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Program Overview
Careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are among the fastest-growing in the United States and globally. Earning your college degree in STEM will open doors to high-demand, well-paid careers with strong job prospects.
If you aim to join the scientists, mathematicians and computer scientists who are changing the world, Madison College's Science, Math and Technology pre-major is an excellent place to start!
Complete your freshman and sophomore-level coursework at Madison College, and then transfer to a four-year institution of your choice to complete your junior and senior years of coursework toward your four-year bachelor’s degree.
Science, Math and Technology Pre-Major Goals
The Science, Math and Technology (STM) pre-major program begins your journey to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complex challenges in the modern world.
You can begin your studies in various disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Astronomy
- Atmospheric and Climate Science
- Biological Sciences
- Computer Sciences
- Geography
- Geology / Earth Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
If you're interested in engineering, you should check out the engineering pre-major.
The Anatomy and Physiology course for biology majors features lectures and lab dealing with the human body as an integrated structural and functional unit. Get a Customized Transfer Plan
When you enroll in the Science, Math and Technology pre-major program, you’ll need to work with your STM advisor to create a customized transfer plan based on your intended major and the transfer college or university of your choice.
Save time and money by working with your advisor to combine general education requirements with relevant science and math coursework. Your advisor will ensure the courses you take at Madison College are the same as if you started your first two years at a four-year school.
UW-System Transfer Pathways
Madison College offers seven specific pathways that will allow you to start as a junior in common STEM majors at any UW-System school:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Math
- Physics
- Statistics
Even if you don’t know to which UW-system school you plan to transfer, by following the pathway you’ll be sure to be on track to transfer as a junior into these majors.
Become a Technology Education Teacher!
Get a career that combines your love of technology and education. Learn about the technology education pathway.
Academic Support and Guidance
Madison College’s STEM faculty are experts in their fields, ready to share their knowledge and experience with you and support you in your academic success.
The Solar Photovoltaic Technology course can be applied as an elective for several STEM degree programs, particularly those emphasizing sustainability and renewable energy. STEM faculty will not only support you in the classroom but also be your go-to experts for all questions about your chosen career path. To ensure you stay on track, they will help you with:
- Questions about your program.
- Choosing the best classes to meet your goals.
- Taking classes in the right order to stay on track.
Cutting-Edge Learning Spaces
Our classrooms and labs are designed to support top-tier technical training that meets today’s workforce demands. As a STM pre-major student, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment that’s often more advanced than what you'll find at many four-year institutions!
Flexible and Affordable Course Offerings
- Enjoy small class sizes and personal attention.
- Study close to home, whether in Madison or regionally at our Reedsburg, Portage, Fort Atkinson or Watertown campuses.
- Attend full- or part-time.
- Save money with the lowest per-credit tuition in the region.
- Experience a top-quality education that transfers!
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re ready to apply, create an account and begin the application process. Select the “Science, Math and Natural Resources” area of study and then choose “University Transfer - Pre-major: Science, Math, and Technology.”
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Explore Other STEM Career Programs
The University Transfer Science, Math and Technology pre-major isn’t the only path to a STEM career. Many students choose to begin their careers early by earning an associate degree, which allows them to enter the workforce more quickly. They can then continue their education to complete their bachelor’s degree (and further) while gaining practical experience on the job.
Explore these STEM-related programs if you want to start your career sooner.
Engineering, Electronics and HVAC
- Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Technology
- Electronics
- Mechanical Design Technology
Information Technology (IT)
- Cloud DevOps Specialist
- Cyber Compliance Specialist
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Data and Analytics Specialist
- Front-End Developer
- Network and Systems Administration
- Web Software Developer
Biotechnology
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
60 credits minimum to complete the program by satisfying the all requirements as defined.English and Speech (9 credits)Six credits must be in composition - English 1 and one other composition course. Three credits must be in public speaking. (Students should consult with an advisor to determine the best choice for their second composition course.)Composition CoursesPublic Speaking CoursesKinesiology/Health/Wellness (1 credit)Completion of one of the listed courses is required.Kinesiology CoursesHumanities/Fine Arts (6 credits)Completion of courses from two disciplines is required. Choose courses from the following disciplines: art, art history, drama, film, literature, music, philosophy, world languages, writing and communication, and interdisciplinary humanities. Any remaining credits to fulfill the requirement can be selected from any Humanities and Fine Arts courses offered within the AS degree.Art CoursesArt HistoryDrama CoursesFilmLiterature CoursesMusic CoursesPhilosophy CoursesWorld Languages CoursesWriting and Communication CoursesInterdisciplinary Humanities CoursesMathematics and Natural Science (20 credits)Select one mathematics course at the level of College Algebra or higher. Select one biological science course and one physical science course. Both courses must include a laboratory. Remaining credits to fulfill the requirement can be selected from any mathematics or natural science courses offered within the AS degree.Mathematics CoursesBiological Science Lab CoursesBiological Science Courses without LabPhysical Science Lab CoursesPhysical Science Courses without LabAdditional courses available to meet 20 credit mathematics and natural science requirement.Social Science (6 credits)Completion of courses from at least two disciplines is required. Choose courses from the following disciplines: anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, sociology, and interdisciplinary social science.Anthropology CoursesEconomics CoursesEducation CoursesHistory CoursesPolitical Science CoursesPsychology CoursesSociology CoursesInterdisciplinary Social Science CoursesElectives (18 credits)Select any courses offered within the University Transfer program or from the list of additional electives below. Most Internships and Honors Project credits may also be applied (20-code courses only).Consult with your advisor to determine which courses are best for your intended transfer program (major and transfer institution).Ethnic Studies (One course)Course may also count toward Humanities/Fine Arts, Social Science, or Electives.World Languages (One course)May be met with one year in high school with a grade of "C" or better OR one semester in college. College course may also count toward Humanities/Fine Arts or Electives.If requirement was satisfied with high school courses, email: enrollmentservices@madisoncollege.edu.See World Languages Courses under the Humanities and Fine Arts Requirement above. -
Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your University Transfer - Science, Math, and Technology career.
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Transfer Opportunities
UW System Schools
This agreement is in the form of a contract. Students who earn the Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) Degree in one of the LAT Pre-Majors at Madison College, who meet requirements for admission to UW-Madison, contract requirements and who meet specified levels of academic achievement at Madison College will be granted admission to UW–Madison as a transfer student. Admission to UW–Madison under this agreement does not guarantee admission to any specific academic major or program.AS at Madison College can satisfy majority of gen.ed. requirements (exceptions apply). Also included course-to-course articulation information.Qualified Madison College students will be guaranteed admission to UW Platteville’s Data Science program as a transfer student assuming they meet the minimum requirements for admission to UW-Platteville. Students must complete Basic Statistics (20-804-240) and Computer Science (20-804-215) at Madison College prior to starting with UW-Platteville.Students completing this agreement are guaranteed admission to the University of Wisconsin-Stout and the Technology Education (Online) program. Students must complete the entire MC Degree of which 61 of the 67-71 credits will be applied to the Bachelor's degree leaving 59 credits remaining to complete at UW Stout. By transferring 60 or more credits students will enter UW-Stout at junior level standing. Students are not guaranteed licensure until the following Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction requirements are met: 1. Students must earn a 3.0 GPA in the Section B courses marked with an @ or pass the Praxis II test. 2. Student must have earned a 2.75 GPA upon completion of the program at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. 3. Students must meet the remaining PI 34 requirements for the program at the University of Wisconsin-Stout.Students must complete the AA or AS, with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 (2.75 is required for international emphasis), be admitted to UW W and applied to the appropriate journalism emphasis. It is recommended that students take 809172 for their diversity class.Wisconsin Private Schools
MC students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree who are admitted to Carroll University with at least 52 transfer credits will meet all GE1 distribution components in the gen ed curriculum. Transfer credit may be received for the CCD, GE2 and CCE requirements.Students with an AA, AS or AAS are Advanced Core. Advanced Core requires students to have earned at least 60 credits. Students transferring prior to completion or with less than 60 credits are standard core and credits are evaluated course by course.Students who receive an Associate of Arts or Sciences Degree from Madison College will be guaranteed admission to Edgewood College when students transfer directly from Madison College to Edgewood College within 5 years of completing the Associate Degree. Students who take coursework at another institution between the completion of their coursework at Madison College and their transfer to Edgewood College must meet Edgewood College's transfer student admissions requirements of a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in all college-level coursework. Students must also meet posted admission deadlines.Student who earn an Associate Degree from Madison College can transfer a minimum of 60 credits and a maximum of 72 credits to Lakeland College to be applied to the requirements of the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Sciences degree.Mount Mary University will recognize an earned AA, AS, and AAS degree and guarantee those students junior standing. Outlines main transfer equivalancies.Out-of-State Schools
General university admission is guaranteed upon successful completion of the following conditions: 1) Completion of an associate degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA (Arizona residents) or 2.50 cumulative GPA (nonresidents) or 2) completion of 24 or more transferable semester credits post-high school with a minimum cumulative transfer GPA of 2.50 and verification of high school graduation or the equivalent. NOTE: Some ASU colleges and schools have additional or higher requirements for admission into their majors.Students who complete any associate degree at Madison Area Technical College will have no additional general education core curriculum requirements to meet but must satisfy the Kirkpatrick Signature Series requirement.Per the agreement, students must complete the associates of arts, associates of science or associates of applied science with an overall GPA of a 2.0 prior to transferring.Students graduating with an associate degree from MATC with a 2.0 GPA or higher are guaranteed admissions into CSU-Global and can transfer up to 64 semester credits from MATC to be applied toward earning a Bachelor’s Degree at CSU-Global.Franklin University will guarantee acceptance of Madison College graduates with an AA, AS, or AAS. Madison College graduates will have junior standing at Franklin University and may transfer up to 94 additional credits toward their baccalaureate degree. -
Career Outcomes
STM Pre-Major Program Outcomes
After completing Madison College’s University Transfer Science, Technology and Math program, you’ll be able to:
- Use identified critical thinking skills to pose questions, process information and make decisions.
- Compute and analyze quantitative data using mathematical, statistical and logical methods to solve problems.
- Explore physical and social environments using scientific tools and methods.
- Research a question by planning and implementing an appropriate investigative strategy and synthesizing the results in an academic document.
- Exhibit self-awareness and self-management skills necessary to succeed in increasingly challenging academic environments.
- Engage in collaborative activities in ways that contribute to the achievement of shared goals.
- Communicate with varied audiences by:
- Listening actively in personal and professional relationships.
- Reading and comprehending written materials in the content areas at grade 14 level.
- Synthesizing and organizing information for diverse audiences.
- Recognize the contributions of diverse cultures, historical periods and art forms to the improvement of the human condition in a global society.
STEM Careers
Science, Technology and Math pre-major graduates who transfer and complete their bachelor’s degree can find employment in a wide range of fields in all industries, from chemistry to computer science, environmental science, geoscience, life sciences, mathematics, physics and more.
