For more information, visit the Dallas College Nursing webpage and your success coach at your campus.
The guided pathway in Nursing – Field of Study will provide a foundation for you to move on toward a fulfilling nursing career. An Associate of Science (A.S.) degree with courses in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at a university, which opens the door to a career in research, case management, hospital administration, pharmaceutical sales and many more areas.
This pathway is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Nursing. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.S. degree with a Field of Study in Nursing, which will increase your chances of transfer to bachelor's-level programs. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction Dallas College. See the catalog for official degree requirements.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.


Catalog Year 2023-2024 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Science Field of Study
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All pathways can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See the catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE FIELD OF STUDY DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I This is a Core course.
MATH 1342 – Elementary Statistical Methods This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic and career goals.
- Meet with your success coach to research career options with a BSN degree.
Ask your success coach about your options to pursue the bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.
HIST 1302 – United States History II This is a Core course.
BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- CHEM 1405 – Introductory Chemistry I
- CHEM 1406 – Introductory Chemistry I (Allied Health emphasis) OR
- CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I One course is a Field of Study requirement.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
- Begin researching information at a university to pursue the bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Total Hours: 14

SEMESTER 3
BIOL 1322 – Nutrition and Diet Therapy This is a Core course.
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a required Field of Study course.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying to your top choice universities.
Admission to the BSN program is competitive; you must apply early.
Total Hours: 6
SEMESTER 4
GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II This is a required Field of Study course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ENGL 2326 – American Literature This is a Core course.
- PHIL 1301 – Introduction to Philosophy This is a Core course. OR
- PHIL 2306 – Introduction to Ethics This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE: - SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in December 2023, if you plan to register for classes at a university Fall 2024.
Check with your success coach for important deadlines and dates.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 5
PSYC 2314 – Lifespan Growth & Development This is a required Field of Study course.
GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- BIOL 2420 – Microbiology for Non-Science Majors This is a required Field of Study course. OR
- BIOL 2421 – Microbiology for Science Majors This is a required Field of Study course.
CHOOSE ONE: - ARTS 1301 – Art Appreciation This is a Core course.
- DRAM 1310 – Theater Appreciation This is a Core course.
- HUMA 1315 – Fine Arts Appreciation This is a Core course. OR
- MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Associate of Science degree with the Nursing Field of Study.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to the college or university to where you will transfer.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 13
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS