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zoey
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Can I take Biology in a 2-year college and transfer to a Zoology in a 4-year university?
I think i'm starting to understand, but I still cant figure out what classes I need.
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John Sirko
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Check if your chosen four-year college accepts credits from the two-year program you're considering. Most four-year colleges provide information about transferable credits. Also, if you plan to major in a specific field, ensure the program accepts your credits as prerequisites.
Wishing you the best on your journey!
Wishing you the best on your journey!
Joe L.
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Yes, you absolutely can take Biology at a 2-year college (community college) and then transfer to a 4-year university to major in Zoology — it’s a pretty common path!
Here’s how to make it work smoothly:
1. Choose a Transfer-Friendly Community College
Look for a community college with articulation agreements (transfer pathways) with 4-year universities. These agreements help ensure that your credits will transfer.
Major in Biology or a Related Science
Since Zoology is a branch of Biology, starting with a general Biology associate’s degree (AS or AA) is a solid choice. You’ll typically take:
General Biology I & II
General Chemistry I & II
Pre-Calculus or Calculus
English, Social Sciences, etc.
3. Work With an Academic Advisor
Let them know your long-term goal is Zoology so they can help you pick the right courses that will transfer and count toward your major.
4. Pick a Target 4-Year University Early
Research which universities offer Zoology or related majors (like Wildlife Biology, Ecology, etc.) and look at their transfer requirements. Some might want Organic Chem, Physics, or Statistics.
5. Maintain a Good GPA
Most universities want at least a 2.5–3.0 GPA for transfer students. The higher, the better — especially for science majors.
Hope this helps.
Here’s how to make it work smoothly:
1. Choose a Transfer-Friendly Community College
Look for a community college with articulation agreements (transfer pathways) with 4-year universities. These agreements help ensure that your credits will transfer.
Major in Biology or a Related Science
Since Zoology is a branch of Biology, starting with a general Biology associate’s degree (AS or AA) is a solid choice. You’ll typically take:
General Biology I & II
General Chemistry I & II
Pre-Calculus or Calculus
English, Social Sciences, etc.
3. Work With an Academic Advisor
Let them know your long-term goal is Zoology so they can help you pick the right courses that will transfer and count toward your major.
4. Pick a Target 4-Year University Early
Research which universities offer Zoology or related majors (like Wildlife Biology, Ecology, etc.) and look at their transfer requirements. Some might want Organic Chem, Physics, or Statistics.
5. Maintain a Good GPA
Most universities want at least a 2.5–3.0 GPA for transfer students. The higher, the better — especially for science majors.
Hope this helps.