Transfer Options

Does the AAS degree transfer to a 4-year degree?

This is not a yes or no answer. It is more complicated than that; the intent of an AAS degree is to prepare oneself for employment immediately upon completion. However, students have the option to continue their education with the purpose of completing their 4-year degree in a number of different ways.

Upside Down Degree

The usual route to a BA degree calls for general education in the first two years and specialization in the last two years. An Upside-Down BA program gives students an option to reverse this process. The Upside Down Degree program is a process that will allow you to transfer your approved technical degree as a block of 90 credits. There are several 4-year colleges in Washington State that offer Upside Down Degrees.

Articulation Agreements:

Many Washington State community and technical colleges now have Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees (BAS), toward which a related Associate of Applied Science Degree can be applied. Highline College has seven BAS degrees which include: Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, Respiratory Care, Integrated Design, Business Management, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Human Services. Learn more about Highline’s Bachelor Degree programs.

Many of our professional technical programs can transfer to other institutions in Washington State. Please contact the coordinator of the program for more information.