Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Anthropology. Students in this pathway develop skills in critical and holistic thinking, cultural empathy, ethnographic writing, textual exegesis, data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, ...
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Anthropology. Students in this pathway develop skills in critical and holistic thinking, cultural empathy, ethnographic writing, textual exegesis, data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, group communication and collaboration, and skills related to the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion and solidarity building.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level into an Anthropology program at a four-year college or university. It also potentially inspires students to live lives of civic engagement, life-long learning and democratic participation. Holistic, empathetic, and flexible anthropological training enriches student lives and leads to creative pathways in many endeavors including global health and health care, journalism, politics, social service, medical research, international relations/law, non-profits, education, human interface with technology, government, tourism, and business.
*Anthropology encompasses both social and natural sciences. At Seattle Central we offer a diverse selection of anthropological offerings dealing with human evolution, global cross-cultural studies, medical anthropology, archeology, food, environment, and courses relating to the analysis of daily life in the capitalist world. Some anthropology courses such Cultural, Biological, Survey, Archeology transfer directly to four-year institutions as equivalent courses. All other courses are recognized as anthropology electives in the transfer process. Some courses are offered quarterly while others are offered yearly. There is no necessary sequence and the primary prerequisite is eligibility for English 101.
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Anthropology. Students in this pathway develop skills in critical and holistic thinking, cultural empathy, ethnographic writing, textual exegesis, data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, group communication and collaboration, and skills related to the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion and solidarity building.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level into an Anthropology program at a four-year college or university. It also potentially inspires students to live lives of civic engagement, life-long learning and democratic participation. Holistic, empathetic, and flexible anthropological training enriches student lives and leads to creative pathways in many endeavors including global health and health care, journalism, politics, social service, medical research, international relations/law, non-profits, education, human interface with technology, government, tourism, and business.
*Anthropology encompasses both social and natural sciences. At Seattle Central we offer a diverse selection of anthropological offerings dealing with human evolution, global cross-cultural studies, medical anthropology, archeology, food, environment, and courses relating to the analysis of daily life in the capitalist world. Some anthropology courses such Cultural, Biological, Survey, Archeology transfer directly to four-year institutions as equivalent courses. All other courses are recognized as anthropology electives in the transfer process. Some courses are offered quarterly while others are offered yearly. There is no necessary sequence and the primary prerequisite is eligibility for English 101.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
Full time : 6
90-93
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Step 1: Apply and register
at Seattle Central College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule and go to the
academic calendar for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter.
Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements, and transfer preparation
if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-93 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time.
The guide assumes a fall quarter start and college placement, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
18
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor in Starfish to discuss your academic goals and to create a short-term educational plan
Drop by the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101 5 units
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
This pathway assumes placement into ENGL&101. Speak to an advisor if you place into a different English course.
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Course ID 0707825 Units
Anthropology
Choose a course
5 units
Anthropology 5 units
Choose any Anthropology course
Choose a course
ANTH 130
5 units
World Cultures
ANTH 135
5 units
Introduction to Environmental Anthropology
ANTH 190
5 units
Anarchy and Anthropology
ANTH 201
5 units
Contemporary Issues In Anthropology
ANTH 250
5 units
Applied Social and Cultural Change
ANTH 270
5 units
Food, Culture, and Politics
ANTH 275
5 units
Medical Anthropology
ANTH& 100
5 units
Survey of Anthropology
ANTH& 106
5 units
American Mosaic
ANTH& 204
5 units
Archaeology
ANTH& 205
5 units
Biological Anthropology
ANTH& 206
5 units
Cultural Anthropology
ANTH 299
5 units
Special Problems/Anthropology
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 1 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Assists new students in their adjustment to community college. Includes goal-setting, self-motivation skills, identifying college resources, personal development and general study hints.
Course ID 0695893 Units
Quarter 2
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Research and develop a list of four-year colleges and universities
Continuation of the composition sequence with further instruction and practice in the writing process, concentrating on critical reading and writing techniques needed for the preparation and completion of documented essays.
Course ID 0707835 Units
Anthropology
Choose a course
5 units
Anthropology 5 units
Choose any Anthropology course
Choose a course
ANTH 130
5 units
World Cultures
ANTH 135
5 units
Introduction to Environmental Anthropology
ANTH 190
5 units
Anarchy and Anthropology
ANTH 201
5 units
Contemporary Issues In Anthropology
ANTH 250
5 units
Applied Social and Cultural Change
ANTH 270
5 units
Food, Culture, and Politics
ANTH 275
5 units
Medical Anthropology
ANTH 299
5 units
Special Problems/Anthropology
ANTH& 100
5 units
Survey of Anthropology
ANTH& 106
5 units
American Mosaic
ANTH& 204
5 units
Archaeology
ANTH& 205
5 units
Biological Anthropology
ANTH& 206
5 units
Cultural Anthropology
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 2 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146
Choose a course
5 units
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146 5 units
Choose a course
MATH& 107:
Math In Society
Intended for non-science majors; fulfills QSR requirement for AA Degree. Topics include financial computations (e.g. loans and interest), modeling linear and exponential growth (e.g. population growth and disease spread), and basic probability and statistics (e.g. understanding data and risk), with an emphasis on applications. Other topics selected by instructor.
Course ID 0716145 Units
MATH 116:
Applications of Math: Management, Life and Social Sciences
Explores functions and graphs as found in business and the social sciences. Students utilize linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, solve systems of equations and inequalities, and learn applications of the growth of money.
Course ID 0715945 Units
MATH& 146:
Introduction to Statistics
(Formerly MATH 109) Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0716195 Units
Anthropology
Choose a course
5 units
Anthropology 5 units
Choose any Anthropology course
Choose a course
ANTH 130
5 units
World Cultures
ANTH 135
5 units
Introduction to Environmental Anthropology
ANTH 190
5 units
Anarchy and Anthropology
ANTH 201
5 units
Contemporary Issues In Anthropology
ANTH 250
5 units
Applied Social and Cultural Change
ANTH 270
5 units
Food, Culture, and Politics
ANTH 275
5 units
Medical Anthropology
ANTH 299
5 units
Special Problems/Anthropology
ANTH& 100
5 units
Survey of Anthropology
ANTH& 106
5 units
American Mosaic
ANTH& 204
5 units
Archaeology
ANTH& 205
5 units
Biological Anthropology
ANTH& 206
5 units
Cultural Anthropology
World Languages 3 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 3 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 3 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
It's time to apply for Financial Aid for next year by completing either the
FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
Central's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
An Anthropology pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Education
Journalism/Media
Writing
Scientific Research
Global Health
Interpreter
Cultural Resource Management
Educator
Social Worker
Small Business
Market Research Specialist
Forensic/Crime Scene Technician
Foreign Relief/Development
Archaeologist
Community Development Specialist
Primate Caretaker
Conservationist/Park Naturalist
International Law
Military Service
A Bachelor’s degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit https://www.bls.gov/oes/. To discuss additional careers options, speak with faculty once you begin classes or contact the Career Exploration Center. CareerServicesCenter@seattlecolleges.edu or 206.934.4383
Future Education Opportunities
Once you complete this Associates degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Global Health, Social Work, Literature, Environmental Studies, Sociology, Geography, Labor Studies, Community and Environmental Planning, Museum Studies, Natural Resources, Zoology, Sociology, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges. BAS degrees are typically terminal degrees. See an Advisor for more information.
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including the University of Washington, Washington State University, and Seattle University. Anthropology graduates from Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college-to-college. Contact a Central advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine found at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to find Anthropology programs in Washington state or around the country.
