how many community college math classes do you need for an AA degree, and a transfer to 4 year university?

Question

i've heard that you only need 1. i HATE math. GRR.

Answer 1

It depends on the major but community colleges typically require one college level math course, like college math, statistics, or algebra. At the 4-year level, again it depends on the major but, it's typically two college level quantitative courses (Math, Stats, Logic)

Answer 2

Don't let the math scare you. I hated math too. I decided to go back to school after 30 years of H.S.

I tested into: Math 081. I had to take: Math 083,084,085,098, 116, 117, 240. To get into a business program. At the CC level, there usually is a tutoring center for students that have difficulty in math. Believe me, nobody was more afraid of math than I was. But you can do it...baby steps.

The key is to get a good foundation, and then build from there. Here are some things that got me through the math.

1. Ask the professor if you do not understand something. Don't be afraid to raise your hand and ask the quesiton because the odds are other students are not understanding too.

2. Do all the problems in the book, not just the ones assigned.

3. Rewrite your notes at home.

4. Study with a friend, or in a small group. Usually if one person does not understand all of you could work the problem out together and together you may be able to get the right answer.

5. Meet with the professor during office hours.

6. This helped me the most:

STUDY OUTSIDE OF THE PROFESSORS OFFICE. I did that and I was lucky because my professor took the time to come out and help me with my math problems.

Now there are a ton of web sites to help you with math. Do not shy away from your fear...but face it head on. Don't let math from keeping you from your destiny.

Answer 3

ALL state universities will make you take College Algebra. If you are going into the social sciences, you will have to take Intro to Statistics. If you are planning on majoring in English or Language, I'm not sure what you will have to take beyond College Algebra.
And Did you know that you do not have to have an AA degree to go to a university? In fact, I have a Bachelor's degree and I'm working on my Post-Bach (Graduate Studies) and I know first hand that you skip right over AA and work toward your BA at the University. I don't believe that there are any state universities that even offer an AA degree. If you are planning to attend a junior college/ community college, you can sign-up as a Transfer student, and you will still be eligible for Student Loans.