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MiTransfer Pathways
Ferris State University is proud to participate in MiTransfer Pathways, a statewide initiative among Michigan colleges and universities. The MiTransfer Pathways identifies courses that a student should take as a part of an associate degree that will transfer to the university of their choice toward a bachelor's degree in the identified pathway.
MiTransfer Pathways creates a streamlined approach to transfer. Completion of the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) along with the identified pathway courses is recommended. Additional courses may be taken to apply toward the bachelor's degree.
The MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minors, majors, certificates and concentrations.
Details about each pathway that Ferris is participating in and how the courses transfer to Ferris are included below.
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Bachelor of Arts - Art History - Academic (AHAC)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
These courses are commonly agreed upon for transfer in this program among participating institutions.
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History I | KCAH 111 | Western Art I | 3 |
| Art History II | KCAH 112 | Western Art II | 3 |
| Drawing I | KCAH 131 | Drawing I | 3 |
| 2D Design | KCPA 110 | 2-D Design | 3 |
| 3D Design | KCPA 111 | 3-D Design | 3 |
Studio Art Courses
It is recommended that students complete two studio art courses in two different mediums. Studio art courses should be selected on consultation with a faculty advisor based on the students’ major, concentration, or focus. These courses may transfer as part of the associate degree but may not transfer as course-to-course equivalencies.
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The table below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program | KCAH | Non-Western AH Elective | 6 |
| Program | KCAH 311 | Modern Art/Modernism | 3 |
| Program | KCAH | Emphasis Design or Architecture Elective | 3 |
| Program | KCAH 317 | Contemporary Art | 3 |
| Program | KCAH | American AH Elective | 3 |
| Program | Electives | Five 3 Credit Electives (AH 200, 300 or 400 level) | 15 |
| Program | KCAH | Seminars AH 400 Level | 9 |
| Program | KCAH 407 | Historiography 3 | 3 |
| Program | Electives | 24 Semester Hours: Eight (Studio Elective) | 24 |
| Program | KCAH | Art History Elective Courses from List | 9 |
| General Education | Varies | 45 Semester Hours | 45 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Science - Biology (BIOL)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
These courses are commonly agreed upon for transfer in this program among participating institutions.
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cell/Molecular Biology | BIOL 121 | General Biology 1 | 4 |
| Organismal Biology | BIOL 122 | General Biology II | 4 |
| General Chemistry I | CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| General Chemistry II | CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 5 |
| Organic Chemistry I | CHEM 321 | Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| Organic Chemistry II | CHEM 322 | Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The table below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 121 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 311, 321 or 323 | Varies | 3 |
| Program | MATH 120, 130, 220 or 230 | Varies | Varies |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| Program | Major Requirements - 16 credits from major requirement list | See Major Courses Section on Checksheet – 8 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses. | 8 |
| Program | Supporting Sciences - 10 credits | See Supporting Sciences Section of Checksheet – 10 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 10 |
| Program | KCAH 407 | Historiography 3 | 3 |
| Program | Concentration | Varies | 39 - 65 |
| Program | Electives | Varies | 25 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration (BUAD)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
These courses are commonly agreed upon for transfer in this program among participating institutions.
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microeconomics | ECON 201 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| Macroeconomics | ECON 202 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Financial Accounting | ACCT 201 |
Principles of Financial Accounting |
3 |
| Managerial Accounting | ACCT 202 |
Principles of Managerial Accounting |
3 |
| Business Law | BLAW 321 | Contracts and Sales | 3 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 121 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 325 | Advanced Business Writing | 3 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies Art | 3 |
| Program | Business Core Requirements – 30 credits required | 12 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 18 |
| Program | Major Courses – 33 credits required | Varies | 33 |
| Program | Minor, Certificate, or Concentration – 18 credits required | Varies | 18 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies (CTD2)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
These courses are commonly agreed upon for transfer in this program among participating institutions.
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Speaking | COMM 121 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| Interpersonal Communication | COMM 105 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Small Group Communication | COMM 221 | Small Group Decision Making | 3 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 121 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 311, 321, 323 or 325 | Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| Program | Major Courses – 33 credits required | Varies – 6 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 27 |
| Program | Area of Emphasis – 18 credits required | Varies | 18 |
| Program | Electives – 15 credits required | Varies | 15 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Science – Criminal Justice – Generalist (CJGO)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 150 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Introduction to Sociology | SOCY 121 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Intro to Criminal Justice | CRIM 110 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| Intro to Corrections | CRIM 111 | Introduction to Corrections | 3 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 105 or COMM 121 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 311, 321 or 325 | Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| Program | Major Courses – 35 credits required | Varies | 35 |
| Program | Related Courses – 23 credits required | Varies – 6 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 17 |
| Program | Electives – 23 credits required | Varies | 23 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering Technology (MECE)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus I | MATH 220 | Analytical Geometry – Calculus I | 4 |
| Calculus II | MATH 230 | Analytical Geometry – Calculus 2 | 4 |
| Calculus III | MATH 320 | Analytical Geometry – Calculus 3 | 34 |
| Differential Equations* | MATH 330 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Physics I (Calculus-based w/lab) | PHYS 211 | Introductory Physics 1 | 4 |
| Physics II (Calculus-based w/lab) | PHYS 212 | Introductory Physics 2 | 4 |
| Chemistry 1 (w/lab) | CHEM 121 | General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| Dynamics | MECH 360 | Dynamics | 3 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 121 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 6 |
| General Education | ENGL 311 | Advanced Technical Writing | 3 |
| Program |
MATH 116 or MATH 120 |
Varies/may be taken as a part of MTA | 3 - 4 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| Program | Additional General Education Requirements – 15 credits | Varies – 8 credits through MiTransfer Pathways courses | 7 |
| Program | Major Courses – 48 credits required | Varies – 3 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 45 |
| Program | Technical Courses – 26 credits required | Varies | 26 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Science – Psychology (PSYC)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 150 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Abnormal Psychology | PSYC 422 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Developmental Psychology | PSYC 226 | Lifespan Human Development | 3 |
| Social Psychology | PSYC 325 | Social Psychology | 3 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 105/121 or 221 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 311, 321, 323 or 325 | Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) – PSYC 226 |
3 credits through MiTransfer Pathways course | 3 |
| Program | Major Courses – 27 credits required | Varies – up to 12 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 15 - 27 |
| Program | Concentration – 24 credits required | Varies – up to 9 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 13 - 24 |
| Program | Electives – 36 credits required | Varies | 36 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.
Bachelor of Social Work – Social Work (SOWK)
Credits Required – 120 minimum
MiTransfer Pathways Courses
| Pathway Course | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 150 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Introduction to Sociology | SOCY 121 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Introduction to Social Work | SCWK 110 | Intro-Social Work Profession | 3 |
| Human Biology | BIOL 101 | Genetics-Human Aspects | 4 |
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) MiTransfer Pathways builds on the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). For more information about MTA visit the MiTransfer homepage.
Remaining Degree Requirements
The list below contains the required degree requirements. Some courses can be completed at a transfer institution to fulfill degree requirements at Ferris State University. Degree requirements can be found on the program page. Program requirements are subject to change. Please refer to the Ferris Catalog to verify current program requirements.
| General Education or Program Requirement | Subject / Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education | ENGL 250 or COMM 105/121 or 221 (Whichever was not taken for MTA) | Varies | 3 |
| General Education | ENGL 321 or 323 | Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Culture Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| General Education |
Self and Society Competency Elective (200 Level) |
Varies | 3 |
| Program | Major Courses – 88 credits required | Varies – up to 6 credits from MiTransfer Pathways courses | 82 - 88 |
| Program | Electives – 12 credits required | Varies | 12 |
Advising Notes
Students will work with a Ferris advisor to select courses for electives, minor, major, certificate or concentration.