Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering Pre-Major

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What will I learn?

Prepare for a major in Bioengineering or Chemical Engineering by completing Shoreline's Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering Pre-Major.

Part of Shoreline’s Physical Sciences Transfer program, this Major-Related Program includes specific courses to fulfill the requirements of the Associate of Science – Transfer, Track 2 (AS-T2) and leads to a specialized degree.

What You'll Learn

Demonstrate the use of scientific observation and experimentation to explain aspects of the natural world.

Apply fundamental concepts of a scientific discipline to make reasonable predictions about the natural world.

In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

Careers & Opportunities

Bio and Chemical Engineers develop strong critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills to apply their knowledge of science and engineering to a wide range of careers, including product design and testing, research and development, project management, teaching, sales and consulting. Potential employers include: engineering firms, manufacturing companies, pharmaceutical companies, chemical manufacturers, biotechnology companies, hospitals, medical equipment companies, government agencies, colleges, universities and consulting firms.

Which department am I in?

Shoreline Community College

Study options

Full Time (90 Hours)

Tuition fees
$10,530.00 (8,88,458) per year
Tuition fee (15 credit hours): USD $3,510 for 1 quarter

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Shoreline Community College

16101 Greenwood Avenue North,

SHORELINE,

Washington,

98133, United States

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
$10,873.35 (9,17,427) per year
Books (estimated)fee for 1 Quarter - 390

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

April 2025

Venue

Main Campus

16101 Greenwood Ave N,

Shoreline,

Washington,

98133, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

A candidate for admission to Shoreline Community College must be a graduate of an accredited high school, have a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or be at least 18 years of age.

English Language requirements:

Internet-Based Test (iBT): English 101: 61 overall, 20 writing; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 46 overall, 14 writing

IELTS: Internet-Based Test (iBT): English 101: 5.5 overall, 6.0 writing; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 5.0 overall, 5.0 writing

Cambridge IGCSE, A & O Level scores: English 101: A, B, or C in English; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): D in English

Cambridge English: B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency - English 101: 162 overall, 169 writing; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 154 overall, 154 writing

Duolingo: English 101: 95; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 85

ELS Language Center: English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Level 109 certificate

Pearson (PTE Academic Version): English 101: 49 overall, 56 writing; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 46 overall, 49 writing

GED: English 101: 160 or higher; English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 145 - 159

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Shoreline Community College

Shoreline is a top U.S. community college, and an ideal place for international students to achieve their academic and career goals.

  • Close to the city of Seattle as well as stunning nature
  • Easy transfer to top U.S. universities
  • Affordable tuition and fees
  • Hybrid classes on-campus, and fully online options available