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2023-2024 Transfer Pathway

Nursing - AS to BSN - Texas A&M University - Central Texas

Lower Division Requirements at the Alamo Colleges District for an AS degree

The courses in this section meet the requirements for an Associate of Science degree. The Graduation section in any catalog of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District lists additional Degree/Certificate Requirements.

Semester I

EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas Elective

ENGL 1301 - Composition I will transfer as ENGL 1301 [Texas Core Curriculum Communication (10) Core]

*** MATH 1342 - Elementary Statistical Methods will transfer as MATH 1342 [Texas Core Curriculum

Mathematics (20) Core]

Select either CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I º or (CHEM 1305 Introductory Chemistry Lecture I º

and CHEM 1105 Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I º) will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas

Elective

Semester II

Select either ENGL 1302 - Composition II or ENGL 2311 Technical Writing will transfer as ENGL 1302 or ENGL

2311 [Texas Core Curriculum Communication (10) Core]

Select one course from the American History (60) Core will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum American History

(60) Core

*** BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I º will transfer as BIOL 2401 [Texas Core Curriculum Life and

Physical Science (30) Core]

PSYC 2301 - General Psychology will transfer as PSYC 2301 [Texas Core Curriculum Social and Behavioral

Sciences (80) Core]

Semester III

Select one course from the American History (60) Core will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum American History

(60) Core

Select one course from the Language, Philosophy & Culture (40) Core will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum

Language, Philosophy and Culture (40) Core

Semester IV

Select either GOVT 2305 - Federal Government or GOVT 2306 Texas Government will transfer as GOVT 2305 or

GOVT 2306 [Texas Core Curriculum Government/Political Science (70) Core]

BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II º will transfer as BIOL 2402 [Texas Core Curriculum Life and

Physical Science (30) Core]

PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development º will transfer as PSYC 2314 [Texas Core Curriculum Component

Area Option (90) Core]

Select one course from the Creative Arts (50) Core will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum Creative Arts (50) Core

Semester V

Select either GOVT 2305 - Federal Government or GOVT 2306 Texas Government will transfer as GOVT 2305 or

GOVT 2306 [Texas Core Curriculum Government/Political Science (70) Core]

BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health will transfer as BIOL 2420 [Texas Core Curriculum

Component Area Option (90) Core]

Select either SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication or SPCH 1315 Public Speaking or SPCH 1321

Business and Professional Communication will transfer as SPCH 1311 or SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1321

Select a 1 SCH Elective will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas Elective

Select a 1 SCH Elective will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas Elective

Semester VI

SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology will transfer as SOCI 1301

Applicable Transfer Credit Hours

This transfer advising guide provides 60 college-level hours, of which 60 will transfer and apply towards the Texas

A&M University - Central Texas baccalaureate degree in Nursing.

Note: Texas A&M University - Central Texas accepts a maximum of 68 college-level hours in transfer towards a

baccalaureate degree. Students must complete the specified number of advanced credits and credits in residence for their

degrees.

Note: Texas A&M University - Central Texas requires that all courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or

better leading to a BSN degree.

Note: For the Alamo Colleges District this transfer advising guide is degree complete but NOT core complete.

Central Texas Promise - Texas A&M University-Central Texas

Central Texas Promise - Texas A&M University-Central Texas is committed to providing high quality and innovative

educational opportunities at an affordable rate. Through our Central Texas Promise program, A&M-Central Texas

guarantees eligible students will receive sufficient gift aid and non-loan financial assistance, from all sources, to cover the

cost of mandatory tuition and fees. New degree-seeking undergraduate transfer students with an adjusted gross income of

$40,000 and a transfer GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible when meeting enrollment requirements. Additional terms and

conditions apply. Want to see if you qualify? Visit www.tamuct.edu/ctpromise or contact [email protected] for more

information.

Transfer Central - Receive exclusive access to resources designed to help you complete your bachelor's degree on time and

with less student debt. With access to A&M-Central Texas' Warrior Web portal, personalized degree plans, university email,

and dedicated counselors; staying motivated and planning for your future has never been easier. If you have completed or

are currently enrolled in college level coursework, including through dual credit or early college high schools, you are eligible

to join. Visit www.tamuct.edu/transfercentral for more information or to sign-up.

Milestone Course(s)

*** denotes Milestone Course(s).

A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program as determined by the Faculty of the Alamo Colleges

District.

AS Approved Course Requirements

º denotes an Alamo Colleges District AS Approved Course Requirement

The Associate of Science (AS) is designed to align closely with the first half of a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Students

should follow the pre-major AS to BS Transfer Advising Guide for the major and university selected. The Transfer Advising

Guides are developed in conjunction with the senior institution to which the student plans to transfer.

To be awarded the AS degree at one of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District, students must have 9 hours of AS

Approved Course Requirements not included in the 42 hours of Core Curriculum. Please check with your advisor for

assistance.

Special Admissions for Nursing B.S.N at Texas A&M University - Central Texas

Entry Requirements

General Education and Course Requirements

A&M-Central Texas is an upper-level university, therefore, the core curriculum/general education courses and non-nursing

courses must be taken at another institution. Core curricula may also be accepted from other institutions.

Admissions Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements

Admission to A&M-Central Texas;

Have a current unencumbered Texas Registered Nurse's (RN) license or of a Compact State, or be in the last semester

of an Associates of Nursing Degree program;

Have completed the non-nursing courses for the BSN degree, exception, may have six (6) hours remaining,

Have earned a grade of "C" or higher in all courses leading to a BSN degree,

Complete an Application to the Nursing Program form

How to Apply for Admission to the Nursing Program:

Submit the Application to the Nursing Program.

Submit unofficial transcript(s) for review in applying to the program. Official transcript(s) must be submitted to the

university for all courses to be transferred in for credit. Provide official copies of transcript(s) from each previously

attended college or university. See the "Official College Transcripts" page for additional details.

Prior to enrolling in the program meet with faculty advisor in the Department of Nursing to develop a Student

Educational Plan, applicants must complete all non-nursing courses listed in the degree requirements. Exception of up

to six semester credit hours may be made in consultation with program faculty.

International applicants and applicants with foreign credentials must adhere to additional requirements.

Additional Texas A&M University - Central Texas Advising Notes

Things to do and remember upon Admission to Texas A&M University - Central Texas

Make an appointment with the academic advisor of the major, once accepted to Texas A&M University - Central Texas,

in order to clarify department, college and university policies and procedures, to review course sequencing and to help

with identifying resources for academic success. A current listing of academic advising centers can be found at

https://www.tamuct.edu/Advising/academic-advising.html

Refer to the official source of information on specific courses within the Texas A&M University - Central Texas

requirements for this degree plan from the Texas A&M University - Central Texas 2023-2024 Undergraduate

Catalog or visit the web site at www.tamuct.edu

Pay close attention to course sequencing and availability at Texas A&M University - Central Texas as it will affect the

time it takes to complete the degree program.

Transfer of Credit

Community college courses may not transfer into TAMUCT as upper-division courses (3000-4000 level), even though

TAMUCT may have an upper-division course with exactly the same name and description. Community college courses may

not be used to fulfill the upper-division requirement for graduation at TAMUCT. However, the course may be used as a

substitute for an upper-division course with an approved substitution form signed by the chair and dean.

Affordability

Based on 2019-2020 reported average tuition and fees, Texas A&M University-Central Texas is the second most affordable

institution in the state of Texas for full-time undergraduate students. Students are not only able to take advantage of

guaranteed tuition plans to control the cost of their education, but A&M-Central Texas's Bachelor Bonus caps tuition and

mandatory fees at 12 semester credit hours. Learn more at https://www.tamuct.edu/business-office/tuition-fees.html.

Texas Education Code § 54.014 specifies that resident undergraduate students who initially enrolled fall 1999 and later

may be subject to a higher tuition rate for attempting excessive hours at any public institution of higher education while

classified as a resident student for tuition purposes. For more information, please see

http://catalog.tamuct.edu/registration-records/funding-limit/. Please note that the requirements regarding the hours used

to calculate a student's eligibility for $1,000 Tuition Rebate vary significantly from the requirements determining excessive

hours, please see http://catalog.tamuct.edu/registration-records/tuition-rebate/.

Using this Transfer Advising Guide with Texas A&M University - Central Texas

This Transfer Advising Guide represents Texas A&M University - Central Texas' degree plan and is subject to change at the

university's discretion. It is intended for advising purposes only so students know exactly which courses they can take at any

of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District and have the courses count towards degree requirements when they transfer to

Texas A&M University - Central Texas. It is highly recommended that students meet with their assigned academic advisor to

review all graduation and transfer requirements listed in the Transfer Advising Guide.

The ultimate goal is to provide students with accurate information for transfer pathways while minimizing loss of credits in

transfer. Students are encouraged to review Texas A&M University - Central Texas' requirements frequently.

Course numbers in italics are Texas A&M University - Central Texas' course numbers.

This Transfer Advising Guide is based upon Texas A&M University - Central Texas' 2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

and is subject to change.

The Alamo Colleges District Advising

Students are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor about courses and other educational concerns if they plan to

pursue a two-year degree program, transfer to another college or university, or simply take a few selected courses. In

addition to course and degree requirements, policies and procedures are subject to change; stay informed by meeting with

an academic advisor regularly.

Many students who plan to transfer to a university are advised to fulfill the lower-division requirements for the university.

With appropriate planning, your Alamo Colleges District team can help make the transfer experience a seamless process. It

is the responsibility of all students to ensure that they take courses at the Alamo Colleges District that will be accepted by the

senior institutions they wish to attend.

For more information contact your Alamo Colleges District team.