Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
Area of Interest
Curious about how things work, love solving problems, or enjoy working with data, systems, or experiments? Pima’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs give you the hands-on training and academic foundation to explore your interests and launch a career in today’s fastest-growing, highest-paying fields.
At Pima, you can earn an Associate of Science (AS) or an Associate of Arts (AA) in one of our STEM-focused pathways. These flexible degrees are designed to help you transfer your credits seamlessly to a university and complete a bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field. Whether you’re interested in scientific research, engineering design, or a future in medicine or the environment, you’ll build a strong foundation through lab-based courses, hands-on projects, and supportive instruction here at Pima.
Start here, then transfer to a university to complete your degree and step into a high-impact science career.
Completing one of our STEM programs prepares you to continue your education or launch a career across various disciplines, such as:
- Astronomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Dentistry
- Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Geology
- Math and Statistics
- Medicine
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Physiology
- Veterinary Care and more
Not sure which career path is right for you? Connect with a career counselor or check out Career Coach to explore your options and get inspired!
To learn more about our program offerings, the Associate of Science science, pre-engineering, and biology pathways, and more, attend a STEM information session.
Available Programs
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts sets you up to transfer smoothly to a university in a wide range of majors, including the sciences. You’ll work with an advisor to choose the transfer pathway that aligns best with your goals and your future.
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Associate of Science
Start here and complete the first two years of your bachelor’s degree before transferring to a university to major in the life sciences, physical sciences or engineering. This path is also ideal if you’re planning to pursue a professional degree in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science.
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Tailored Pathways to Your Future
Planning to earn your bachelor’s degree in a science-related major? At Pima, you can build a custom degree path that fits your goals. You’ll work one-on-one with an advisor to create a plan that supports smooth transfer to a four-year university.
With expert guidance and a clear path forward, you’ll feel confident about your next move. Browse our list of Associate of Science transfer pathways and Associate of Arts pathways, and speak to an advisor to ensure you select the right program for your goals.
