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SUNY Broome Transfer Planning for GLY

SUNY Broome Transfer Planning for Geology (GLY), B.S.

SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer. The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits. Of those, 31 major-required credits can be transferred. Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.

SUNY General Education

Cortland Degree Requirements

Complete at SUNY Broome

Communication 1 (GEC1): CPN 100 Writing Studies I

ENG 110 (required GE)

Communication 2 (GEC2): CPN 101 Writing Studies II

ENG 111 (required GE)

Communication – Presentation (GECP): GLY 262 Historical Geology

GLG 125 (GE & major required)
(may not be offered)

Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI):

________ (required GE)

Mathematics (GEMA): MAT 115 Precalculus

MATH 156 (GE required & prerequisite)

Natural Sciences (GENS): GLY 261 Physical Geology (4 cr.)

GLG 115 (major required)

Humanities (GEHU):

________________

Social Sciences (GESS):

________________

The Arts (GEAR):

________________

US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS):

________________

World History & Global Awareness (GEWH):

________________

World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is NOT acceptable)

_______ 101 (required for B.S.)
_______ 102 (required for B.A.)
_______ 201 (required for B.A.)
_______ 202 (required for B.A.)

Additional Major Requirements

Cortland Degree Requirements

Complete at SUNY Broome

CHE 227 and 277 General Chemistry I with lab (4 cr.)

CHEM 107

CHE 228 and 278 General Chemistry II with lab (4 cr.)

CHEM 108

MAT 121 Calculus A OR MAT 135 Calculus I

MAT 146 OR MAT 160 (4 cr.) OR MAT 181 (4 cr.)

MAT 201 Statistical Methods

MAT 124 OR MAT 260

PHY 105 Elementary Mechanics and Heat (4 cr.) AND
PHY 106 Elementary Electricity, Light and Sound (4 cr.)

OR

BIO 201 Biological Sciences I (4 cr.) AND
BIO 202 Biological Sciences II (4 cr.)

PHY 161 AND
PHY 162

OR

BIOL 118 AND
BIOL 117

GLY 371 Meteorology (elective)

ATM 114 OR OCE 226

*For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.

Geology

School of Arts and Sciences

The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning. Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.

  • To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
  • Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
  • If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.

About Geology

Geologists find the natural resources we need and protect the environment on which we depend. As a geology major, you’ll learn about the natural workings of our home planet and develop an appreciation for its rich geological history. Prepare yourself for entry into a geoscience career or graduate school and come discover the Earth at SUNY Cortland.

Career Potential

  • Licensed professional geologist
  • Environmental or exploration geoscientist
  • Research or academic scientist

What Will I Learn?

  • Study the composition, structure, processes and history of Earth
  • Fieldwork and hands-on learning are infused throughout the program
  • Learn research skills for modern geology
  • Develop writing and presentation skills for professional development
  • Take course work in related math and sciences

Applying to Cortland

  • SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
  • If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
  • Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applicants should apply by November 1.
  • After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.