Associate of Science

The Associate of Science degree teaches students to think critically and creatively about their perceptions of ideas, events and people. This degree is for students who would like to pursue a science based degree. Core curriculum emphasizes mathematics and science, but also includes English, history, and social studies, while learning fundamental skills in analysis, research, composition and reading comprehension. This is a science intensive degree designed to position the student for successful employment, career advancement, or more focused study in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields at the baccalaureate level.

Core curriculum includes English, history, science, mathematics and social studies, and learning fundamental skills in research, composition and reading comprehension
Students learn how to:
listen carefully
analyze information
formulate solutions
communicate in a clear, concise and authentic manner
Programs can be used as the basis to continue your education and obtain a bachelor's degree

Official documents (including transcripts, test results, and diplomas/certificates) MUST be submitted for full admission, award of scholarships and the issuance of an I-20.
You are a high school student or have completed high school or equivalent and have never enrolled in a college/university.
An official final transcript must be submitted before you can register for your second semester coursework.
SAT or ACT The University of Akron is test-optional. The SAT or ACT is not required for admission or scholarship consideration for applicants.
TOEFL iBT 71
IELTS 6.0
SAT (Evidence-based reading & writing) test taken after March 2016 = 500
ACT English 18