UPI Study Colleges University of Arkansas Grantham Intro to Biology 1
University of Arkansas Grantham Transfer Credit · Biology 100

Biology Elective (100 Level) at UAG.

Earn this University of Arkansas Grantham equivalency through UPI Study's Intro to Biology 1 — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Intro to Biology 1 — transfers as Biology Elective (100 Level) at University of Arkansas Grantham
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Intro to Biology 1
Biology 100 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of Arkansas Grantham recognizes as
Biology Elective (100 Level)
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: BIO1**
DEAC accredited since 1961 · Transcript sent directly to University of Arkansas Grantham
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UAG
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of intro to biology 1, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Recognize the hierarchical organization of life and describe key characteristics of living organisms to establish a foundation in biological science
  • Explain the structure and function of biological macromolecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids
  • Apply the scientific method to design experiments and investigate biological processes and phenomena
  • Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, analyzing their structural differences and functional adaptations
  • Create models of cellular processes such as cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and the cell cycle, and evaluate ethical considerations related to modern biological technologies like genetic engineering and conservation
📚Major topics covered
The study of life & scientific method Chemical foundations of life Biological macromolecules Cell structure & function Plasma membrane & transport Metabolism, ATP & enzymes Cellular respiration & photosynthesis Cell communication & reproduction Fundamentals of genetics Modern understandings of inheritance DNA structure & function Genes, proteins & gene expression Biotechnology & genomics Evolution & population genetics Phylogenies & biodiversity
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% 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 University of Arkansas Grantham's registrar. UAG applies the equivalency: Biology Elective (100 Level).

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

Savings = credits × $305 (UAG's per-credit tuition). UAG credit awards are subject to UAG review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Intro to Biology 1 → UAG.

📚 About Intro to Biology 1
What is Intro to Biology 1?
Intro to Biology 1 is a college-level STEM course building quantitative and analytical skills. It is Biology 100 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & 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 ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 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: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & 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 ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About Biology Elective (100 Level) at UAG
What does 'Elective credit' mean at University of Arkansas Grantham?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a UAG degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every UAG 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 UAG degree?
UAG'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 UAG's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Intro to Biology 1 for UAG electives even though it's a science course?
Yes. The Articulation Agreement explicitly recognizes UPI Study's Intro to Biology 1 as elective credit at UAG, regardless of subject area. UAG accepts transfer credit across disciplines as long as the credit comes from an approved provider with NCCRS or ACE recommendations.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at UAG?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). UAG 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 UAG 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 UAG
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UAG degree?
University of Arkansas Grantham accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 66 UPI Study courses are recognized by UAG under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UAG.
Do I need to enroll at UAG first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UAG enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UAG when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UAG?
Once you complete Intro to Biology 1, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of Arkansas Grantham. UAG's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Biology Elective (100 Level)) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Intro to Biology 1 for your UAG credit.

What is Intro to Biology 1?

Intro to Biology 1 is an introduction to how living things are built, how they work, and how scientists study them. It covers the basic chemistry of life, cells, energy use, genetics, and the processes that allow organisms to grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment.

How the course teaches you

Intro to Biology 1 is delivered in a self-paced online format with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam weighted 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. As you complete the course, the work appears on your transcript and can be sent to University of Arkansas Grantham for review. At UAG, approved transfer credit for this course is applied as Biology Elective (100 Level), which counts toward total credit hours and elective requirements.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical understanding of cells, genetics, energy use, and how scientists test ideas, which can help in any program where you need general science credit rather than a major-specific lab sequence. At University of Arkansas Grantham, that credit lands as Biology Elective (100 Level), so it can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Applied Science or the Bachelor of Business Administration. For students balancing work and school, this kind of elective credit can free up room later in the degree plan.

Skills you walk away with

Identify levels of biological organization and characteristics of living thingsExplain the structure and function of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acidsUse the scientific method to design a simple biological investigationCompare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cellsModel cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and the cell cycleDescribe basic patterns of inheritance and modern geneticsEvaluate ethical issues in genetic engineering and conservation

Taking this course toward UAG

After you finish, the transcript is sent for University of Arkansas Grantham's course-by-course review. If the coursework and grade meet UAG's transfer rules, the registrar applies it as Biology Elective (100 Level), and UAG awards transfer credit for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better. Because this is an elective equivalency, it counts toward total credit hours and elective requirements in your degree plan, which can help you move through programs like the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration. UAG allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of a degree, so this course should be considered within that overall ceiling.

Who this course is for

This course is a fit for students who want a biology credit that UAG will treat as an elective rather than a direct major requirement. It is often useful for degree-completion students, career changers, and others who need to build toward UAG's 90-credit transfer maximum without taking a course that must match a specific biology sequence. It is not the best choice if your program requires a lower-division biology course with a more exact subject match than Biology Elective (100 Level).

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UAG.

University of Arkansas Grantham, part of the University of Arkansas System, has been DEAC-accredited since 1961 and accepts ACE-recommended credit. Transfer credit is awarded course-by-course for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better.

What UA Grantham offers UPI students
Accepts ACE credit recommendations
New laptop provided at no cost
Purple Heart University · military Heroes Program
Part of the University of Arkansas System
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an undergraduate degree
1961
DEAC-accredited since

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to University of Arkansas Grantham.