AS-T (Track 1): What is it?

Transferring with an AS-T Track 1

The AS-T degree transfers as a package to most baccalaureate colleges and universities in Washington state, satisfying most pre-major requirements and some general education courses for junior standing. In the AS-T you will take many science and math courses during your two years at Shoreline, and take most of your distribution requirements in humanities and social sciences after you transfer. Completing the AS-T degree will prepare you for the pathways listed below (for other science and engineering majors, see Associate in Science - Track 2, AS-T2 Planning Guide ).

Requirements

The AS-T degree requires a minimum of 90 quarter credits in courses numbered 100 or above and a cumulative college-level GPA of 2.0 or higher. Each individual course must have a minimum grade of 1.0. Students granted the degree are normally awarded junior status and in most cases will be able to complete their Bachelor’s in two additional years of full-time study. Completion of the AS-T degree does not guarantee admission.

Majors/Pathways

Biological Sciences
Chemistry/Biochemistry
Environmental Health
Environmental Sciences
Geology and Earth Sciences
Medical Technology
Oceanography and Marine Sciences
Pharmacy
Veterinary Medicine
Dentistry

Where do I Start?

Talk with an advisor at Shoreline. Shoreline advisors can provide guidance about which courses to take and how to prepare for different majors.

Understand the AS-T Track 1 requirements. Review this Degree Planning Guide and make sure you understand what it takes to complete your degree at Shoreline. Note that many courses listed have pre-requisites, so be sure to consult the course catalog during planning.

Prepare for a major or pathway. Because you will enter as a junior, you will need to consider what major you would like to prepare for. Use Shoreline’s Major Preparation Sheets to learn more about different majors and which courses will prepare you for those majors.

Understand admissions requirements. School admission requirements, deadlines, and application details vary. Check the web site of your chosen school or schools and search for “Transfer admissions” to find their specific requirements. At many schools, you must apply to the school and then apply separately to the major.

Understand graduation requirements. All four-year programs have specific requirements to graduate and some schools require up to two years of a world language to graduate. Once you have decided upon a major or majors, visit the web site of the departments where you will be applying; contact advisors at the four-year school to learn more.

What do I need to take?

Below is a summary of the categories of required courses for the AS-T Track 1. In selecting your classes, consult your Major or Pathway Planning Sheet for recommendations related to pursuing a particular major or pathway. See below for available courses in each category.

General Education - 18-20 Credits

Humanities and Social Sciences - 15 Credits

Select one course from the Humanities  course list, one course from the Social Sciences  course list, and a third course from either list.

• *Course 1 ____________________ Minimum Units: _____
• *Course 2 ____________________ Minimum Units: _____
• *Course 3 ____________________ Minimum Units: _____

Pre-Major Program - 55-57 Credits

Where can I Transfer?

The AS-T, Track 1 makes it possible for students to transfer to a number of public and private colleges and universities in the U.S. with junior standing. Washington state institutions that accept the AS-T Track 1 are listed below.

Public Institutions

Central Washington University
Eastern Washington University
The Evergreen State College
University of Washington
Washington State University
Western Washington University

Private Institutions

Bastyr University
City University
Cornish College of the Arts
Gonzaga University
Heritage College
Northwest University
Pacific Lutheran University
Saint Martin’s University
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle University
Trinity Lutheran College
Whitworth University