Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT)
What is the AAOT?
The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree is a block-transfer degree designed for students who plan to transfer to an Oregon public university to earn a bachelor’s degree.
By completing the AAOT, students satisfy all lower-division general education requirements at their transfer institution. This means students will have junior standing for registration purposes at an Oregon public university. However, some majors may require additional coursework.
Who Should Pursue the AAOT?
This degree is ideal for students who:
✔ Plan to transfer to an Oregon public university.
✔ Want to complete all general education requirements before transferring.
✔ Need flexibility in course selection before deciding on a major.
✔ Want a cost-effective way to complete their first two years of college.
Important: While the AAOT satisfies general education requirements, it does not guarantee admission to a specific major, department, or program. Some universities may require additional coursework for certain fields of study.
Benefits of the AAOT
✔ Guaranteed transfer of general education credits to any Oregon public university.
✔ Junior standing upon transfer.
✔ Broad course selection, allowing students to explore different subjects.
✔ Cost savings by completing lower-division coursework at a community college.
✔ A strong academic foundation for upper-division coursework.
AAOT Degree Requirements
To complete the AAOT, students must earn a minimum of 90 transferable credits with a grade of C or higher and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundational Requirements (UCC Transfer Gen-Ed Core) | ||
| Health/Wellness/Fitness | ||
| HPE 295 | Wellness-Hlth Assess | 3 |
| Mathematics (one college level course) | 4 | |
| MTH 105Z | Math in Society (or higher) | 4 |
| Oral Communication | ||
| COM 111Z | Public Speaking | 4 |
| or COM 218Z | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Writing | ||
| WR 121Z | Composition I | 4 |
| WR 122Z | Composition II | 4 |
| or WR 227Z | Technical Writing | |
| Discipline Studies Requirements | ||
| Arts and Letters Elective | ||
| Must take at least three courses, chosen from at least two disciplines from the approved list 1 | ||
| Science-Math-Computer-Science | ||
| Must take at least four courses from at least two disciplines — including at least three biological or physical science courses with labs, from the approved list 2 | ||
| Social Science Elective | ||
| Must take at least four courses chosen from at least two disciplines from the approved list | ||
| Electives | ||
| Any courses numbered 100 or above that would bring total credits up to 90 3 | ||
| Cultural Literacy | ||
| At least one of the Discipline Studies courses above must be designated as meeting the criteria for Cultural Literacy. This course is not an additional course — it would also meet Foundational, Discipline or Elective requirements. | ||
- 1
Note: Second year world languages, are included in this category. First year world languages are counted as electives.
- 2
Note: Math credits used to meet this requirement are in addition to any used to meet the Foundational Requirement above.
- 3
Elective courses need to be take to equal 90-108 credits. Approved course listing can be found on the Approved Course Listing page.
Additional Program Requirements
✔ No course may be used to satisfy requirements in more than one area.
✔ Students must complete at least 24 credits at UCC and attend for at least two terms to earn the AAOT at UCC
AAOT Program Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the AAOT will develop knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Arts & Letters
- Interpret and engage in the Arts & Letters, making use of the creative process to enrich the quality of life.
- Critically analyze values and ethics within a range of human experience and expression to engage more fully in local and global issues.
Mathematics
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
- Recognize which mathematical concepts are applicable to a scenario, apply appropriate mathematics and technology in its analysis, and then accurately interpret, validate, and communicate the results.
Science & Computer Science
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
- Recognize which mathematical concepts are applicable to a scenario, apply appropriate mathematics and technology in its analysis, and then accurately interpret, validate, and communicate the results.
Social Sciences
- Apply analytical skills to social phenomena to understand human behavior.
- Apply knowledge and experience to foster personal growth and better appreciate the diverse social world in which we live.
Communication
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
- Respond to the needs of diverse audiences and contexts.
- Build and manage relationships.
Writing
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for academic and, in some cases, professional audiences.
- Locate, evaluate, and ethically utilize information to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrate appropriate reasoning in response to complex issues.
Cultural Literacy
- Identify and analyze complex practices, value, and beliefs and the culturally and historically defined meanings of difference.
How to Complete the AAOT
- Meet with an advisor to create an academic plan that aligns with your goals.
- Complete all required coursework with a C or higher and maintain a 2.0 GPA.
- Apply for graduation and request your official transcript be sent to your transfer university.
- Transfer to an Oregon public university, where your AAOT will satisfy lower-division general education requirements.
Key Considerations
- The AAOT is not major-specific, so students should check with their transfer university for additional program requirements.
- Students must still meet university admission requirements (such as foreign language or program prerequisites).
- Advising is crucial to ensure a smooth transfer and proper course selection.
Next Steps
✔ Talk to an academic advisor to determine if the AAOT is right for you.
✔ Check transfer university requirements to ensure course alignment.
✔ Plan your course schedule to stay on track for graduation.
For more information, speak with a UCC academic advisor.