text: Science < New Mexico State University
  The Associate of Science degree offers the choice of three different optional concentrations, which allow for an easier transition into a baccalaureate science major depending on the student's choice of major. This degree differs from the Associate of Arts degree in that there is a heavy emphasis in science and mathematics, a requirement for any Bachelor of Science degree. In order to earn an Associate of Science degree, the student must earn at least 16 credits in laboratory sciences. This degree meets all the New Mexico Common Core requirements necessary to complete a bachelor degree.
  ENGL 1110G Composition I with a C or higher; placement into college-level math and reading courses or completion of developmental courses with a C or higher; cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. A minimum of 15 of the 60 credits for the associate's degree must be completed at NMSU or one of its community colleges. Individual academic programs may have additional requirements. A grade of C- or better is required for all courses for the degree. TOTAL CREDIT REQUIRED FOR DEGREE: 60
  IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO CHOOSE A CONCENTRATION listed below.
  Additional approved lab science classes can be found in Area III of the NM Common Core list, in the NMSU-C catalog. Any lab science class not listed below from the NM Common Core list must be approved through a sub/waiver request process in consultation with an advisor.
  (Options are optional)
  BIOL 2610G Principles of Biology: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution & BIOL 2610L Principles of Biology: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution Laboratory (4 cr.)
  BIOL 2110G Principles of Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology & BIOL 2110L Principles of Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology Laboratory (4 cr.)