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2024-2025 Transfer Pathway
Education - Middle School Mathematics - AA or AS to BS - 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 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 2412 - Precalculus º will transfer as MATH 2412 (grade must be a “C” or
better)
Select either PHYS 1405 - Introductory Physics I or [PHYS 1305 Introductory Physics I
Lecture and PHYS 1105 Introductory Physics I Lab] will transfer as PHYS 1405 [Texas
Core Curriculum Life and Physical Science (30) Core]
MATH 1350 - Mathematics for Teachers I will transfer as MATH 1350
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 English Literature (ENGL) Core Courses will transfer as Texas
Core Curriculum Language, Philosophy and Culture (40) Core (grade must be a “C” or
better)
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]
MATH 1351 - Mathematics for Teachers II will transfer as MATH 1351
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
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
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]
MATH 2413 - Calculus I º will transfer as MATH 2413 (grade must be a “C” or better)
Select 4 credit hours of BIOL from the Life and Physical Sciences (30) Core will
transfer as Texas Core Curriculum Component Area Option (90) 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 VI
Select one course from English Literature (ENGL) Core Courses 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 PSYC 2308 Child Psychology 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 65 college-level hours of which 62 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 - Middle School Mathematics.
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: Based on student course selection, students may be eligible for an Associate of
Science (AS) degree.
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
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 suffi-
cient gift aid and non-loan financial assistance, from all sources, to cover the cost of manda-
tory tuition and fees. New degree-seeking undergraduate transfer students with an ad-
justed gross income of $40,000 and a transfer GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible when meet-
ing 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 com-
pleted 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 con-
junction 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.
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 college 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
Acceptance into the BS in Education Major:
Students will be accepted into the Bachelor of Science in Education major when they are ac-
cepted 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 cour-
ses, 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 en-
rolled 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
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