Science, A.S.
Build a Science Foundation Designed for Transfer
DCC's Science A.S. offers perfect preparation for transfer to a 4-year college or university. It's an affordable way to build college credits you can apply toward a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science, geology, atmospheric science, physics, medical fields, and more.
Credits in core courses and electives you choose
Years of full-time study for most students
Preparation for a variety of 4-year colleges and universities
What You'll Study as a Science Student
Most Science A.S. graduates transfer to bachelor's degree programs. From there, some go on to graduate or professional school. Others enter career fields like education, research, health care and more.
Our curriculum lets you plan your own path. Start by taking core courses from across the liberal arts. Next, choose from a range of science, math, education and elective courses tailored to your transfer interests. Customize the program to match your goals.
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BIO 105: General Biology I
Survey of matter, cells, and the living world for students pursuing biology or health
GLG 121: Physical Geology
Intro to principles that shape planet earth, including labs and field trips
CHE 121: General Chemistry I
A study of the fundamental facts, laws, theories and concepts of chemistry
Where Do Science Grads Go?
Transform your associate degree into a bachelor's degree. Institutions DCC Science (LAX) graduates transfer to (*programs with transfer articulations):
- SUNY New Paltz
- SUNY Albany (*BS Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Chemistry, Human Biology, Physics)
- SUNY Binghamton
- SUNY Stony Brook
- SUNY Buffalo (* Pharm D)
- SUNY Cortland
- SUNY College at Oneonta
- SUNY College at Oswego (*BS Biology, Zoology)
- SUNY College at Plattsburgh
- SUNY College at Purchase
- SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill (*BS Animal Science, BT Plant Science)
- SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse
- SUNY College of Technology at Delhi
- SUNY Upstate Medical University (*Medical Imaging Sciences/Ultrasound, Medical Biotechnology, Radiation Therapy, Respiratory Therapy)
- SUNY Canton (* B.Tech. Industrial Technical Management)
- CUNY Schools
- Marist College
- Mount Saint Mary College
- Albany College of Pharmacy (*BS Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Technology)
- Pace University-NYC
- Mercy University at Dobbs Ferry, NY
Most grads in this program transfer to four-year schools, but our students have gone on to work for:
- Dutchess County
- Global Foundries
- Curia - R&D and manufacturing facilities
- Nuvance Health
- CVS
- Local School Systems as Educators
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In-Demand Skills
As a science student, you'll develop flexible skills fit for diverse education and career paths. You'll be prepared for jobs that require evaluating evidence, testing ideas, and solving problems.
You'll graduate ready to:
- Present information clearly
- Write persuasively
- Apply the scientific method — hypothesis, test, conclusion
- Interpret numerical and graphical info
- Use technology tools
- Consider evidence and propose solutions
How to Make DCC Work for You
Contact Us
Office of Admissions
101 Orcutt Student Services Center
Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Phone: (845) 431-8010
Email: admissions@sunydutchess.edu
53 Pendell Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601