Tompkins Cortland Community College Transfer Planning for Geology, (GLY), B.S. or B.A.
SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer. The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits. Students need to complete at least half of their major requirements at Cortland. Of those, 31 major required-credits can be transferred. Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.
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Cortland Degree Requirements |
Complete at TC3 |
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Communication 1 (GEC1): CPN 100 Writing Studies I |
ENGL 100 (required GE) |
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Communication 2 (GEC2): CPN 101 Writing Studies II |
ENGL 101 (required GE) |
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Communication – Presentation (GECP): GLY 262 Historical Geology |
no equivalent – consider taking at Cortland, unless earning associate degree (major required) |
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Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI): |
________ (required GE) |
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Mathematics (GEMA): MAT 115 Precalculus |
MATH 135 (prerequisite for MAT 201) |
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Natural Sciences (GENS): GLY 261 Physical Geology (4 cr.) |
GEOL 101 (major required) |
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Humanities (GEHU): |
________________ |
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Social Sciences (GESS): |
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The Arts (GEAR): |
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US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS): |
________________ |
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World History & Global Awareness (GEWH): |
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World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is NOT acceptable) |
_______ 101 (required for B.S.) |
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Cortland Major Requirements |
Complete at TC3 |
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CHE 227 and 277 General Chemistry I with lab (4 cr.) |
CHEM 107 |
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CHE 228 and 278 General Chemistry II with lab (4 cr.) |
CHEM 108 |
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MAT 135 Calculus I (will sub for MAT 121) (4 cr.) |
MATH 201 |
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MAT 236 Calculus II (will sub for MAT 122) (4 cr.) |
MATH 202 |
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Choose 1 - Physics or Biology Sequence: |
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Cortland Major Requirements |
Complete at TC3 |
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GLY 371 Meteorology |
METR 101 (offered occasionally) |
*For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.
Geology
School of Arts and Sciences
The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning. Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.
- To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
- Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
- If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.
About Geology
Geologists find the natural resources we need and protect the environment on which we depend. As a geology major, you’ll learn about the natural workings of our home planet and develop an appreciation for its rich geological history. Prepare yourself for entry into a geoscience career or graduate school,and come discover the Earth at SUNY Cortland.
Career Potential
- Licensed professional geologist
- Environmental or exploration geoscientist
- Research or academic scientist
What Will I Learn?
- Study the composition, structure, processes and history of Earth
- Fieldwork and hands-on learning are infused throughout the program
- Learn research skills for modern geology
- Develop writing and presentation skills for professional development
- Take coursework in related math and sciences
Applying to Cortland
- SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
- If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
- Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applications should apply by November 1.
- After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.