Development of a Pre-Professional Program at a Rural Community College

Many of the courses required for entrance to professional programs are offered by community colleges making community colleges a valuable asset to students seeking professional careers. State Fair Community College has recognized the opportunity to better serve and attract the pre-professional student population. Three of the strategies that have been implemented to improve the pre-professional transfer student experience are the design of advising pathways for the pre-professional students, the development of an Associate of Science (AS) in Chemistry, and chemistry course curriculum modifications.