Costa Mesa,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate in Science in Geology 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
The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer Degree emphasizes comprehending Earth's formation through scientific principles. This program covers various natural science topics such as plate tectonics, climate shifts, and our planet's dynamic evolution. Using scientific methodology, students examine Earth's formation processes, including how volcanic activity and mountain formation alter landscapes and ecosystems. The curriculum delves into geologic time scales and life's origins as revealed through fossil evidence. A key component involves studying economically significant mineral and fossil fuel deposits. Some coursework highlights California's unique geological features and coastal dynamics. Earning this degree equips students with comprehensive knowledge about humanity's environmental influence and how geological risks like earthquakes, floods, and slope failures affect societal progress.
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