Degrees that Transfer

Guiding Your Transfer

Transfer Guides help you choose the Columbus State degree program that best aligns with your intended transfer institution and bachelor's degree. They outline the courses you can take at Columbus State to prepare for a smooth transfer.

Search by transfer institution to explore available Transfer Guides. If you don't find a guide for your intended college or university, learn more about Columbus State's general transfer degree options or connect with the Transfer Student Success Team to explore your transfer options.

Find a Degree That Transfers

Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS)

Not sure which bachelor's degree or career path is right for you? Or can't find a Transfer Guide for your intended major? The Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) are flexible degree programs designed to keep your transfer options open while you explore your academic and career goals.

These degrees provide a strong foundation of general education and introductory coursework that can be applied toward many bachelor's degree programs at four-year colleges and universities. As you identify your intended major and transfer institution, you can tailor your coursework with guidance from your transfer support network, including the Transfer Student Success Team, Academic Advising, and Career Services. Together, these offices can help you explore majors and careers, develop a personalized transfer plan, and stay on track toward earning your bachelor's degree.

Associate of Arts Degree

Associate of Science Degree

Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36)

Formerly known as the Ohio Transfer Module, the Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36) is a set of general education courses that can transfer among Ohio's public colleges and universities. Students who complete an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree at Columbus State also complete the Ohio Transfer 36.

Many Ohio private colleges and universities, as well as some institutions in neighboring states, also recognize OT36 coursework. Questions about the Ohio Transfer 36? Connect with the Transfer Student Success Team for assistance.

Ohio Transfer 36

Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways

Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Program The Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP) provide a clear path for students completing associate degrees who plan to transfer to an Ohio public university to earn a bachelor’s degree. These pathways are agreements between community colleges and universities that ensure courses meet major requirements and transfer toward the degree. Students must still meet all university admission requirements, which may be competitive.

Students can explore all OGTPs offered across Ohio public colleges and universities on the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s website. At Columbus State, programs with the “OGTP” designation are listed on transfer graduation plans. Students who complete these programs as outlined will have the “Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway” designation noted on their official transcript.