Transfer Plans
For additional information and possible next steps, please refer to the following information:
- If you are considering transferring to GVSU, please visit our Transfer Admissions resource page for all the information you need to get started.
- For information on how your courses transfer to GVSU, please review the Course Equivalencies online.
- If you decide to transfer to GVSU prior to completing your Associates Degree, you should consider taking advantage of the reverse transfer agreement we have with all Michigan community colleges.
- Our online catalog provides a wealth of information on GVSU's academic programs, policies and procedures, course descriptions, etc.
- Each college at GVSU has an academic advising center that serves specific majors in that college. If you have specific questions about program requirements, you could contact the advising center to seek additional information.
- Each academic department at GVSU provides additional information about specific programs of study and links to important resources. You may access a comprehensive list here.
- Our Career Center provides comprehensive support and resources for all students at GVSU. It is recommended that you connect with the counselors there as soon as you transition to GVSU.
- The Career Guides by Major allow students to investigate possible career or graduate/professional school opportunities based on specific programs of study.
Transfer plans are meant to provide you with a suggested outline of courses for your respective academic interest. They are simply a guide while you attend community college. If you have additional questions regarding the content of this transfer plan, please contact the GVSU Admissions & Recruitment Office by phone at 616-331-2025 or by email at [email protected].
Northwestern Michigan College
Program Guide for Biology
First Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 111 | 4 |
| MTH 121 | 4 |
| CHM 150 + 150R + 150L | 5 |
| BIO 115 + 115L | 4 |
| Total | 17 |
First Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 112 | 4 |
| BIO 116 + 116L | 4 |
| Social Science elective | 3 |
| CHM 151 + 151R + 151L | 5 |
| Total | 16 |
Second Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| U.S. Diversity elective | 3 |
| Social Science elective | 3 |
| MTH 131 | 3 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| CHM 250 + 240L | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
Second Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| CHM 251 + 251L | 5 |
| MTH 122 | 3 |
| Global Perspectives elective | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
NOTES:
- Degree offered: B.A., B.S.. Students seeking the B.A. degree must demonstrate third-semester proficiency in a foreign language.
- Students may take PHY 105 + 105L or PHY 121 + 121L, PHY 221 + 221L + 221R. However, at least 58 credits must be taken from a four year college.
- This guide fulfills the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). Social science electives must be selected from different disciplines. Humanities electives must be selected from different disciplines. Please check with your community college advisor for additional associate degree requirements. GVSU will still honor the MACRAO agreement.
- Global Perspectives electives: Please see general education guide for list of approved courses
- U.S. Diversity electives: Please see general education guide for list of approved courses
- Students should choose humanities and social science electives from the World Perspectives and/or U.S. Diversity courses.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As a science, biology offers the opportunity to study and experiment with animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria in the laboratory and outdoors. Biologists make contributions in widely varying areas, including medicine, crop development, wildlife management, environmental preservation, and systematics.
Advances in the field of medicine and the numerous biological problems associated with human beings and their environment provide promising opportunities for work in biology. Careers in biology which require a bachelor's degree include: agronomist, aquatic biologist, biotechnologist, botanist, conservationist, fisheries biologist, genetics technician, horticulturist, marine biologist, microbiologist, quality control technician, park naturalist/ranger, teacher, waste water technician, zoologist, and positions with seed, fertilizer, pesticide, chemical, medical supply, or drug companies, museums, zoos, government agencies, and private environmental consulting firms.