Associate in Biology - DTA/MRP
Spokane, USA
Associate Degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 3,700 / per quarter *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
* for international students | 4928 USD additional fees
Key Summary
Have you ever wanted to discover new life in the deepest parts of the ocean? Do you have an interest in developing sustainable agriculture? Would it be fun to brainstorm new food products for our grocery stores? Do you want to help people or animals feel better when ill? Or maybe you’d rather be behind the scenes, developing new drugs and therapies?
Whatever career you choose, a degree in biology can get you there. Biologists study life -- from dinosaurs to plankton, from redwoods to lentils, from humans to bacteria, we’re here for it all. Biology is a versatile discipline that can be tailored to individual interests and community needs.
Our programs will prepare you to transfer to four-year institutions or for direct entry into professional programs, like SCC’s Allied Health and Nursing programs.
So, what can you do with your Biology degree? Anything you want.
- Natural Sciences Manager
- Agricultural Technicians
- Food Science Technician
- Biological Technician
- Forensic Science Technician
- Postsecondary Biological Science Teacher
- Microbiologist
- Secondary School Teacher
Spokane Community College believes that you should graduate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities that further your educational goals, increasing your value in the workforce and contributing to a vibrant community. Our AA-DTA degree program learning outcomes align with our five College-Wide Key Literacies:
- Applied Content Literacy: Students will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in all transfer distribution areas or program elements/areas. Students will build a foundation of information relevant to their program or focus of study while increasing knowledge and competency in their chosen field.
- Communication Literacy: Students will develop the ability to create meaning and make connections between themselves and their audience, incorporating awareness of the social nature of communication, including, but not limited to, the impact of ethnicity, age, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and ability on communication styles and results. Students will learn to listen, read, speak, and write effectively using a variety of mediums and modalities.
- Information Literacy: Students will develop knowledge and abilities allowing them to identify, locate, and evaluate information pertaining to the problem under consideration. Students will learn how to responsibly research, use, share, and produce accurate, relevant information gleaned through skilled research methods.
- Intercultural Literacy: Students will develop an intersectional understanding of modern social realities, which will help enable effective participation and communication in cross-cultural professional, academic, and social settings. This may include, but is not limited to, biological sex, gender identity, socio-economic status, race, sexual orientation, religion, country and culture of origin, and political stance.
- Quantitative Literacy: Students will develop and expand their ability to understand numeric information through the gathering, examination, modeling, manipulation, analysis, interpretation, and representation of quantitative and/or scientific data.
The Associate in Biology DTA/MRP is an articulated transfer agreement for future biology majors between community colleges and most four-year institutions in the state of Washington. A candidate for this degree must complete a minimum of 90 quarter credits in academic courses numbered 100 or above with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 and meet specific distribution requirements.
First Quarter
- Majors Cellular/Molecular Biology: w/ Lab
- English Composition I
- Strategies for Success
- Calculus I
Second Quarter
- Majors Organismal Physiology with Lab
- Composition II
- Calculus II
Third Quarter
- Majors Ecology and Evolution: with Lab
Choose 1 course from:
- Health and Wellness
- Stress Management
Choose 1 course from:
- Intercultural Communication
- Intro to Ethics
Fourth Quarter
- General Chemistry with Lab I
Choose 1 course from:
- Intercultural Communication
- Intro to Ethics
Choose 1 course from:
- Survey of Anthropology
- General Psychology
Fifth Quarter
- General Chemistry with Lab II
Choose 1 course from:
- Intercultural Communication
- Intro to Ethics
Choose 1 course from:
- US History 1
- Introduction to Global Issues
Sixth Quarter
- General Chemistry with Lab III
- Introduction to Statistics
Choose 1 course from:
- Survey of Anthropology
- General Psychology
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Spokane College Foundation
Last year, Spokane Colleges Foundation awarded scholarships to 203 students to cover the costs of tuition and books, as well as 452 emergency aid awards to help with testing costs, program fees, and emergency needs.
The Foundation has over 100 scholarships that open each January, as well as others that open for applications in the summer.
The first step to applying for scholarships is to complete our general scholarship application.
Once completed, you’ll be entered into our general scholarship pool to be considered for those scholarships open to all SCC and SFCC students. You’ll also be alerted to additional scholarship opportunities which you may qualify for based on the responses you provided. Many of these opportunities require additional information but have fewer applicants because they have very specific criteria. We encourage you to take the time to apply for all scholarships for which you qualify to increase your chances of receiving an award.
Grants & Sponsored Research
Some of the most innovative programs at Spokane Colleges are made possible through grant and sponsored research funding. We’ve cultivated opportunities in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, provided middle school girls with STEM summer camps, served our community through sustainable environmental science projects, and collaborated with rural K-12 partners on college and career readiness initiatives. Take a look at the stories and learn about opportunities for students and faculty to create new and innovative programs with help from Grants & Sponsored Research at Spokane Colleges.
Student Employment Program
The Student Employment Program provides experiential learning opportunities for students as they work. A variety of student employment positions are available each year. Jobs exist through various funding sources.
Some of the benefits of student employment include:
- Flexible Scheduling – Work hours are designed to fit around your class schedule.
- Time Management – Develop skills in balancing work, academics, and personal responsibilities
- Professional Connections – Build relationships with supervisors and mentors that can support your career growth.
- Real-World Experience – Gain valuable work experience to enhance your resume and develop new skills.
- Financial Support – Earn money to help cover college expenses and reduce reliance on loans.
- Career Exploration – Discover your strengths, interests, and potential career paths through hands-on experience.
Military/Veteran Benefits
Military Tuition Assistance (TA) provides tuition for college courses taken by active-duty personnel. TA requirements, rules, and restrictions can vary by branch of service. SCC encourages all students interested in using TA to contact their respective military branch’s education center, or education and training office before contacting SCC.