The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T) degree is designed to prepare a transfer pathway for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in psychology or similar major at a California State University (CSU). With the completion of the AA-T degree in psychology, students will possess foundational knowledge and skills that comprise the core content of the first two years of many bachelor’s programs in psychology. The AA-T in psychology is in alignment with the current mission of the college and the college’s strategic plan and initiatives.
Psychology is the systematic scientific study of human and animal behavior and mental processes, including cognition, emotion, sensation, perception and interaction. In pursuing the AA-T degree in psychology, students acquire skills in research, information gathering, and analytical thinking. Students majoring in psychology develop critical thinking, problem solving and written and verbal communication skills. As psychology majors, students have learning opportunities that are relevant to many types of careers, including business, education, government, nonprofit organizations and within health and human services, etc.
An AA-T in Psychology may be earned by completing a minimum of 60 units of degree credit coursework, including the major requirements and breadth requirements, with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students must complete all courses for the major with a grade of C or better.
Expected August 2025
Contra Costa College
2600 Mission Bell Drive,
SAN PABLO,
California,
94806, United States
To qualify for admission, a student must be a high school graduate (or its equivalent) or be 18 years of age or older.
Proof of English proficiency with one of the following:
• Duolingo online exam 95
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet-based) 61
• IELTS Academic 5.5
• CAE 160
• iTEP Academic 3.5
• PTE Academic 45
• TOEFL iTP 500
• TOEFL Essentials (score of 6.5)
• TOEFL IBT 61
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.