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Mathematics Transfer Pathway, A.A.
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The Mathematics Transfer Pathway AA offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Mathematics bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the seven Minnesota State universities* enter the university with junior-year status. All courses in the Transfer Pathway associate degree will directly transfer and apply to the designated bachelor’s degree programs in a related field.
*Universities within the Minnesota State system include Bemidji State University; Metropolitan State University; Minnesota State University, Mankato; Minnesota State University Moorhead; Southwest Minnesota State University; St. Cloud State University; and Winona State University.
General AA Degree Requirements
Requirements:
- A minimum of 60 credits, 15 of which must be earned at Minnesota West Community & Technical College (residency).
- A grade point average of 2.0 (“C”) or better.
- A minimum of 40 credits of general education that fulfill the ten areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MTC).
- Courses may count in no more than two of the areas of emphasis, but no individual course can count more than once in Areas 1-6.
- One-credit courses will apply to the MTC only if two or more one-credit courses are completed in the same discipline.
- STSK 1110 Freshman Seminar (1) credit.
- A minimum of four credits from two of the following areas: HLTH 1101, CSCI 1102, or any PHED course.
- Electives sufficient to total 60 credits.
- NOTE: Many colleges and universities require a grade of C or better and cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Be sure to check these details with the institution and program to which you desire to transfer.
Program Learning Outcomes:
After completing the Mathematics Transfer Pathway AA, students will:
- Use mathematical knowledge to formulate appropriate models and problem-solving approaches in diverse contexts.
- Utilize computing skills for problem-solving, data analysis, and visualization.
- Effectively communicate problem-solving methods and findings.
| COURSE # |
COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
| Required Courses for Major: | ||
| Calculus I | 4 | |
| MATH 1122 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2201 | Calculus III | 4 |
| ENGL 1101 | Composition I | 3 |
| CMST 1101 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| PSYC 1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| STSK 1110 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CSCI 1102 | Computer Applications I | 3 |
| Total Required Credits |
30 | |
| Restricted Electives in Major: |
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| MATH 2206 | Ordinary Differential Equations AND/OR | 4 |
| MATH 2210 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| Total Restricted Electives | 4 | |
| Electives from MnTC Goal Areas: | ||
| Goal Area 1 Communications: | ||
| Choose 1 | ||
| ENGL 1102 | Composition II | 3 |
| ENGL 1130 | Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
| ENGL 2276 | Compsition: Technical Writing | 3 |
| Goal Area 2 Critical Thinking: | ||
| Fullfilled within 20 credits of electives | ||
| Goal Area 3 Natural Sciences: | ||
| Choose 1 | ||
| BIOL 1100 | Survey of Biological Science | 3 |
| PHYS 1201 | Fundamentals of Physics I | 4 |
| CHEM 1100 | Introduction to Chemistry | 3 |
| Goal Area 4 Mathematical/Logical Reasoning: | ||
| Met by MATH 1121 requirements | ||
| Goal Area 5 History and the Social and Behavorial Sciences: | ||
| PSYC 1101 (required) and at least 5 more qualifying credits | 5 | |
| Goal Area 6 The Humanties and Fine Arts: | ||
| Minumum of 9 qualifying electives | 9 | |
| Goal Area 7 Human Diversity: | ||
| Choose from qualifying electives | 2-4 | |
| Goal Area 8 Global Perspective: | ||
| Choose from qualifying electives | 2-4 | |
| Goal Area 9 Ethical & CIvic Responsibilty: | ||
| Choose from qualifying electives | 2-3 | |
| Goal Area 10 People and the Environment: | ||
| Choose from qualifying electives | 2-3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 60 |
Notes:
All courses in the Mathematics Transfer Pathway associate degree will directly transfer and apply to designated bachelor’s degree programs in a related field at these Minnesota State universities:
Designated Bachelor's Degrees
| University |
Transfer Requirements |
|
| Bemidji State University | Mathematics, BS | |
| Metropolitan State University | Industrial and Applied Mathematics, BS | |
| Minnesota State University, Mankato | Mathematics, BS | |
| Minnesota State University, Moorhead | ||
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Mathematics, BA | |
| St. Cloud State University | Mathematics, BA | |
| Winona State University | Mathematics, BA |
Transfer and Major Admission Requirements for Bachelor's Degrees
| University |
Transfer Requirements |
Major Admission Requirements |
| Bemidji State University | Bemidji State University Admissions Policies & Procedures (PDF) | Mathematics, B.S. major |
| Metropolitan State University | Metropolitan State University - Transfer Students | Industrial & Applied Mathematics BS |
| Minnesota State University, Mankato | Minnesota State University, Mankato Transfer Student Admissions | Mathematics, BS |
| Minnesota State University, Moorhead | Minnesota State University, Moorhead Transfer Student Admissions | |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Southwest Minnesota State University Transfer Admissions | Mathematics, BA |
| St. Cloud State University | St. Cloud Strate University Transfer Admissions | Mathematics, BA |
| Winona State University | Winona State University Transfer Admissions | Mathematics, BA |
Updated: pp 1/18/2023