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Dunlap-Stone University Transfer Credit · Maths 165

General Education Mathematics at DSU.

Earn this Dunlap-Stone University equivalency through UPI Study's Calculus 1 — 4 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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Calculus 1 — transfers as General Education Mathematics at Dunlap-Stone University
Signed Articulation Agreement · February 2025
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Calculus 1
Maths 165 · 4 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Dunlap-Stone University recognizes as
General Education Mathematics
4 transcript credits
DEAC accredited since 2003 · Transcript sent directly to Dunlap-Stone University
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🎓 Credit
4 cr
Transferable to DSU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of calculus 1, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Evaluate limits of functions graphically, numerically, and analytically, including one-sided limits and limits involving infinite behavior
  • ✓Differentiate algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric functions using standard differentiation rules and correct mathematical notation
  • ✓Use derivatives to analyze functions, including determining tangent lines, rates of change, critical points, and intervals of increase/decrease and concavity
  • ✓Solve applied calculus problems involving optimization and related rates by setting up appropriate models, carrying out computations, and interpreting results in context
  • ✓Compute antiderivatives and basic indefinite integrals using elementary integration techniques, including substitution
  • ✓Evaluate definite integrals and apply integration to compute areas and describe accumulation and net change in applied settings
  • ✓Apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus to connect differentiation and integration, including evaluating definite integrals using antiderivatives and interpreting accumulation functions
📚Major topics covered
Functions, graphs & mathematical modeling Limits: graphical, numerical & analytical One-sided limits & limits at infinity Continuity & types of discontinuities The derivative & limit definition Differentiability & its relationship to continuity Differentiation rules: power, product, quotient Chain rule & implicit differentiation Derivatives of trig & inverse trig functions Critical points, extrema & curve sketching Mean Value Theorem & linear approximation Optimization & related rates Antiderivatives & indefinite integrals Riemann sums & definite integrals Fundamental Theorem of Calculus Substitution rule & applications of integration
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Tuition saved vs DSU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $475, DSU's undergraduate rate of $1,425 per 3-credit course (2026-2027 Academic Catalog). Under the articulation agreement DSU does not charge tuition for the UPI Study courses it recognizes as credit. Credit awards are subject to DSU's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Calculus 1 → DSU.

📚 About Calculus 1
What is Calculus 1?
Calculus 1 is a college-level STEM course building quantitative and analytical skills. It is Maths 165 — worth 4 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
Is this course difficult?
The course is designed to be challenging but accessible. It is self-paced, so you can take the time you need on more difficult concepts. Most students complete it in 28–30 days with consistent effort.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 4 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About General Education Mathematics at DSU
What is General Education Mathematics at Dunlap-Stone University?
General Education Mathematics is one of the general education categories required for DSU's degree programs. It covers coursework in the relevant academic domain — designed to give students broad foundational knowledge as part of a balanced degree. Students must complete a defined number of credits in this category as part of either the Associate or Bachelor's program.
Will Calculus 1 fulfill DSU's General Education Mathematics requirement?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists UPI Study's Calculus 1 (4 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits) as General Education Mathematics credit. This appears on the DSU equivalency chart. The credit posts to your DSU transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
What other UPI Study courses also transfer as General Education Mathematics at DSU?
Several UPI Study courses fulfill DSU's General Education Mathematics bucket — including Business Math, Calculus 2, Discrete Mathematics, and Quantitative Analysis. The complete current list of equivalencies is on the DSU equivalency chart.
How many General Education Mathematics credits do I need for my DSU degree?
DSU's general education requirements vary between the Associate (60 credits total) and Bachelor's (120 credits total) degrees. Within those, students must complete a defined set of GE credits across multiple categories including General Education Mathematics. DSU accepts up to 75% of total degree credits as transfer credit, so you can fill most of your General Education Mathematics requirement with UPI Study courses. Check DSU's current academic catalog for exact category minimums.
If I've already filled my General Education Mathematics requirement, can Calculus 1 still count?
Yes — if your General Education Mathematics category is full, Calculus 1 can typically be applied as elective credit at DSU's discretion, as long as you have not exceeded the 75% (90-credit) transfer maximum for your Bachelor's. Contact DSU's registrar or your academic advisor to confirm placement before enrolling if you are close to the transfer cap.
🔄 About transferring to DSU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my DSU degree?
Dunlap-Stone University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by DSU under the UPI Study × DSU articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at DSU.
Do I need to enroll at DSU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no DSU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to DSU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach DSU?
Once you complete Calculus 1, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (General Education Mathematics) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Calculus 1 for your DSU credit.

What is Calculus 1?

Calculus 1 is the study of change and accumulation. It introduces the idea of a limit, then uses limits to define derivatives and integrals, which are tools for measuring rates of change, slopes, area, and total amount in real situations.

How the course teaches you

Calculus 1 (Maths 165) is a self-paced online course built on video lessons, with graded quizzes and assignments along the way and a final exam at the end. Your final grade is weighted 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. When you complete the course and the credit posts to your transcript, DSU recognizes that 4-credit result as General Education Mathematics, so it counts toward a gen-ed requirement.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course covers limits, derivatives, and integrals, which give you a way to measure how quantities change and how totals build up over time. In a Bachelor of Business Administration, that same reasoning shows up in questions about marginal cost, revenue, and finding the output level that maximizes profit. In a Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, the habit of reading a rate of change or an accumulated total carefully helps when you interpret quantitative research. Because the credit lands as General Education Mathematics, you get this practice without it needing to fill a major-specific slot.

Skills you walk away with

Evaluate limits graphically, numerically, and analyticallyDifferentiate polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric functionsUse the chain rule, product rule, quotient rule, and implicit differentiationAnalyze critical points, increasing/decreasing intervals, and concavitySolve optimization and related rates problemsCompute basic antiderivatives and definite integralsApply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus

Taking this course toward DSU

After you finish Calculus 1, the completed transcript is sent to Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar then applies the course as General Education Mathematics, which is a general-education equivalency that satisfies a gen-ed requirement in your degree plan. Your DSU advisor can confirm how that requirement fits into programs such as the Associate of Arts: Business Administration, Bachelor of Business Administration, or Bachelor of Arts: Psychology. Transfer credit is capped at 90 credits (75%) of your DSU degree, so this course counts toward that ceiling along with any other transferred coursework.

Who this course is for

This course suits students who want to finish a DSU degree with fewer remaining courses, including working adults, students returning to finish a degree, and career changers who need a quantitative foundation. It also fits cost-conscious students, since 4 credits at DSU's $475 per credit rate is a meaningful expense to avoid. Keep in mind that transfer credit can cover up to 90 credits (75%) of a DSU degree, so you still need to complete the remaining credits at DSU. It is not the right choice if you expect this course to count as a major course or elective; DSU recognizes it as General Education Mathematics, so confirm your degree plan before enrolling if you need it in another category.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to DSU.

Dunlap-Stone University recognizes UPI Study courses for credit in its undergraduate degrees under the signed articulation agreement. Each course below has the DSU course, general education category or elective credit Appendix 1 assigns it.

What DSU offers UPI students
✓Signed articulation agreement (February 2025)
✓No DSU tuition for UPI Study credit it recognizes
✓100% online degrees for adult learners
✓DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · AZ-SARA
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer credits toward a bachelor's
75%
Max share of an undergraduate program from transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at DSU in good standing and meet course and program requirements. DSU is solely responsible for how it recognizes UPI Study courses.

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