Oregon Major Transfer Maps (MTM)
What is an MTM?
The Major Transfer Map (MTM) is a streamlined transfer pathway for students who know their intended major or bachelor’s degree program and plan to transfer from an Oregon community college to an Oregon public university.
Unlike general transfer degrees such as the AAOT or ASOT, which focus on general education requirements, the MTM ensures that students take the specific courses required for their major, allowing for a more efficient transfer and reducing the likelihood of excess credits.
Key Features of the MTM
✔ Guaranteed transfer of major-related coursework to any Oregon public university.
✔ Built on the Core Transfer Map (CTM)—ensuring 30 transferable general education credits.
✔ Provides junior standing in the major at the receiving university.
✔ No need to retake completed courses if minimum grades are met.
✔ Clear course-taking path aligned with specific bachelor’s degree programs.
How MTMs Work
- Students complete the 30-credit Core Transfer Map (CTM), which includes general education courses.
- MTMs build on the CTM by adding major-specific coursework, ensuring students stay on track toward their bachelor’s degree.
- Successful completion of the MTM guarantees credit transfer, but students must still meet their university’s admission and program requirements.
✔ A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required.
✔ At least 30 general education credits must be completed as part of the CTM.
✔ Students must meet the residency requirements at the community college awarding the MTM.
Important: While CTM courses are guaranteed to transfer, students who complete an MTM will not also be awarded a CTM separately.
Core Transfer Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Communication (1 course) | ||
| COM 111Z | Public Speaking | 4 |
| or COM 218Z | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Mathematics (1 college level course) | ||
| MTH 105Z | Math in Society | 4 |
| or MTH 111Z | Precalculus I Functions | |
| or STAT 243Z | Elementary Statistics I | |
| Writing (2 courses) | ||
| WR 121Z | Composition I | 4 |
| WR 122Z | Composition II | 4 |
| or WR 227Z | Technical Writing | |
| One Course from Each: | ||
| Arts & Letters (eg. English, Art, Music) | 4 | |
| Social Sciences (eg. History, Economics, Psychology) | 3-4 | |
| Natural Science w/Lab (eg. Biology, Geology, Chemistry) | 4-5 | |
| Elective Option | 3-4 | |
| Total Minimum Credits | 30-33 | |
MTM Program Options
Students may pursue an MTM in a specific field of study that aligns with their intended bachelor’s degree program. The following MTMs are currently available:
MTM/AS Transfer in Computer Science
MTM/AAOT-Transfer in Elementary Education
Planning for a Smooth Transfer
Steps to Completing an MTM
- Meet with an academic advisor to select courses that align with your intended university’s degree plan.
- Complete the required coursework (30 general education credits + major-specific courses).
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
- Work with your transfer university advisor to confirm degree progress and additional requirements.
- Apply for transfer admission and inform the university’s admissions counselor or intake advisor that you are completing an MTM
Key Considerations
- The MTM does not guarantee university admission, students must still meet individual school admissions requirements.
- While MTM coursework transfers, students should consult both community college and university advisors to confirm how credits will apply toward their specific degree program.
- Completing an MTM in two years and a bachelor’s degree in four years requires students to take at least 15 credits per term (or 45 per year).
📢 Students who plan to transfer before completing an MTM should meet with an advisor to determine whether they are eligible for a CTM instead.
Advising Notes
✔ Meet with an advisor regularly to stay on track.
✔ Confirm course requirements with the transfer university before registering.
✔ Plan ahead to ensure you meet the minimum GPA and credit requirements.
For more details, consult a UCC academic advisor and review the Major Transfer Map Curriculum Articulation Policy (MTM CAP).