The Flexibility You Need
Students can transfer individual courses, or their completed University Transfer Liberal Arts Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree.
Affordable and Close to Home
Students enrolled in University Transfer Liberal Arts program courses can save thousands of dollars by taking classes close to home for $140 per credit!
Diverse Educational Paths
University Transfer Liberal Arts graduates go on to earn bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees in a wide variety of disciplines:
- Accounting, Human Resources Management, Organizational Administration
- Education
- Engineering, Industrial Studies, Architecture
- Health, Physical Education
- Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Physics
- Literature, Communication
- Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology
- Political Science, History, Public Policy Analysis
- International Studies
Is University Transfer Liberal Arts for You?
- Associate of Arts
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Associate of Arts Requirements (Social Sciences and Humanities)
English (6 credits):
- English Compostition I
- English Compostition II
Speech (3 credits):
Humanities (12 credits):
- Select courses from at least two disciplines: art, journalism/writing, history, literature, music, philosophy, theatre/film, world language
Social Science (12 credits):
- Select courses from at least two disciplines: anthropology, economics, political science, history, psychology, geography, sociology
Mathematics & Natural Sciences (10 credits):
- Must include mathematics at the level of Intermediate Algebra, Statistics, Quantitative Reasoning, Elementary Math Education or higher AND 7 credits of Natural Science (one lab course required) chosen from biology, chemistry, geography (selected courses), geology, and physics.
World Language:
- May be met with 1 year high school (C or better) or 1 college semester.
Health/Wellness/PE (1 credit)
Electives (16 credits)
- Associate of Science
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Associate of Science Requirements (Sciences and Mathematics)
English (6 credits):
- English Compostition I
- English Compostition II
Speech (3 credits):
Humanities (6 credits):
- Select courses from at least two disciplines: art, journalism/writing, history, literature, music, philosophy, theatre/film, world language
Social Science (6 credits):
- Select courses from at least two disciplines: anthropology, economics, political science, history, psychology, geography, sociology.
Mathematics & Natural Science (20 credits):
- Algebra for Calculus (20-804-224) or higher required. Must include 2 lab sciences from at least two disciplines: biology; chemistry; geography (selected courses); geology; physics.
World Language:
- May be met with 1 year high school (C or better) or 1 college semester.
Health/Wellness/PE (1 credits)
Diversity & Ethnic Studies
- Courses that meet this requirement may also count toward Humanities or Social Science. These credits are not in addition to the 60 credits required for the degree.
Electives (18 credits)
- Select any college transfer courses beyond the minimum requirements.
- Requirements
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Admission and Program Requirements
- Submit Application
- Submit High School Transcripts, College Transcripts, and Test Scores to: Southwest Tech (email admissions@swtc.edu, or mail to Attn: Admissions, 1800 Bronson Blvd, Fennimore, WI 53809)
- Submit your ACT scores or schedule a Placement test
- Schedule Admissions Meeting
- Courses
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University Transfer Liberal Arts Courses
Southwest Tech Courses:
- 10-801-136 English Composition 1
- 10-801-195 Written Communication (B or better)
- 10-801-198 Speech
- 10-804-118 Intermediate Algebra with Applications
- 10-804-189 Introductory Statistics
- 10-804-195 College Algebra with Applications
- 10-804-196 Trigonometry with Applications
- 10-806-177 General Anatomy & Physiology
- 10-806-179 Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- 10-806-186 Intro to Biochemistry
- 10-806-197 Microbiology
- 10-809-122 Intro to American Government
- 10-809-128 Marriage and Family
- 10-809-159 Abnormal Psychology
- 10-809-166 Intro to Ethics
- 10-809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies
- 10-809-188 Developmental Psychology
- 10-809-195 Economics
- 10-809-196 Intro to Sociology
- 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology
Nicolet Courses:
- 20-801-201 Fundamentals of Speech
- 20-801-219 English Composition I
- 20-801-223 English Composition II
- 20-801-227 Creative Writing
- 20-801-231 British Lit Middle Ages thru 18th Cent
- 20-801-233 Children's Literature
- 20-801-234 Report Proposal and Grant Writing
- 20-801-238 American Literature
- 20-801-255 Intro to Literature
- 20-802-217 Spanish I
- 20-802-221 Spanish II
- 20-803-215 History American People to 1877
- 20-803-219 History American People from 1877
- 20-803-227 American Government
- 20-803-258 World History to 1500
- 20-803-259 World History Since 1500
- 20-804-220 Intermediate Algebra
- 20-804-224 Algebra for Calculus
- 20-804-227 Elementary Math Ed I
- 20-804-228 Plane Trigonometry
- 20-804-230 Statistics
- 20-804-237 Elementary Math Ed II
- 20-804-236 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
- 20-804-240 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
- 20-804-250 Quantitative Reasoning
- 20-805-201 Music Appreciation
- 20-805-280 Music in Film
- 20-806-206 Introduction to Physical Geography
- 20-806-208 Physical Geography Weather and Climate
- 20-806-211 Introduction to Soil & Water Resources
- 20-806-215 Environmental Science
- 20-806-240 Survey of Chemistry
- 20-806-241 Introductory Chemistry
- 20-807-202 Nutrition for Optimal Health Fitness for Life
- 20-807-203 Stress Management Fitness for Life
- 20-807-204 Physical Fitness for Life
- 20-809-215 World Regional Geography
- 20-809-217 Intro to Philosophy
- 20-809-225 Ethics
- 20-809-226 Environmental Ethics
- 20-809-232 Abnormal Psychology
- 20-809-251 Intro to Psychology
- 20-809-252 Developmental Psychology
- 20-809-254 Educational Psychology
- 20-809-271 Intro to Sociology
- 20-809-272 Diversity Studies
- 20-809-275 Marriage and Family
- 20-809-287 Principles of Macroeconomics
- 20-809-291 Principles of Microeconomics
- 20-810-204 Film Appreciation
- 20-815-201 Art Appreciation
- 20-815-215 Watercolor
- 20-815-230 Native American Art
- FAQ
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Liberal Arts Program at Southwest Tech?
An agreement between Southwest Tech and Nicolet College to offer a liberal arts program that provides students with an opportunity to complete an Associate of Science or Associate of Arts degree at Southwest Tech. The Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degrees satisfy general education requirements at four year institutions.
- What is the difference between the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees?
The Associate of Arts degree has a concentration on Social Sciences and Humanities. Potential majors include: Communications, Fine Arts, Education, Foreign Language, English and Literature. The Associate of Science degree emphasizes on Science and Mathematics. Potential majors include: Engineering, Natural Resources, Math, Medicine and Science. See program requirement sheets provided by your advisor for specific requirements for each degree. This was provided to you during your initial advising session.
- What are benefits of this program?
Students who complete an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree often have the benefit of a degree-to-degree transfer, where universities grant junior status and automatically waive specific lower division requirements, such as general degree requirements, regardless of individual courses taken at Southwest Tech. Students can complete up to 72 credits at Southwest Tech and then transfer to a 4-year university.
For students who do not intend to pursue a baccalaureate degree, the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degrees signify achievement of diverse skills and knowledge that are valued in today's work environments.
Students will see significant tuition savings and participate in smaller classes with high quality faculty. Students can complete the degree in their home community saving money on housing and making the transition to the four year institution easier.
- How do I apply for program?
Follow the Southwest Tech admissions process. The information you provide will be shared with Nicolet College. Apply Now! The Liberal Arts Programs require that you take a UW Placement Test. Be sure to mention that you are interested in a Liberal Arts Program when scheduling your advising appointment so that it can be scheduled with a Southwest Tech advisor and a Nicolet advisor can participate jointly by web conference.
- Do I have to go to Nicolet College?
No. All classes will be taken at Southwest Tech via face-to-face, interactive television, or online. Meetings with your Nicolet College Academic Advisor will be offered through web conferencing. Typically, your Southwest Tech advisor will also participate in the conference.
- How does Financial Aid work?
If you plan to apply for Financial Aid, go to Nicolet College as the school you will be attending. Use Nicolet's code of 00819 on your FAFSA. Southwest Tech's Financial Aid department will work with Nicolet College to ensure that student's financial concerns are addressed but Financial Aid is officially though Nicolet.
- Am I eligible for work-study?
Yes. However, it is offered through Nicolet's work-study program and the focus of your work must support the University Transfer - Associate of Arts/Science program on the Southwest Tech Campus. Contact Financial Aid: financial-aid@swtc.edu or 608.822.2660 to identify available positons and to learn more details.
- How do I pay my Southwest Tech tuition bill?
If you are eligible for Financial Aid:
- Your Financial Aid will come from Nicolet. If you wish to have your Southwest Tech bill paid for with your Nicolet Financial Aid, you will need to sign an Account Balance Transfer Agreement . You may pick the form up at the Financial Aid office or click on the form link above.
Direct Payment Options:
- Pay online at MySWTC. ACH, MC, VISA or Discover are accepted. Please note that ACH transactions can take up to 7 days to settle and post to your account.
- Payment via phone by calling 608.822.2306 or 608.822.2312.
- Pay in person at the Payments/Billing Office. Call to verify normal business hours.
- Pay by mail. A check or money order can be mailed to: Southwest Tech, Attn: Student Payments, 1800 Bronson Boulevard, Fennimore WI 53809
- Is campus housing available?
Yes. Students in the University Transfer - Associate of Arts/Science programs are considered both Nicolet College Students and students of Southwest Tech so they are eligible for Southwest Tech student housing.
- How do I purchase my books?
Log on to your MyNicolet Account. Choose “View my class schedule” on the left hand side of the screen and navigate to the appropriate semester. Select “View Textbook Information” on the right side of the screen. This link will take you directly to the Bookstore's website and prepopulate your list with the textbooks required for your classes.
- How do I register for classes?
Information on how to register for Southwest courses can be found at our registration page. However, you will also be taking courses from Nicolet. Registration can vary depending on the time of the year and which classes you are taking. For the best results, schedule an appointment with your Southwest Tech advisor that also includes a web conference with your Nicolet advisor.
- Can I take class being offered by Nicolet without being admitted in the University Transfer - Associate of Arts/Science Programs?
Yes. Students may enroll in courses as an undeclared student if they do not intend to apply the course credits towards completion of a degree. Contact Nicolet's Welcome Center at 800.544.3039, ext. 4493 for more information on enrolling in courses as an undeclared student.
- Where and how can I participate in graduation?
The official degree will be awarded by Nicolet College, but students are welcome to participate in the ceremony at either Nicolet or Southwest Tech. Students should file a Graduation Petition with Nicolet in the term in which they will complete their final courses for graduation. The petition is due by November 1 if completing the degree in the fall semester; the petition is due by March 15 if completing the degree in the spring or summer semester. The petition is available on Nicolet's website. Please follow the graduation procedure for the College's ceremony in which you want to participate. Southwest Tech requires that students submit a Program Completion Application Form (MySWTC). This form is typically due the first week of November for fall or the last week in March for spring. This form is necessary to order a cap & gown and to appear in the ceremony program.
- How do I get my transcripts?
Both Nicolet and Southwest Tech have established procedures for ordering transcripts that can be found at the bottom of their website homepages. Degrees are officially awarded from Nicolet so if you are looking for confirmation, follow Nicolet's procedures. Nicolet uses a third-party provider for official transcripts. For complete information on ordering your transcript, see Nicolet's website, and click on the “transcript” link at the bottom of the homepage. Southwest Tech currently provides this service without a third party provider. For ordering information go to the Southwest Tech website, and click on the Transcript Request Form at the bottom of the homepage.
- Where do credits transfer?
Liberal Arts credits you earn at Southwest Tech will transfer to numerous colleges and universities, including every campus in the University of Wisconsin system. Work with your advisor concerning transfer opportunities to your four-year college of choice. Note that there is an Admissions Agreement with UW-Platteville.
- Do I have to complete a degree for my credits to transfer?
No, credits you earn at Southwest Tech though the Liberal Arts Program will transfer to numerous colleges and universities. Each individual course completed can be evaluated for transfer.
- Will I take all Southwest Tech classes?
To complete a liberal arts degree you can take up to 30 credits of Southwest Tech courses. The remaining credits will be earned through Nicolet College courses offered at Southwest Tech through online options.
- What is the Liberal Arts Program at Southwest Tech?