Bachelor’s Degrees

To be eligible for the Bachelor's degree program you must:

• Have earned and received an Associates of Applied Arts and Sciences (AAS) in a technical area, and
• Hold a 2.0 GPA or better, or
• Be within 15 hours of completing an AAS to enroll in the program and hold a 2.0 GPA.

Having your Associate Degree in another concentration is not a barrier to the Bachelor's program. Leveling courses are available to bridge you to an AAS. Contact a Student Success Coach to discuss your enrollment and course transfer options.

You can apply online through the Apply Texas Website at www.applytexas.org. You will need to first fill out your biographical information. Then choose the 2-year college application option. Next select Odessa College. On the “Select School” screen you will choose “Bachelor of Arts and Applied Sciences” from the dropdown menu. You will then select the Bachelor's degree program you are interested in on the “Select Major” screen. Those selecting the Bachelor's in Automation degree program should be aware that it is a competitive entry program.

Once your application has been received you will need to be sure to submit an official copy of your college transcript showing the completion of an associate of applied science degree to Odessa College. This can be sent via an electronic transcript service such as National Student Clearinghouse or Parchment, submitted in person in a sealed envelope coming directly from the educational institution or you can request that it be mailed to the Odessa College Records Office, 201 W University Blvd., Odessa, Texas 79764.

Once your application has been processed you will be admitted to Odessa College as a Pre-Bachelor's student. Now it’s time to visit with your Student Success Coach (Advisor) to continue with the degree planning and registration process.

No. Tuition rates are the same whether you are pursuing an AAS degree or the Bachelor's. Earning your Bachelor's degree at OC is a more affordable high-quality option for continuing your education when compared to a 4-year college or university.

Yes. Financial aid and scholarships can be used for tuition and other educational related cost leading toward the Bachelor's degree.

No. The OC Bachelor's degree is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC). SACSCOC is the recognized regional accrediting body for institutions of higher education that award associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Earning your Bachelor's at OC means you earn a degree that is recognized by the same agencies that accredit other four year colleges and universities.

Not at this time.

You must be within 15 hours of completing an AAS to enroll in the program. However, previous courses taken at OC or another college or university may transfer as credit and get you closer to earning the degree or the hours you need to get you enrolled in the Bachelor's program.

Every student’s journey is different. However, the established pathway provides a timeline to comfortably complete the program in 2 years.

Graduate school admittance is based on the prerequisite courses required by the program. Check with the institution to which you are applying for clarification.

Many employers provide tuition reimbursement to OC students. Contact your human resources department to see if they offer tuition reimbursement.

Our Bachelor's instructors hold masters and doctoral degrees. You will learn theory and practice from instructors that are industry leaders and innovators who merge professional experiences and firsthand knowledge into an academically rigorous curriculum.