Degree / Certificate Programs

Arts and Sciences Degrees

Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS)

These two degrees are designed for students who wish to transfer into a bachelor's degree program, with junior standing,

The Associate of Arts (AA)

Will provide students with the courses of study in the arts, humanities, social or behavioral science, or one of the professional fields with such disciplines at its base.

Associate of Science (AS)

The Associate of Science (AS) will provide students with courses in one of the mathematical, biological, physical sciences, or one of the professional fields with such disciplines at its base.

Associate of General Studies (AGS)

The Associate of General Studies degree curriculum is designed for students who want to complete a broad program of both career transfer courses without the constraints of specialization or for those students desiring a specific mix of career and traditional transfer courses. Transferability of the Associate of General Studies degree depends upon the courses taken and the receiving institution.

The Associate of General Studies degree program requires a minimum of 32 semester hours of general education courses including 25 of these semester hours in prescribed general education courses. No more than 28 semester hours of course work may be taken in Career & Technical Education courses.

Career and Technical Degrees

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

This degree, with occupational field specified, is designed to prepare individuals to enter skilled and/or a professional occupations or to upgrade/stabilize their employment. These degree programs are not intended for transfer to bachelor's degree programs; however, certain courses may be accepted toward a bachelor's degree at some institutions. The required general education component for the Associate of Applied Science degree is a minimum of 15 semester hours.