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Associate of Geology for Transfer

San Mateo County Community College District - Skyline College

San Bruno, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

Associate of Science in Geology for Transfer at College of Alameda, A full-time on-campus programme for F-1 students.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Geology for Transfer
Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
Communicate findings clearly
And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.

Career outcomes

Science technician with USGS
EBMUD or EPA
Geotechnical work
Geology lab technician
Transfer to earth science programmes

Curriculum

Sequence includes introductory
Physical
Historical and California geology
Mineralogy
Calculus and general chemistry
Plus physical geography
Physical anthropology
GIS and Coast Range studies
The AS adds general education requirements.

Entry requirements

Academic

Age 16 or older; applicants under 18 show high school graduation or equivalent; official high school or university transcript; valid passport; English proof (TOEFL iBT 56
IELTS 5.5 or Duolingo 85); financial document showing at least 32
500 USD (plus 5
000 USD for a first dependant and 2
500 USD for each additional).

Accepted academic background

High school graduation or equivalent (required if under 18); official transcript from high school or university; age 16+; transfer students bring I-20 and F-1 visa copy

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 56
IELTS 5.5
Duolingo 85
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Financial Evidence
Visa Copy

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$10,584 USD
Application fee	$0 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Skyline College (San Bruno)
Faculty or school	Science, Technology & Health
Department	Geology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	College scholarship opportunities exist for eligible enrolled students; award rules determine international eligibility.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.