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 second quarter of 2023, total employment in the Hampton Roads Workforce Region was as follows:

• Environmental Scientists was 458. There is projected annual demand/need for 40 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Environmental Scientists, January 2024).
• Chemist was 288. There is projected annual demand/need for 22 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Chemist, January 2024).
• Material Scientists was 30. There is projected annual demand/need for 2 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Material Scientists, January 2024).
• Microbiologist was 38. There is projected annual demand/need for 3 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Microbiologists, January 2024).

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

Below are the 2023 wages for careers, within the Hampton Roads Workforce Region, that are related to this field.

(Source:  Jobs EQ Occupation Report Wages, January 2024)

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