Costa Mesa,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate in Science in Biology 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 Science in Biology 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 this AS-T degree gain guaranteed entry to the CSU system, though specific campuses or programs aren't assured. A minimum 2.0 GPA in all transferable CSU courses is mandatory, though certain majors may demand higher standards - students should meet with an advisor for details. This program exposes learners to diverse biological concepts, from cellular and molecular biology to Earth's organism variety, while strengthening STEM competencies. Graduates develop scientific thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities applicable to real-world scenarios. Completing this AS-T in Biology ensures students are transfer-ready for CSU institutions and establishes the groundwork for bachelor's-level studies toward careers in research, industry, or education. The degree mandates two semesters each of biology, chemistry, and physics, plus one math semester. Though not required due to unit constraints, biology majors are strongly encouraged to complete extra math coursework and two organic chemistry semesters beyond the core requirements.
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