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Of course! In fact, that's the best way: Get the two-year associates degree, first; and then ask a four-year bachelors degree program to have said associates degree count as the first two (freshmand and sophomore) years of the bachelors; and then enter said bachelors as a full junior, completing that, and then the senior years, and, voila!, you emerge from the four years with both an associates and a bachelors!
Or you could just enter the four-year bachelors program as a freshman, do all four of its years, and emerge after four years with just a bachelors. The first two (freshman and sophomore) years are very, very similar, regardless which of the two ways you do it. That being the case, my advice is to always get the associates first, and then the bachelors, so that one gets two (2) degrees, instead of just one, from the same four years of study!
But, hey... that's just me.
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How long is an undergraduate psychology major in UC Berkeley In years?
An associates degree takes approximately two years, and a bachelors four years as a full time student, and provided the student takes the degree as prescribed by the college or university. Both degrees are considered undergraduate degrees. If one already holds an associates degree in a transferable program within the same field of study, then the bachelors should only take an additional two years.
What is an associates degree and how does it compare to other degrees?
An associates degree is a 2 year degree you can obtain both online and on campus. Just about everything requires either your high school diploma or at least an associates degree. You can obtain the 2 year degree for just about any field of interest.
Would an associate's degree apply toward a bachelor's degree if you decide to continue your education?
The two-year associates degree is equivalent to the first two (freshman and sophomore) years of a four-year bachelors degree. So, then, one who holds a two-year associates degree may apply to a four-year bachelors degree program and enter same as a full junior; and, from there, complete just the junior and senior years of said bachelors degree.At the end of it all, one has still only gone to school for four years, exactly the same as if one had entered the four-year bachelors degree program as a freshman; however, by getting the associates first, one has two (2) degrees that one may put on one's resume at the end of that same four years.Or at least that's how it's supposed to work. The sad truth is that sometimes the associates degree doesn't contain either enough of, or the right kind of what's called "lower division general education" (LDGE) to satisfy the bachelors program. In other words, the bachelors program, if the student had just entered it from the freshman year in the first place, might require a certain amount and kind of LDGE; and the associates program, while containing roughly the same LDGE, may be just a little bit different. And so, in such case, before the bachelors program will allow the associates degree holder to enter said bachelors program as a full junior, a semester or so of additional LDGE may be required.In California, for example, we have the "community college system" (CCS) at the associates degree level; and then both the "California State University" (CSU) and the "University of California" (UC) systems. The CSU syste requires a certain kind and amount of LDGE that's just a little bit different than the UC system requires; and, even weirder, neither of those is quite the same as the LDGE that the CCS system requires if it doesn't know whether the student planes to later enter either the CSU or UC systems.So, then, what that means is the unless the CCS student specifically plans his/her LDGE in anticipation of entering either the CSU or UC systems, then it's entirely possible that his/her LDGE won't be quite right for either; even though it's enough to graduate with the assocates from the CCS system.Planning, planning, planning... that's the key. The bachelors program's "catalog" will explain what LDGE is required. The associates degree student should get a copy (either in print, through the US Mail, or as a PDF file, downloaded from the bachelors program's website) of the catalog, and learn, from it, what LDGE is required; and then said student should simply ensure that whatever LDGE s/he takes during the associates program is what the bachelors program requires.If the associates degree student hasn't decided, yet, what bachelors program s/he will enter after s/he earns his/her assocates degree, then s/he should consult with his/her academic advisor and structure his/her LDGE such that it's more than what pretty much any bachelors program would likely require so that s/he is then free to apply to pretty much any bachelors program out there. For Californians, the pretty much means to simply structure the LDGE of one's associates degree, while in the CCS system school such that the UC system (the tougher of the two, CSU and UC, systems) would accept it.
Can an individual pursue a master of arts degree at Utah Valley State College?
Utah Valley State College (UVSC) offers both Associates and Bachelors degrees. At this point in time, they do not offer graduate level programs. of study. Viper1
Is it best to go for associate or bacholers degree first?
You can choose to start with either if your intent is to obtain the bachelor's degree.An Associate degree (two year community college) is designed as a two year program of study as a full-time student provided the student takes the degree as prescribed by the college. Evidently it would take longer as a part-time student. Within the United States, the associates typically falls into three main categories; Associates of Arts (AA), Associates of Science (AS), and Associates of Applied Science (AAS). An associates of arts (AA), and associates in science (AS) degrees are typically designed for transfer to a four year college or university. Therefore, these degrees have a strong liberal arts emphasis and include a good balance of humanities, social science, and written communication along with the exact sciences especially in higher level math. They also have the foundational course work needed as prerequisites for the higher level courses at the four year institution. The AAS was typically designed as a terminal degree giving the student all the expertise needed to enter the workforce after completion of the degree. However, today, many AAS degree are transferable to four year institutions, but the student should meet with the transfer counselor for appropriate direction when it comes to the AAS degrees. Depending on the program of study and state mandates, the associates can take anywhere from 60 to 64 credits to complete. Some programs of study (usually within the health related fields) may take a bit more in credits.Four Year College or University LevelThe bachelor's degree (four year college or university) is designed as a four year program of study provided the student takes the degree as prescribed by the college or university. Again, part-time students will take longer to complete the degree. How long it would take depends on the credit load taken per semester. Basically, within the United States there are two common categories; Bachelors of Arts (BA), and Bachelors of Science (BS). It depends on the institution and department within the school as to which focus they prefer.The BA has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.The BS is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.The number of credits required depends on the program of study. In general, the bachelors can take between 120 and 128 credits to complete. Some programs of study may take more. For example, architecture. The following are some differences between community colleges, and four year colleges and universities.Community CollegeMany individuals start at the community college level for a variety of reasons to include:Community colleges are less expensive to start out with. You can cut the cost of a four year degree almost in half by starting at a community college first, and then transferring to four year college or university to finish up the last two years.There are typically smaller classroom sizes at the community college with a better professor to student ratio, which means more individualized attention.Some students do not meet the entrance requirements of the four year college or university, thus they start at the community college first, then transfer later.The community colleges are typically more family oriented, with a strong sense of community.Some students like to be close to home, thus they start at their home county community college.Four Year Colleges and UniversitiesFour year institutions are usually larger, with a number of activities not offered at the community college level. For example, fraternities, and sororities, college football, etc.Some colleges may have top name lecturers, within large lecture halls which are preferred by many students.Some individuals like the four year institutions environment (the university atmosphere).There are students who can major in special program curriculums not offered by the community college.In the end, it is a matter of preference.
Can you earn an associate's degree and then go to an university?
Yes, it is possible to earn an associate's degree and then transfer to a university to pursue a bachelor's degree. Many universities have transfer agreements and pathways that allow students with an associate's degree to transfer to a four-year institution and continue their education. It is important to research and consult with academic advisors at both the community college and university to ensure a smooth transfer process.
How do you sign your name with a double major in bachelor of science?
First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.First, placing the abbreviation for a bachelors degree after your name is not considered appropriate. The abbreviations are typically for a masters and doctorate degrees. However, if you must, if both majors are a bachelors of science, then you only indicate B.S.. If one were a bachelor of arts and the other a bachelors of science, then you would indicate both, B.A., B.S. Still, you may get a lot of strange looks by doing this.
What are some fast degrees?
There are no shortcuts. Please stop that kind of thinking. All degrees consist of the same numbers of course credits, and all course credits take about the same amount of time to earn. So there's no such thing as a "fast" degree.The only thing you can do to maybe speed it up a bit is to "test out" of certain courses by sitting for either CLEP or DSST/Dantes standardized exams. But most schools won't let you do very much of that. The absolute most CLEP/DANTES exam credits that most schools will accept is maybe a year's worth... approximately 30 semester credit hours worth. Most won't even allow that much.So, bottom line: However long a degree takes, is how long it takes. There's no shortcutting.A 60-semester-credit-hour associates (AA or AS) degree takes two years of full-time study.A 120-semester-credit-hour bachelors (BA or BS) degree takes four years of full-time study.Remember, though, that the associates degree is equal to the first two years of the bachelors degree. So it doesn't take six years of full-time study to earn both an associates and a bachelors. Rather, one first earns the associates, and then transfers that into a bachelors program; and the associates counts as the freshman and sophomore years of the bachelors, thereby allowing the student to enter the bachelors as a junior, and then complete just the junior and senior years of the bachelors. So, then, both the associates and bachelors are earned in only four years, just exactly the same is if just the four-year bachelors were earned without the associates.Of course, either of them may be earned over a longer period of time via part-time study; and many people -- especially working people, with families -- do it eactly that way. It just requires both perseverance and patience.If you have neither the patience or perseverance to take however long it takes to earn the degree, then you're not suited to pursue said degree.Whatever you do, though, don't fake it. Don't go out and get a worthless degree-mill or diploma-mill degree. More and more states are actually making that illegal; and in states like Oregon, you can even be charged with a crime for putting a fake degree on your business card, resume, a job application, in advertising, etc. Plus, once you're on the Internet somewhere, claiming a fake degree, it'll follow you around for the rest of your life, even if you stop claiming it in the real world. Human resources people always Google new job applicants, and your claiming that old fake degree will still be out there, online somewhere, even when you're in your sixties. DO NOT DO IT!Do not shortcut. Get an accredited and legitimate degree legitimately! And however long it takes, is however long it takes. One is either sufficiently patient and mature to endure it, or one isn't.
Can you work towards a bachelor's degree and a master's degree simultaneously?
Yes, it is possible within colleges and universities that offer this approach. However, not all do. You would have to check into colleges and universities that offer a combined bachelors and masters.
How does a teacher earn per year?
It varies per state and degree requirements per state. Some states require just a bachelors and others may require both a masters and bachelors degree. But it can start at about $40,000 with a masters. Again it depends on the state requirements.
What is the United States national percentage of individuals who have acquired a Bachelors degree?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2000), the break down of individuals ages 25 and over with a Bachelors degree is as follows: Male - 16.1 Female - 15.0 Both - 15.5 (national percent)
What courses do I need to complete to be an accountant ?
For starters, youll need a degree from an accredited college or university, and preferably a bachelors degree instead of an associates degree. The higher your degree, the better job youll be able to get. You can also choose to further your education with a masters degree, whether itss a masters of business administration or a more focused master of accountancy. Both are good degrees, just with different executions: the former gives you a broader base in business, while the latter gives you a greater degree of training in specific accountancy matters.
