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2024-2025 Transfer Pathway

Education - All-Level Special Education - AAT to BS - Texas A&M

University - Central Texas

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

The courses in this section meet the requirements for an Associate of Arts in Teaching 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 EDUC 1300 but will NOT be Texas A&M University - Central

Texas degree applicable

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

must be a “C” or better)

MATH 1314 - College Algebra will transfer as MATH 1314 [Texas Core Curriculum Mathematics (20) Core] (grade

must be a “C” or better)

*** EDUC 1301 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession will transfer as EDUC 1301

Semester II

ENGL 1302 - Composition II will transfer as ENGL 1302 [Texas Core Curriculum Communication (10) Core] (grade

must be a “C” or better)

MATH 1350 - Mathematics for Teachers I will transfer as MATH 1350

*** EDUC 2301 - Special Populations will transfer as EDUC 2301

Select one course from the Life and Physical Sciences (30) Core [lab required] will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum

Life and Physical Science (30) Core

Semester III

Select either HIST 1301 United States History I or HIST 1302 United States History II will transfer as Texas Core

Curriculum American History (60) Core

Select one course from the Creative Arts (50) Core [HUMA 1315 is recommended] will transfer as Texas Core

Curriculum Creative Arts (50) 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]

Select either PHYS 1405 - Introductory Physics I or [PHYS 1305 Introductory Physics I Lecture or PHYS 1105

Introductory Physics I Lab] will transfer as PHYS 1405 [Texas Core Curriculum Life and Physical Sciences (30) Core]

MATH 1351 - Mathematics for Teachers II will transfer as MATH 1351

Select either HIST 1301 - United States History I or HIST 1302 United States History II will transfer as HIST 1301 or

HIST 1302 [Texas Core Curriculum American History (60) Core]

Semester V

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

Curriculum Government/Political Science (70) Core]

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

must be a “C” or better)

Select 4 credit hours of BIOL from the will transfer as Texas Core Curriculum Component Area Option (90) Core

Select one course from the will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas Degree Required Course

Semester VI

Select one course from will transfer as Texas A&M University - Central Texas Degree Required Course (grade must

be a “C” or better)

Select either PSYC 2301 - General Psychology or will transfer as PSYC 2301 or PSYC 2308 [Texas Core Curriculum

Social and Behavioral Sciences (80) Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)

Applicable Transfer Credit Hours

This transfer advising guide provides 63 college-level hours of which 60 will transfer and apply, as EDUC 1300 will

transfer but will NOT be applicable towards the Texas A&M University - Central Texas baccalaureate degree in Education - All-

Level Special Education.

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

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

Note: For the Alamo Colleges District this transfer advising guide is degree complete and 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 educa-

tional 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 cur-

rently 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.

Associate of Arts in Teaching

The AAT Degree Program Texas Teacher Certification targets individuals who have a desire to enter the field of education as a

teacher, school administrator, counselor, or some aspect of child/adolescent development. Students should check with the col-

lege department, the transfer center, or the university to which they plan to transfer for additional information.

Additional information can be found at: https://www.highered.texas.gov/our-work/supporting-our-institutions/institutional-

resources/transfer-resources/associate-of-arts-in-teaching/

Special Admission Requirements for Texas A&M University - Central Texas -

Education

Acceptance into the BS in Education Major:

Students will be accepted into the Bachelor of Science in Education major when they are accepted into the university and meet

application criteria required to enroll in Block I courses. Criteria include the completion of at least 54 hours required in the BS

in Education degree plan. Specifically, students should have completed:

Elementary (EC-6), All Level Special Education: two ENGL courses, college algebra, US History I and II, Texas and

Federal Government, and two of the three science courses with labs.

ELAR/SS (4-8), ELAR (4-8 and 7-12): four ENGL courses, college algebra, US History I and II, Texas and Federal

Government, and two of the three science courses.

Middle School Mathematics (4-8) and Middle School Social Studies (4-8): two ENGL courses, college algebra, US

History I and II, Texas and Federal Government, and two of the three science courses with labs.

Admittance into the Educator Preparation Program:

Students will apply to be admitted into the Educator Preparation Program (EPP) while enrolled in EDUC 3370 during Block I.

Entry Requirements needed in application to be admitted into the EPP include:

Complete an Educator Preparation Program application packet.

Have a minimum 2.50 grade point average (GPA) overall or in the last 60 hours to include semester where 60th occurred.

See required ENGL credit hours above with grade C or better.

College Algebra with a grade C or better.

Completion of 54 credit hours towards the degree.

For EC-6, SPED, 4-8 ELAR/SS, and 7-12 ELAR concentrations, a completion of 12 credit hours in the certification subject

area with a grade of C or better.

For 4-8 Math, a completion of 15 credit hours in the certification subject area with a grade of C or better.

Content Proficiency Assessment.

Program Interview.

TSI complete.

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 2024-2025 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 in-

stitution 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’ 2024-2025 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 pur-

sue 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 ad-

visor 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 re-

sponsibility of all students to ensure that they take courses at the Alamo Colleges District that will be accepted by the senior in-

stitutions they wish to attend.

For more information contact your Alamo Colleges District team.

Release Date:

Released on October 1, 2024