AA&S Science

Program: Science (881)
Award: Associate of Arts and Sciences (transfer degree)

Program Purpose:

This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in a science related field.

What will I learn?

Students in this program will be introduced to the sciences and develop foundational knowledge and skills for civic engagement, critical thinking, professional readiness, quantitative literacy, scientific literacy, and written communication. 

How long will I need to be in college?

A college-ready student attending Camp full-time can complete this associate degree in two years. 

Where do Camp students who complete this degree transfer?

Over the last five years, Camp graduates from this program have transferred to College of William and Mary, George Mason University, Liberty University, Old Dominion, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Polytech and State University, and Virginia State University.

What is the job outlook for science related careers that require a four-year degree?

As of the fourth quarter of 2021, total employment in the Hampton Roads Workforce Region was as follows:

• Environmental Scientists was 347. There is projected annual demand/need for 33 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Environmental Scientists, April 2022).
• Chemist was 177. There is projected annual demand/need for 15 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Chemist, April 2022).
• Material Scientists was 17. There is projected annual demand/need for 2 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Material Scientists, April 2022).
• Microbiologist was 54. There is projected annual demand/need for 5 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Microbiologists, April 2022).

How much can I earn with a four-year degree in science?

Below are the 2021 wages for careers, within the Hampton Roads Workforce Region, that are related to this field.

(Source:  Jobs EQ Occupation Report Wages, April 2022)

Want to know more?  Check out the program map and program requirements in the College Catalog.