The Associate of Artsdegree is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Completing your 'basics' or becomingcore complete will transfer as a block to your four-year university of choice in Texas.

The Associate of Sciencedegree is designed for students who plan to transfer to Texas public universities in a variety of science-related majors. Completing your 'basics' or becoming core complete will transfer as a block to your four-year university of choice in Texas.

AS and AA Field of Study:Some degrees do not require completion of the core. Fieldof Study degrees replacecore requirements with degree-specific courses. A student who intends to transfer to a university and seek a four-year degree in a particular Field of Study should consult with an advisor to develop a degree plan according to the receiving universitys course requirements and should complete courses listed in the chosen Field of Study.

The Associate of Applied Science degree is designed for career and technical programs that are not intended to transfer, but to instead go directly into a career. These degreescombine general liberal arts courses with specialized technical courses.

Students should visit with an Academic Advisor to ensure that they take the correct courses for their Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree program at TJCin addition to the major for their chosen transfer college or university. The selection of science, math, and elective credit courses is often based on the requirements of the specific transfer college or university.

For 95 years, TJC has embodied the true sense of the term 'community college,' as reflected in its foundational promises to provide students with a quality education, a vibrant student life, and opportunities for service to the community.

With more than 115+ degree and certificate programs, plus extensive training and technical programs, TJC is the best first step for any student, whether they plan to transfer to a four-year institution or gain the skills they need to go directly into the workforce.

When students step onto the 145-acre campus, they are immediately part of the TJC experience, which includes rigorous academics, 67national championships in athletics; stellar fine and performing arts programs; modern residential facilities; and organizations and clubs that reflect student diversity.