Academic Programs - Requirements
Below are the requirements and recommendations for entrance into our academic programs. For more information, click on the program name.
Program |
Application Code | Degree Received | Requirements & Recommendations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 0630 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Agricultural Business | 0511 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Agricultural Technology | 0510 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Air Conditioning and Heating Technology | 0464 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Architectural Engineering Technology | 0443 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry |
| Architectural Technology | 1452 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. Recommended: Pre-calculus, Physics Transfer StudentsAll transfer students applying for entrance into the BS program must submit a portfolio. Portfolio must include six (6) to eight (8) examples of the student’s best work. Examples should be copies (not originals) of design work including any work in the two- or three-dimensional visual arts done in academic settings, practice, or as personal work. All work must include the name of applicant, date of work, and an indication of whether the work was an academic, professional, or personal project. If the item is part of a group effort, the specific role of the applicant should be included. All portfolio material must be bound. Portfolio overall size must not be more than 10” x 12” (25 cm x 30 cm) and 1” (2.5 cm) thick. The applicant’s name must be clearly visible on the binding. The use of slides is discouraged. The portfolio should be submitted by mail in a padded envelope to: The department will keep portfolio materials unless a prepaid, self-addressed return envelope is mailed with the applicant’s portfolio. Portfolios held by the department will be discarded if not retrieved by the applicant in one semester. |
| Architecture | 0135 | Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry with an 86 or above average plus high school pre-calculus or a fourth-year math for New York State high school graduates. Students must submit a standardized test score (SAT and/or ACT) with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,100 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 24. Physics is recommended. All students applying must submit a portfolio for review and consideration of his/her direct acceptance into the Bachelor of Architecture program. Portfolio RequirementsAll students applying for entrance into the Bachelor of Architecture program must submit a portfolio. Portfolio must include six (6) to eight (8) examples of the student’s best work. Examples should be copies (not originals) of design work including any work in the two- or three-dimensional visual arts done in academic settings, or as personal work. All work must include the name of applicant, date of work, and an indication of whether the work was an academic, or personal project. If the item is part of a group effort, the specific role of the applicant should be included. All portfolio material must be bound. Portfolio overall size must not be more than 10" x 12" (25 cm x 30 cm) and 1" (2.5 cm) thick. The applicant’s name must be clearly visible on the binding. The use of slides is discouraged. The portfolio should be submitted by mail in a padded envelope to: The department will keep portfolio materials unless a prepaid, self-addressed return envelope is mailed with the applicant’s portfolio. Portfolios held by the department will be discarded if not retrieved by the applicant in one semester. |
| Autobody Repair | 0453 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Automotive Service Technician | 0451 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Biological Science | 1554 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, Biology, Chemistry |
| Building Trades-Building Construction | 0420 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Business Administration (BBA) | 0280 | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21 Recommended: Algebra 2/ Trigonometry |
| Business Administration (Transfer) | 0671 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Business Management (Career) | 1306 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| CAD/CAM Technology | 1337 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Coding & Reimbursement Specialist | 1671 | Certificate (Cert) |
Required: High School Biology or equivalent |
| Computer Engineering Technology (AAS) | 1602 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry |
| Computer Engineering Technology (BS) | 1357 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with recommended SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Computer Information Systems | 0581 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry * *Students who place into intermediate algebra will be required to take one additional mathematics course. |
| Computer Science | 0532 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry |
| Construction Engineering Technology | 0577 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry |
| Construction Management Engineering Technology | 1603 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Court and Realtime Reporting | 0647 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Court Reporting and Captioning | 2152 | Certificate (Cert) |
Required: Algebra |
| Culinary Arts | 0578 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: In-depth knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing skills. ExpensesIn addition to regular college expenses, the student must purchase a probe thermometer, calculator, uniform package, and uniform laundry service from the Alfred State Campus Bookstore. Uniforms may cost approximately $360 - $460 depending on the size ordered. The uniform laundry service is $78 per semester. All culinary arts students are required to purchase a meal plan. First semester textbooks cost approximately $500 and approximately $100 each succeeding semester. |
| Culinary Arts-Baking, Production & Management | 0423 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: In-depth knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing skills. Work Experience RequirementsThe department requires that all students obtain an approved job in the baking industry for a minimum of 320 hours of employment during the summer between the first and second years of the program. This is to enhance skill development and improve career advancement after graduation. ExpensesIn addition to regular college expenses, the student must purchase decorating tips, a probe thermometer, calculator, uniform package, and uniform laundry service from the Alfred State Campus Bookstore. Uniforms may cost approximately $360 - $460 depending on the size ordered. The uniform laundry service is $78 per semester. All culinary arts: baking production & management students are required to purchase a meal plan. First semester textbooks cost approximately $500 and approximately $100 each succeeding semester. |
| Digital Media and Animation (AAS) | 1212 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Digital Media and Animation (BS) | 2018 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Drafting/CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting) | 0450 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Drafting/CAD-Model Building & Process Piping Drawing | 0419 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Drafting/CAD-Technical Illustration | 0418 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Electrical Construction and Maintenance Electrician | 0498 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra; good writing and reading comprehension skills ScholarshipsThe Margaret Pfuntner Scholarship is awarded to a third-semester student. |
| Electrical Engineering Technology (AAS) | 0699 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry |
| Electrical Engineering Technology (BS) | 0216 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Engineering Science | 0530 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, Precalc; Physics or Chemistry |
| Entrepreneurship | 1362 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Environmental Technology | 570 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, Biology, Chemistry |
| Financial Planning | 1938 | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21 |
| Financial Services | 0641 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Forensic Science Technology | 2023 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, Biology, Chemistry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Health Information Technology | 1969 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: high school biology or equivalent |
| Heavy Equipment Operations | 1908 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra Students will be accepted for the heavy equipment operations program based on the strength of their application. Criteria for consideration will include high school average, regents exam scores (if a New York State student), grades in related course work, results of standardized tests (if available), and additional information provided through letters of recommendation, a personal essay indicating career goals, and a resume. Initial application review will begin on Nov. 1. |
| Heavy Equipment: Truck and Diesel Technician | 0452 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Human Services | 1175 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Human Services Management | 2153 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21
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| Individual Studies | 0688 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Information Security and Assurance | 2085 | Bachelor of Technology (BTech) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Information Technology - Applications Software Development | 1502 | Bachelor of Technology (BTech) |
Required: Algebra,Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Information Technology - Network Administration | 1505 | Bachelor of Technology (BTech) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Information Technology - Web Development | 1506 | Bachelor of Technology (BTech) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Interior Design | 0656 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences - Adolescent Education | 1804 | Associate in Arts (AA) |
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| Liberal Arts & Sciences - Humanities | 0201 | Associate in Arts (AA) |
Required: Algebra |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math & Science | 0645 | Associate in Arts (AA) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2/Trigonometry; Biology; Chemistry or Physics |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences - Social Science | 0212 | Associate in Arts (AA) |
Required: Algebra |
| Machine Tool Technology | 0551 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Marketing | 0633 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra |
| Masonry | 0401 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology (AAS) | 0493 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology (BS) | 0235 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Motorsports Technology | 1619 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: Algebra |
| Nursing (AAS) | 0622 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Biology, Chemistry at high school level; if not taken in high school, then college course with “C” or better is required. Biology: BIOL 2303 Human Biology or BIOL 1104 General Biology I. Chemistry: CHEM 1013 Introductory Chemistry I. Algebra: MATH 1004 Mathematical Concepts. or Math 1014 Algebra Concepts |
| Nursing (BS) | 0291 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Admission to the BS-Nursing program requires graduation from an approved associate degree nursing or certified diploma program and plans to secure licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse by completion of the first semester in the program. The minimum GPA requirement for admission is 2.00. The applicant's associate degree course work will include at least 30 credits of nursing, eight credits of anatomy and physiology, a lab course in microbiology, and course work in communication, literature, psychology, and sociology. The applicant's diploma course work will include at least 30 credits of nursing, eight credits of anatomy and physiology, a lab course in microbiology, and will follow the voluntary transfer NY State model program. Students may take nine nursing upper level credits prior to matriculating in the BS program. Students must have an active, unencumbered state license to progress into the second semester of BS-N courses. |
| Pre-Environmental Science and Forestry | 0645 (Indicate P-ESF on Special Campus Project line) | Associate in Arts (AA) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry; Biology; Chemistry or Physics |
| Sport Management | 0182 | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21 |
| Sports Management | 1396 | Associate in Science (AS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry |
| Surveying Engineering Technology (AAS) | 1039 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry |
| Surveying Engineering Technology (BS) | 1046 | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. |
| Technology Management | 1318 | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
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| Undeclared Major | 0000 | None |
Required: Algebra |
| Veterinary Technology | 0521 | Associate in Applied Science (AAS) |
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, Biology, Chemistry |
| Welding Technology | 0666 | Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) |
Recommended: In-depth knowledge of basic math skills |
