01 | Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3029.08 | Photonics Technicians | Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 25-1081.00 | Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2022.00 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-2021.00 | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1051.00 | Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-1012.00 | Food Scientists and Technologists | Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1054.00 | Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-1013.00 | Soil and Plant Scientists | Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-9021.00 | Farm and Home Management Educators | Instruct and advise individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home management activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to advance agricultural and home management activities. May develop educational outreach programs. May instruct on either agricultural issues such as agricultural processes and techniques, pest management, and food safety, or on home management issues such as budgeting, nutrition, and child development. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 11-9013.00 | Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities. | Management Occupations |
| 19-1021.00 | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1042.00 | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-4021.00 | Biological Technicians | Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-1031.00 | Conservation Scientists | Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-4071.00 | Forest and Conservation Technicians | Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 45-4011.00 | Forest and Conservation Workers | Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect areas such as forests, forested areas, woodlands, wetlands, and rangelands through such activities as raising and transporting seedlings; combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to plant life; and building structures to control water, erosion, and leaching of soil. Includes forester aides, seedling pullers, tree planters, and gatherers of nontimber forestry products such as pine straw. | Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations |
| 19-1032.00 | Foresters | Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 25-1043.00 | Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 19-1042.00 | Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-1031.03 | Park Naturalists | Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-1031.02 | Range Managers | Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
| 19-4092.00 | Forensic Science Technicians | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. | Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations |
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