NC State University

Transfer Guide

NC State University
Agricultural Sciences, BS

Transfer Guide for Associate in Science

2024-2025

Concentration(s): Distance Education Program
Delivery Method: Fully Online

Program Admission Notes:

NC State Undergraduate Admissions employs a holistic approach in reviewing transfer students’ applications and considers a range of accomplishments and qualifications. Recommended courses and GPA are major critical path courses or departmental recommendations and are not minimum requirements for transfer admissions.

  • 2.5 and above GPA (3.0 or above preferred)
  • English Composition I & II equal to NC State’s ENG 101 (ENG 111 + 112= ENG 101 and ENG 1**)
  • Precaclulus or higher Math
  • Biology w/lab or Chemistry w/lab (both preferred)  

Contact:

John Harrington
jmharr19@ncsu.edu

Revised: June, 2024

College Level Foreign Language Requirements:

Major World Language requirement is fulfilled by qualification under the CAA.

Major-Specific Course Recommendations:

Students are encouraged to build the Community College course recommendations below into the associate degree to best prepare for the intended major.

Recommended CC Course Credit
Hours		 University Equivalent Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled		 University Requirement Fulfilled
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry 3 ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition English Composition Required for Admission to Univ.
ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc 3 ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition English Composition Required for Admission to Univ.
ACA 122: College Transfer Success 1 TR ***: Elective Academic Transition Required for Admission to Univ.
MAT 171: Precalculus Algebra 4 MA 107: Precalculus I & MA 1**: 100 Level Mathematics UGETC Math Required Course
MAT 263: Brief Calculus 4 MA 121: Elements of Calculus & MA 1**: 100 Level Mathematics UGETC Math Required Course
BIO 111: General Biology I 4 BIO 183: Introductory Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology UGETC Natural Sciences Required Course
BIO 112: General Biology II 4 BIO 181: Introductory Biology: Ecology, Evolution, and Biodiversity UGETC Natural Sciences Required Course
CHM 151: General Chemistry I 4 CH 101: Chemistry - A Molecular Science & CH 102: General Chemistry Laboratory Additional General Education Courses Required Course
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com
OR
COM 231: Public Speaking 		3 University Equivalencies UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts Suggested Course
ECO 251: Prin of Microeconomics 3 EC 201: Principles of Microeconomics UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences Suggested Course
GEL 120: Physical Geology
OR
BIO 150 or PHY 131/131A or PHY 151 		4 University Equivalencies Additional General Education Courses Suggested Course
BIO 155: Nutrition 3 NTR 301: Introduction to Human Nutrition Elective/Pre-Major Courses Suggested Course

Remaining Associate Degree Requirements:

In addition to major-specific course recommendations above, students should work with a community college advisor to select additional community college courses to fulfill the remaining associate degree requirements identified below.

Recommended CC Course Credit
Hours		 University Equivalent Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled		 University Requirement Fulfilled
Student Choice/No Preference (Approved Course Options) 3 University Equivalencies UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts General Education
Student Choice/No Preference (Approved Course Options) 3 University Equivalencies UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education
Student Choice/No Preference (Approved Course Options) 3 University Equivalencies Additional General Education Courses General Education, Elective
Student Choice/No Preference (Approved Course Options) 11 University Equivalencies Elective/Pre-Major Courses General Education, Elective

Additional Information From NC State University:

In the agricultural industry, a growing need exists for professionals with extensive knowledge and experience in the agricultural sciences. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agricultural Science study the dynamic aspects of the food and fiber industry and specialize in two agricultural areas.

Students who major in Agricultural Science will:

  • have opportunities to develop skills necessary to work  independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively, solve problems, and understand basic business concepts
  • select two of the following specialty areas to study: Animal Science, Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Environmental Technology, Agroecology, Crop Science, Food Science, Horticultural Science, Poultry Science, Soil Science, and Feed Mill Management.
  • graduate and succeed as teachers, extension agents, or leaders in the agricultural industry

The Agricultural Science – Online major is the same robust major and preparation for a career in agriculture as our Agricultural Science on-campus major. The difference is the delivery mode for coursework. All courses in the Agricultural Science – Online degree program are delivered at a distance via the NC State Moodle learning management system. Students complete their coursework synchronously (scheduled class meeting times) or asynchronously (independently scheduled time) online.

Please visit the program website for additional information. 

Remaining Courses to beTaken at NC State are based on CAA eligibility and completion of all required and suggested courses in this transfer guide. Remaining courses, hours and time to degree may vary for each student.

Remaining Bachelor’s Degree Requirements at University:

University Course Credit
Hours		 University Course Notes
ALS 303: Transfer Transitions and Diversity in Agriculture & Life Sciences 1
ANS 150: Introduction to Animal Science 3
CS 213 or HS 201 3
ES 100: Introduction to Environmental Sciences 3
SSC 200: Soil Science 3
FS 201: Introduction to Food Science 3
AEE 311: Communication Methods and Media 3
AEE 323: Leadership Development in Agriculture and Life Sciences 3
AEE 490: Seminar in Agricultural and Extension Education 3
AEE 350: Personal Leadership Development in Agriculture and Life Sciences 3
AEE 360: Developing Team Leadership in Agriculture and Life Sciences 3
AEE 435: Professional Presentations in Agricultural Organizations 3
AEE 460: Organizational Leadership Development in Agriculture and Life Sciences 3
Restricted Electives (I) 300-level + 6
Agricultural Specialization I 3
Restriced Electives (II) 300-level + 6
Agricultural Specialization II 6
Free Electives 14

This major requires 14 hours of Free Elective credit for graduation. Remaining Free Elective hours will vary for each student.