Costa Mesa,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer in Costa Mesa, CA United States | Orange Coast College
Orange Coast College
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Costa Mesa, CA United States
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Qualification
Associate's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
USD
15,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Earning an Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer Degree prepares graduates to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in a related field at any California State University with just 60 additional upper-division units. Those who obtain the Sociology AA-T degree secure guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though specific campuses or majors aren't assured. A minimum 2.0 GPA in all transferable CSU courses is mandatory, though certain programs may demand higher standards. For detailed guidance, students should meet with an academic counselor.
The Sociology curriculum equips students with fundamental knowledge, analytical skills, and practical applications of sociological concepts, theories, and research methods. Beyond fulfilling general education and transfer prerequisites for advanced Sociology studies or complementing other academic paths, these courses aim to deepen understanding of societal frameworks, dynamics, and operations. They explore principal sociological theories, emphasize the significance of social research methodologies, and cultivate critical thinking abilities. The program also promotes personal growth by enhancing awareness of human diversity and fostering systemic analysis of social phenomena.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Submission of academic transcripts are required to determine-
Proof of English Proficiency.
Proof of high school completion for minor students entering OCC under 18 years of age.
Submit copies of your academic transcript with your admissions application for review. This may include high school or secondary school transcripts, university or college transcripts, or transcripts from an ESL program.
Academic transcripts do NOT need to be translated in English or mailed or received by the institution you attended for admissions review. However, this may be requested by the admission staff after the initial review of your application and application documents.
REVIEW OF HIGH SCHOOL OR UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT
Review of academic transcripts to determine if the primary language of instruction of a student's school (high school/secondary school or university or college is English.
If English was not the primary language of instruction of an applicant's previous school (high school/secondary school or university or college), then the applicant must meet the English proficiency by ONE of the following-
IELTS - overall score of 5.5.
TOEFL - (IBT) - overall score 61.
TOEFL-(PBT) - 500
Tuition
USD
15,000