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Pathways College Transfer Credit · Maths 265

General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways.

Earn this Pathways College equivalency through UPI Study's Calculus 2 — 4 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓4 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Calculus 2 — transfers as General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways College
Articulation Agreement · Signed July 2025
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Calculus 2
Maths 265 · 4 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Pathways College recognizes as
General Elective (Pathways)
4 transcript credits
WSCUC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Pathways College
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🎓 Credit
4 cr
Transferable to Pathways
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of calculus 2, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Analyze and evaluate integrals by selecting and applying appropriate integration techniques — including substitution, integration by parts, trigonometric methods, and partial fractions — and justify the choice of method used
  • ✓Determine and interpret the behavior of functions involving indeterminate forms and improper integrals by applying limit analysis, L'Hôpital's Rule, and convergence tests
  • ✓Apply definite integrals to solve advanced applied problems, including areas, volumes, and arc length, and interpret results within mathematical and physical contexts
  • ✓Analyze sequences and infinite series to determine convergence or divergence using appropriate tests, and explain the reasoning behind each conclusion
  • ✓Construct and manipulate power series, including Taylor and Maclaurin series, to represent functions and approximate values, and evaluate the accuracy of approximations using error analysis
  • ✓Synthesize concepts from integral calculus and series to solve multi-step problems that require mathematical reasoning, correct notation, and clear justification of results
📚Major topics covered
Transcendental functions & integration foundations Substitution rule Integration by parts Trigonometric integrals & substitution Partial fractions Strategy for integration Indeterminate forms & L'Hôpital's Rule Improper integrals & convergence Areas between curves Volumes of solids of revolution Arc length Sequences & convergence Infinite series & divergence tests Integral, comparison & alternating series tests Ratio & root tests Power series & radius of convergence Taylor & Maclaurin series Taylor polynomials & error analysis
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Pathways College's registrar. Pathways applies the equivalency: General Elective (Pathways).

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Calculus 2 — two ways to enroll.

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Tuition saved vs Pathways' per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $206, Pathways' published tuition per credit (pathwayscollege.edu, 13 Oct 2026). Pathways' Registrar makes the final credit award.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Calculus 2 → Pathways.

📚 About Calculus 2
What is Calculus 2?
Calculus 2 is a college-level STEM course building quantitative and analytical skills. It is Maths 265 — 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 Elective (Pathways) at Pathways
What does 'Elective credit' mean at Pathways College?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a Pathways degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every Pathways degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my Pathways degree?
Pathways's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check Pathways's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Calculus 2 for Pathways electives even though it's a mathematics course?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Pathways College lists UPI Study's Calculus 2 as General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways, whatever its subject area. The credit posts to your Pathways transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at Pathways?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). Pathways doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your Pathways degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to Pathways
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Pathways degree?
Pathways College accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 69 UPI Study courses are recognized by Pathways under the Pathways College–UPI Study articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Pathways.
Do I need to enroll at Pathways first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Pathways enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Pathways when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Pathways?
Once you complete Calculus 2, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Pathways College. Pathways's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (General Elective (Pathways)) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Calculus 2 for your Pathways credit.

What is Calculus 2?

Calculus 2 is the next step after introductory calculus, focused on techniques for evaluating integrals and using them to solve more advanced problems. It also introduces sequences, infinite series, and power series, which are ways of representing and approximating functions. In practical terms, the course asks you to choose the right method for a problem and explain why it works.

How the course teaches you

Calculus 2 (Maths 265) is a self-paced online course built on video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade combines 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam, so steady work across the term matters as much as the exam. When you complete the course and earn the 4 credits, that transcript entry is what Pathways College recognizes as a General Elective (Pathways) equivalency.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course teaches you to pick an integration method, such as substitution, integration by parts, trigonometric methods, or partial fractions, and to explain why that method fits the problem. That habit of justifying a choice carries into technical and analytical work, from modeling costs and rates to reading quantitative reports. At Pathways, these 4 credits count toward the total hours and elective requirements of programs such as an Associate degree or a Bachelor of Arts, so the skills and the degree progress arrive together.

Skills you walk away with

Choose and apply integration methods such as substitution, parts, trigonometric integrals, and partial fractionsUse L'Hôpital's Rule and limit analysis to evaluate indeterminate formsTest improper integrals and determine convergenceFind areas between curves and volumes of solids of revolutionAnalyze sequences and infinite series for convergence or divergenceConstruct Taylor and Maclaurin series and estimate approximation errorWrite clear mathematical justifications using correct notation

Taking this course toward Pathways

After you finish Calculus 2, UPI Study sends your transcript to Pathways College. The Pathways registrar then applies the course as a General Elective (Pathways), an elective equivalency that counts toward your total credit hours and elective requirements. Because the credit is elective rather than a named course equivalent, it fills open elective space in your degree plan rather than replacing a specific Pathways course. Pathways accepts up to 90 transfer credits, which is 75% of a degree, so this credit counts toward that ceiling.

Who this course is for

This course suits students who already finished introductory calculus and want to keep a Pathways degree on track without repeating material they have covered. Working adults returning to school and students closing out a degree often find it useful, since the 4 credits fill elective space rather than a required major slot. Keep in mind that transfer credit at Pathways is capped at 90 credits, or 75%, so this course is one part of a larger plan. It is not a good fit for anyone who has not yet completed introductory calculus, or who needs a calculus credit to satisfy a specific required course, because this credit is recognized as a general elective.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Pathways.

Pathways College signed an articulation agreement with UPI Study (July 2025): 17 named course equivalents, plus elective credit for other UPI Study courses not used for general education or the major, up to 48 credits.

What the agreement says
✓17 named Pathways course equivalents
✓Up to 48 UPI Study elective credits
✓Up to 90 transfer credits toward a bachelor's
✓Exceptions reviewed by the Registrar and CAO
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer into a bachelor's (75%)
$206
Pathways tuition per credit

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Pathways College's Registrar reviews and grants transfer credit under Pathways' policies.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 4 credits to Pathways College.