The University of Arizona – Yuma: Your Pathway to a Bachelor’s Degree
The University of Arizona - Yuma is a proud regional site in partnership with Arizona Western College. Through this collaboration, students who complete an associates degree at AWC can seamlessly transition to bachelor’s degree programs offered at UA Yuma or explore other University of Arizona transfer options helping you become part of the Wildcat family while staying in Yuma.
U of A Yuma offers many transfer degree pathways in varying fields, like Engineering, Nutrition, Human Development, and Agriculture, all designed to help you complete your degree locally. Learn more about scholarships, internships, career opportunities, degree programs, and campus events by visiting the University of Arizona Yuma Website. Additional resources on scholarships and transfer plans and social media updates can also be found through this LinkTree site.
Whether you’re interested in on-campus learning or completing your degree fully online, U of A Yuma provides flexible options to meet your goals.
A Streamlined Transfer Experience
Arizona Western College and the University of Arizona work collaboratively to support your transfer journey. With compatible course descriptions and approved block transfers, approved AWC associates degrees may fulfill the first two years of most U of A undergraduate programs, helping you stay on track to graduate within three years of transferring.
Students may also receive invitations to exclusive transfer events and activities, thanks to shared student data between AWC and UA for the purpose of enhancing student success.
Please note: All students must still complete the University of Arizona admissions application to officially transfer.
Steps for a successful transfer to UA
Select a Major and Degree
- Choose the major and degree you plan to pursue at AWC along with your intended university program.
- Seek guidance that aligns your choice with your interests and career goals through AWC Career Services.
- Review AWC Degrees and Certificates.
- Use Arizona Western College Major Guides from AZTransfer.com to explore transfer pathways.
Meet with AWC Advisors and Transfer Personnel
- Review your AWC academic plan and transfer timeline with Academic Advisors and Transfer Personnel.
- Meet with an AWC Academic Advisor to review your degree requirements.
- Schedule an appointment with the Transfer Services Coordinator for transfer planning and support.
Explore Transfer Pathways
- Review UAZ Academic Majors and Programs.
- Explore UAZ Yuma programs and resources and 8-semester plans from LinkTree.
- Search for transfer pathways for AWC or visit the college website for additional guides to map transfer coursework.
- Use the AWC/UAZ Transfer Guide from AZTransfer.com as a resource for transfer equivalencies.
Connect with University Representatives and Admissions Personnel
- Meet with a university major representative to learn more about your program and transfer pathway.
- Connect with admissions personnel for deadlines, application requirements, and next steps. (see the Contact tab for details).
- Visit the AWC Event Calendar or the AWC Transfer Center for information on upcoming transfer events, office hours at the Transfer Center, and admissions application workshops.
- General Transfer Resources: https://www.azwestern.edu/student-support/transfer-services/resources
Complete the AGEC and Your Degree
- The Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) transfers as a block to UAZ and provides a strong foundation for your major.
- Completing your AWC degree aligned with your intended program ensures a seamless transfer.
- Meet with an AWC Academic Advisor regularly to review your progress.
- Reminder: Submit your AWC graduation application by the posted deadline.
Apply for University Admission
- Submit your UAZ admissions application six to nine months before your intended transfer date or as soon as applications open for your transfer term.
- Work with UAZ representatives during this process for support.
- Electronic high school transcripts should be submitted to admissions@arizona.edu.
Request your AWC official transcript from AWC Student Records.
Circle Back with AWC and University Personnel
- Confirm with your AWC Academic Advisor that all program requirements are complete.
- Visit the AWC Transfer Center for support and resources.
- Check in with UAZ representatives as an admitted student to review your application status and next steps.
Quick links:
- For UA Admissions Process FAQ: https://admissions.arizona.edu/faqs/transfer
- UAZ Transfer Admission Application and Process: https://admissions.arizona.edu/how-to-apply/transfer
- UAZ Transfer Book (2021-2022)
Degree Pathways
Degree semester plans are available through UAZ advisors or pillar leads. For the most current information, please contact the academic advisors listed in the Contact tab. Visit the LinkTree for UAZ Yuma for Semester Plans: https://linktr.ee/uazyuma
YUMA DEGREE PATHWAYS
AWC Sports Management to UA Nutritional Science– Sports Nutrition Option
AWC Exercise Wellness Nutritional to UA Nutritional Sciences - Dietetics Emphasis
AWC Health, Wellness and Nutrition to UA Nutritional Science
AWC Family Sciences to UA Human Development and Family Science
AWC ABUS to UA Personal & Family Financial Planning
AWC Ag Systems Management to UA Ag Systems Management
AWC Soils to UA Yuma Sustainable Plant Systems - Fresh Produce Safety
AWC Crop Production to UA Yuma Sustainable Plant Systems - Fresh Produce Safety Option
AWC AgriCommerce to Ag Systems Management
AWC Animal Production to UA Animal Science (Science & Pre-professional emphasis)
AWC Engineering to UA Software Engineering
AWC Engineering to UA Systems Engineering
AWC Engineering to UA Industrial Engineering
AWC Engineering to UA Biosystems Engineering
Visit University of Arizona to find more information about other degree pathways.
Transfer Resources
UA Transfer Resources
General Transfer Resources: https://www.azwestern.edu/student-support/transfer-services/resources
Welcome Transfercats! https://fosteringsuccess.arizona.edu/welcome-transfercats
Transfer Support Links
Transfer Admissions: https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/transfer/apply
Transfer Overview: https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/transfer
Undergraduate Transfer Catalog: https://catalog.arizona.edu/policy/courses-credit/credit/undergraduate-transfer
Majors and Programs: https://www.arizona.edu/degree-search/
Transfer Student Center: https://transfercenter.arizona.edu/events/national-transfer-student-week-university-arizona
Transfer Peer Mentors: https://transfercenter.arizona.edu/transfer-peer-mentoring
Tuition and Aid
https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/cost
UAZ Bursar: Tuition & Fees | Bursar
UAZ Scholarship Universe: https://financialaid.arizona.edu/ScholarshipUniverse
https://arizona.scholarshipuniverse.com/public/home?scholarshipType=public&take=10&skip=0
Scholarship opportunities for UAZ students are awarded based on merit, need, or a combination of both. You can also apply for institutional and private donor funds.
https://financialaid.arizona.edu/apply-for-aid/transfer
Transfer Tools/Guides
AZTransfer University of Arizona: https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/TransferApp.woa/wa/UA?inst=AWC
Credit Transfer Guide: https://aztransfer.com/UACEG/UA_CEG_OutOfState.html
Transfer Students: https://live-azs-arc.pantheonsite.io/resources/transfer-students
Activities and Events
Campus Tours: https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/visit
Events Calendar: https://www.arizona.edu/calendars-events
Academic Calendar: https://catalog.arizona.edu/calendar
UAZ Contacts
University of Arizona (UAZ) Contacts
📍 Yuma Campus
Joselyn Medina
Academic Advisor – UAZ Yuma
📧 joselynm@arizona.edu
📞 (928) 783-3804
📅 Schedule an Appointment
Advising Areas:
Human Development & Family Studies (HDFS)
Personal & Family Financial Planning (PFFP)
Engineering
Kenia Rodriguez
Academic Advisor – UAZ Yuma
📧 keniarodriguez1@arizona.edu
📞 (928) 246-3715
📅 Kenia's Appointment Calendar
Advising Areas:
Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics
Agriculture
Ariana Luna
Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator
University of Arizona Yuma
📧 Lunaa1@arizona.edu
🏫 Main Campus – Tucson
Xvania Esquivel (representative while Jacky is on leave)
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Recruitment
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
📞 Office: 520-621-3672
📧 xesquivel@arizona.edu
Contact Main Campus Admissions
📞 Phone: 520-621-3237
✉️ Email: admissions@arizona.edu
Jacky Cuadras
Admissions Counselor, Outreach – Main Campus
📧 jramosfontes@arizona.edu
📞 (520) 621-5101
📅 Schedule with Jacky
🌐 Online – College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST)
Serving: Yuma / La Paz / Imperial Valley
Gabriela Siqueiros
Academic Advisor
📧 gsiqueiros4@arizona.edu
📅 Schedule an Appointment
Advising Areas:
Applied Computing
Cyber Operations
Administration of Justice
Human Services
Computer Science
Intelligence & Information Operations
Organizational Leadership
Regional Commerce
Nathan R. Bacal
Academic Advisor II
📧 nathan1bacal@arizona.edu
📞 (520) 621-8263
📅 Schedule an Appointment
Advising Areas:
Administration of Justice
Cyber Operations (Last Names M–Z)
Cyber Certificates (M–Z): Defense/Forensics, Info Warfare, Secure Computing
Family Studies & Human Development (Minor)
Government & Public Service (Major & Minor)
Pamela J. Scanlon, M.Ed. (she/her/hers)
Academic Advisor II
📧 pscanlo2@arizona.edu
📞 (520) 621-4132
📅 Schedule an Appointment
Advising Areas:
Cyber Operations (Last Names A–L)
Cyber Certificates (A–L): Defense/Forensics, Info Warfare, Secure Computing
Christine Gronowski, M.Ed. (she/her/hers)
Academic Advising Manager
📧 christineg@arizona.edu
📞 (520) 621-8204
📅 Schedule an Appointment
Advising Areas:
Applied Computing/Informatics
Cloud Computing Certificate