What is a Transfer Pathway?
A transfer pathway represents a typical course schedule/sequence for a student planning to complete the A.A. degree within two years, then transfer and major in a specific discipline. A transfer pathway is not institution-specific.
It is important to understand that the pathway provided in the adjacent tab is just one possible combination of classes by which to complete an A.A. and prepare for transfer in your chosen area of study. Other course combinations and sequences can work, too. It is strongly recommended that students work directly and frequently with a COD academic counselor/advisor, a COD faculty advisor, and academic counselors/advisors at potential transfer schools, to develop and execute a plan that works best for them.
For more information about Education, please visit the program page.
College of DuPage also offers institution-specific information to help prepare you to transfer to a four-year college or university; please visit the transfer opportunities page for more information.
Suggested Semester Sequence
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGLI 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| EDUCA 1100 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Physical Science 1 | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Mathematics 2 | 3-5 |
| Credits | 15-17 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ENGLI 1102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| Select one of the following Education courses: | 3 | |
| School Procedure | ||
| Technology Integration in K-12 Schools | ||
| Education for Exceptional Children | ||
| Instructional Psychology | ||
| Diversity in K-12 Schools | ||
| BIOLO 1110 | Environmental Biology | 4 |
| Gen Ed | Mathematics | 3 |
| PHILO 1110 | Ethics | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| SPEEC 1100 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| Select one of the following Education courses: | 3 | |
| School Procedure | ||
| Technology Integration in K-12 Schools | ||
| Education for Exceptional Children | ||
| Instructional Psychology | ||
| Diversity in K-12 Schools | ||
| Gen Ed | Fine Arts 4 | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Humanities 4 | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Select one of the following Education courses: | 3 | |
| School Procedure | ||
| Technology Integration in K-12 Schools | ||
| Education for Exceptional Children | ||
| Instructional Psychology | ||
| Diversity in K-12 Schools | ||
| Additional coursework to meet transfer institution requirements | 12-14 | |
| Credits | 15-17 | |
| Total Credits | 61-65 | |
- 1
See Education Program Advisor if math placement score (ALEKS) is less than 46. If placement score is 46 or higher choose any physical science course.
- 2
See Education Program Advisor for required math course/sequence after placement test is complete.
- 3
See Education Program Advisor if math placement score (ALEKS) is less than 46. If placement score is 46 or higher choose any life science course.
- 4
See Education Program Advisor, student planning worksheet or transfer guide.
Program Milestones
First Semester
- Consider joining or visiting with a professional, cultural or interest-based Student Club.
- Meet with Education Program Advisor
- Must take math placement prior to enrolling first semester
- Join Student Education Association (SEA) Club
Second Semester
- If you have not done so yet this semester, it is important to make an appointment with a Faculty or Program Advisor to discuss your future academic progress.
- Choose transfer institution aligned with your major prior to enrolling in second semester.
General Education Requirements
For general education requirements for the A.A. degree, please visit the A.A. degree catalog page.
Please note that the A.A. and A.S. Degrees currently require a minimum of 64 hours for completion. If the transfer pathway listed above has fewer than 64 hours listed, students will need to take additional coursework to reach that minimum. Students should consult with a faculty or program advisor to discuss their options.