Associate Degree in English Language for Transfer
Alameda, USA
Associate Degree
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 7,120 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* this is for a standard 15 credit semester including fees / price may vary depending on how many credits are taken
Key Summary
The Associate of Art in English for Transfer (AA-T) is designed for students planning to transfer into the English major at a California State University. A student pursuing this degree will meet the AB 1440 Transfer Curriculum Model for CSU.
The following is required for the Associate of Arts in English for Transfer:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Complete a minimum of 18-semester units in an AA-T major. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass/no pass basis (Title 5 § 55063a).
- Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern. Students should meet early with a Counselor to complete a Student Education Plan (SEP).
Scholarships provide students with opportunities to attend college, advance their knowledge and skills for career readiness and help them prepare for both academic opportunities and financial challenges after transfer. This website provides information and resources to assist students in how to begin their search for scholarship opportunities. Note that requirements and deadlines vary among every scholarship.
College of Alameda Promise
The College of Alameda (COA) Promise is a pathway for Alameda high school graduates to access a quality college education. Eligible students will receive a year of college without fees.
Peralta Foundation Scholarships
Each semester, the Peralta Colleges Foundation is committed to providing students with access to post-secondary education and persistence services so they can complete college prepared for a successful career. The Peralta Promise enables qualifying students to attend their first semester at one of the Peralta Colleges – Laney College, Merritt College, College of Alameda, or Berkeley City College – for free!
External Scholarships
Here is a list of general scholarships that are available for community college students. Not every scholarship has a citizenship requirement. Review the following scholarships for your eligibility.
Recommended Course Sequence
Fall 1
- ENGL 1A/1AS Composition and Reading (w/ support) -- 4 or 5
- MATH 13 Introduction to Statistics (+213 Support Course) -- 4 or 6
- HUMAN 2 Human Values1 -- 3
or
- PSYCH 18 Psychology of U.S. Race & Ethnicity -- 3
- COMM 1A Introduction to Speech -- 3
or
- COMM 45 Public Speaking -- 3
Total Number of Units: 14 - 17
Spring 1
- ENGL 5 Critical Thinking in Reading & Writing -- 3
- ENGL 30A Introduction to American Literature I -- 3
- POSCI 1 Government and Politics in the United States -- 3
or
- POSCI 26 U.S. and California Constitution -- 3
- MUSIC 10 Music Appreciation -- 3
or
- ART 1 Introduction to Art History -- 3
- GEOG 1 Physical Geography -- 3
or
- ASTR 1 Introduction to Astronomy -- 3
Total Number of Units: 15
Fall 2
- ENGL 31 Survey of African-American Literature 3
- ENGL 30B Introduction to American Literature II 3
- ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology 3
- ANTHR 1L Physical Anthropology Laboratory 1
or
- GEOG 1L Physical Geography Laboratory 1
- SPAN 1A Elementary Spanish (or any Spanish) 5 or 3
or
- PHIL 1 Introduction to Philosophy 5 or 3
- ENGL 32A Contemporary Woman Writers 3
or
- COUN 57 Career and Life Planning 3
Total Number of Units: 16 - 18
Spring 2
- ENGL 1B Composition and Reading 4
- ENGL 10A Creative Writing 3
or
- ENGL 47 Children’s Literature 3
- AFRAM 31 African-American History: 1865-1945 3
or
- HIST 7B History of the U.S. since 1865 3
- GEOG 2 Cultural Geography 3
or
- PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology 3
- ENGL 79 Introduction to LGBTQ Literature 3 or 2
or
- LIS 85 Introduction to Information Resources 3 or 2
Total Number of Units: 15 - 16
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- Engage in active, purposeful, critical reading: Theoretical and practical knowledge of the purpose of rhetorical writing and literature; examination of the importance of rhetorical writing and literature in American main- and sub-cultures of the past and present.
- Assess, in writing, the tools and materials given to succeed at the workplace or in the community and be able to suggest changes to increase effectiveness: Assess, evaluate, and interpret ideas found in writing and literature; communicate effectively, reach conclusions, and solve problems concerning the craft and criticism of rhetorical writing and literature.
- Evaluate information critically to develop claims and support them: Engage in the meaningful discourse regarding personal identity, goals, and knowledge of the capacity of writing and literature as a means of social influence.
- Develop an understanding and appreciation for worldwide cultures and diverse perspectives through active and purposeful reading and writing: Examine the scope of writing and literature with an appreciation of human values; understand the significance of writing and literature as a social action relative to global issues.
Individuals completing an AA-T in English become office administrators, tutors, secretaries, associate copywriters, and customer account representatives. Professions for English majors completing a BA include administration, management, professional writing, teaching, editing, advertising, publicity, marketing, and publishing. English is frequently studied as a pre-law major.