Transfer Degree-Emphasis

Low-Cost Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA)

Overview 

Complete your Associate in Arts Degree, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) with low-cost educational resources. Low-cost educational resources mean that textbooks and materials cost less than $50 per class (Note: lab fees may still be required). Classes on this pathway are offered in-person, hybrid, and/or fully online. 

Sample Schedule  

This Sample Schedule is provided as a guide for a full-time student starting in fall quarter whose goal is to earn the Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA). The courses are designed with the appropriate number of credits to meet degree requirements and are organized in a recommended sequence. Please consult an advisor to schedule courses and develop a personalized educational plan.  

      Your personal Educational Plan will vary based on many factors including:  

  • The quarter you begin 
  • How many classes/credits you plan to take in each quarter 
  • Your Math and English placement 
  • If you have credits you have already taken and plan to transfer them 
  • The college you are interested in transferring to 
  • If you start in our Transitional Studies program  

Transfer and Degree Requirements  

Students working toward their transfer degree typically take a variety of courses designed to fulfill the general requirements of most four-year colleges and universities. Students intending to transfer to a four-year college for further study are encouraged to work closely with their advisor and transfer institution to explore the requirements of the college they wish to attend after Peninsula. Most institutions have separate admission criteria, which may be based on grades, prerequisite coursework, test scores, and other considerations. Our Sample Schedule is designed to provide you with faculty recommended courses to complete your Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) degree, but is not a major ready pathway.  

Transfer Institution Information 

Students must select credits from three distribution lists: Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities. A specific course may be credited toward no more than one distribution requirement. A minimum of fifteen credits in two separate subject areas must be selected from each list. For Natural Sciences, at least five credits must be a lab. For Humanities, no more than five credits can be a Humanities-Performance course and no more than five credits may be applied in world languages at the 100 level.

Low-cost courses vary by quarter. To ensure the course is offered as low-cost, follow this link to the Class Search page or use this guide to search.

First Quarter (Fall)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

This course provides support, develops positive connections, and opens learning opportunities to help students identify and pursue their academic and career goals. Through a process of self-discovery, students cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves that highlights their unique strengths and identifies areas for growth. Students will also learn how to navigate college systems and understand its specialized vocabulary and procedures. Throughout, this course reassures students of all backgrounds and abilities that they belong. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

This class has a fee of $12.13.

Credits: 5

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5

Active reading, effective writing, and critical thinking, using subjective and objective approaches. Introduction to research techniques. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Communication Skills)

Credits: 5

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Humanities  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Humanities + Consider Music (MUSC/MUSC&), Public Speaking (CMST& 220), Integrated Studies (IS) or Philosophy (PHIL&)

Second Quarter (Winter)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

Reading and writing using analytical and critical approaches. One or more research papers. Builds on concepts introduced in ENGL& 101. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Communication Skills)

Credits: 5

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MATH& 107 or above  +
5
Social Sciences  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Social Sciences + Consider Sociology (SOC/SOC&) or Microeconomics (ECON& 201)

Third Quarter (Spring)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
Elective  +

Take any course 100 level or above.

5
Humanities  +
5
Natural Sciences  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Elective + For a complete list of low-cost options, follow this link to the Class Search page
Humanities + Consider Film (FILM), History of Art III (ART 128) or Interpersonal Communication (CMST& 210)
Natural Sciences + Consider Survey of Astronomy (ASTR& 100), Introduction to Computer Science (CS 100), Introduction to Human Nutrition (NUTR& 101) or Survey of Environmental Science (ENVS& 100)

Fourth Quarter (Fall)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
Elective  +

Take any course 100 level or above.

5
5

Basic principles of physics presented without use of calculus. Suitable for students majoring in technically oriented fields other than engineering or the physical sciences. Mechanics. Working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry: one year high school physics is recommended. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Natural Sciences with Lab, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Social Sciences  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Elective + For a complete list of low-cost options, follow this link to the Class Search page
Social Sciences + Consider Contemporary Global Issues (SOCSI 101), Sociology (SOC/SOC&) or Political Ideas and Ideologies (POLS 125)

Fifth Quarter (Winter)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
Elective  +

Take any course 100 level or above.

5
Elective  +

Take any course 100 level or above.

5
Humanities  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Elective + For a complete list of low-cost options, follow this link to the Class Search page
Humanities + Consider Communication Study (CMST/CMST&), Tidepools: Exploring Literature and the Arts II (ENGL 181), Film (FILM/FILM&), Integrated Studies (IS), History of Rock N Roll (MUSC 110) or English Literature (ENGL/ENGL&)

Sixth Quarter (Spring)

Catalog #
Title
Credits
Elective  +

Take any course 100 level or above.

5
Natural Sciences  +
5
Social Sciences  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
15

Elective + For a complete list of low-cost options, follow this link to the Class Search page
Natural Sciences + Consider Survey of Astronomy (ASTR& 100), Introduction to Computer Science (CS 100), Introduction to Human Nutrition (NUTR& 101) or Survey of Environmental Science (ENVS& 100)
Social Sciences + Consider History (HIST&), Contemporary Global Issues (SOCSI 101), Sociology (SOC/SOC&) or American Government (POLS& 202)

Total Credits
90