NMC Transfer Guide - MTA
To: Western Michigan University
Program: WMU B.S. in Freshwater science and Sustainability &
NMC A.S.A. in Freshwater Studies
This interdisciplinary integrative program provides students with the scientific knowledge and skills to address the complex regional, national, and global challenges related to the sustainability of freshwater resources. Career paths are available in freshwater quality analysis, watershed management, corporate social responsibility coordinators, environmental advocacy, aquatic biology, limnology, water treatment operation and more.
Designed to articulate with NMC’s Associate in Science and Arts in Freshwater Studies, students can earn an associate degree and then seamlessly transfer to the WMU program, completing both degrees. Strong industry partnerships feature training on state-of-the-art equipment, unique field experiences, coursework at NMC’s Great Lakes Water Studies Institute and access to the R/V Northwestern, a 56-foot research vessel. The WMU portion of the BS degree can be completed on WMU's main campus.
- NMC Advisor: Hans Van Sumeren or GLWSI Office in Traverse City at (231) 995-3333
- Western Michigan University at WMU Main Campus: Diana Blouin, Asst. Director, College of Arts & Sciences Advising, 2319 Friedmann Hall, WMU, (269) 387-4374
Additional Scheduling Resource:
Basic Requirements
Completion of the BASIC requirements as listed at NMC will fulfill the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and satisfy most of the general requirements at WMU listed below. A statement will be placed on your transcript, "MICHIGAN TRANSFER AGREEMENT (MTA) SATISFIED." WMU requires two additional General Education courses beyond MTA. These courses are included in the link below. If you do not choose to complete the MTA agreement, those courses are also listed on the link below. It is suggested you talk to the WMU advisor about additional requirements you may need to take. See WMU transfer guide for General Education Requirements with and without MTA completed.
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Academic Area |
Credits |
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Communications |
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ENG 111, 112 |
English Composition |
8 |
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Humanities |
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Select 2 courses representing 2 departments from Group 1 Humanities list |
6 |
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Natural Science |
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BIO 115 |
Cell, Plant and Ecosystem Biology |
4 |
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BIO 116 |
Genetic, Evolution, Animal Biology |
4 |
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CHM 150 |
General Chemistry I |
5 |
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ENV 117 |
Meteorology and Climatology |
4 |
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ENV 131 |
Oceanography |
4 |
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Social Science |
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ANT 113 |
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
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ECO 201 or 202 |
Principles of Macroeconomics or Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 202 preferred) |
3 |
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GEO 108 |
Geography of U.S. & Canada (This course completes Level III Global Perspective at WMU, required beyond MTA - See WMU advisor for other options at WMU.) |
3 |
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GEO 115 |
Introduction to GIS (required for Freshwater Studies ASA, not BS) |
3 |
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Mathematics |
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MTH 131 |
Probability and Statistics (MTH 111 Pre-Requisite) |
3 |
Additional Requirements
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Academic Area |
Credits |
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NMC ASA Freshwater Studies |
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ENV 140 |
Watershed Science |
4 |
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WSI 105 |
Introduction to Freshwater Studies |
3 |
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WSI 230 |
Water Policy and Sustainability |
3 |
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WSI 290 |
Freshwater Studies Internship |
3 |
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WMU BS Freshwater Science and Sustainability |
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World Languages - Met by:
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ASL 101, 102 |
American Sign Language I and II |
8 |
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FRN 101, 102 |
Elementary French I and II |
8 |
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GRM 101, 102 |
Elementary German I and II |
8 |
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SPN 101, 102 |
Elementary Spanish I and II |
8 |
Northwestern Michigan College does not assume final responsibility for the accuracy of information on this guide. The final responsibility for the successful transfer of classes suggested on this guide rests with you and the institution you plan to transfer to. It is strongly recommended that you visit the institution as early in your academic career (prior to transfer) as possible.
Updated: Summer 2023