Collin College has entered into a partnership with Texas A&M University-Texarkana that would benefit students who want to earn bachelor's degrees in applied arts and sciences and biotechnology.

According to Collin College, the agreement ensures the transfer of general education, elective and technical credits from Collin College into the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) at A&M-Texarkana.

"This partnership with A&M-Texarkana aligns perfectly with our goal to exceed student expectation," Collin College District President Neil Matkin said in a news release. "Now, Collin College students can graduate earlier and reduce the cost of a baccalaureate degree. This opportunity provide a flexible, affordable pathway and seamless transfer option to further ensure student success."

While still pending final approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, students majoring in biotechnology at Collin College will also have an opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Science in biotechnology at A&M-Texarkana.

"From the A&M-Texarkana perspective, this collaboration with Collin College enables us to benefit students in our expanded region," A&M-Texarkana President Emily Cutrer said in a statement. "We welcome our Collin College students and look forward to assisting them in achieving their educational and career goals."

For more information, go to www.collin.edu/transferu/.