Area of Study

General Education
Complete the first two years of a Bachelor degree and explore different areas of study.

Associate of Arts Degree

The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree program is a two-year academic degree (limited to 60 credits) designed to transfer to 4-year institutions. It generally equates to the first two years of a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. Depending on their educational goals, students choose from:

  • An Associate of Arts without designation which is designed to transfer into liberal arts programs
  • An Associate of Arts degree with a program designation which is designed to transfer into a specific four-year program.

 

You want this degree if: You are going into education, social work, or business. This is also a good degree if you’re not sure what you want to do or want to explore a variety of topics.

Business

Associate of ARTS Degree

Communication

Associate of ARTS Degree

Criminal Justice

Associate of ARTS Degree

Early Childhood Teacher Education

Associate of Arts Degree

Economics

Associate of Arts Degree

Elementary Teacher Education

Associate of Arts Degree

English

Associate of Arts Degree

History

Associate of Arts Degree

Philosophy

Associate of Arts Degree

Political Science

Associate of Arts Degree

Psychology

Associate of Arts Degree

Sociology

Associate of Arts Degree

Associate of General Studies Degree

This degree is designed to meet individual career goals with no intent of transferring to Bachelor degree programs.  This is perfect if you’re looking to get a promotion at your job or want a degree tailored to you and your interests. This degree can also transfer to a Bachelor degree program under certain circumstances.

It’s best to meet with an advisor to see if this option is for you!

 

You want this degree if: You want a degree designed around your goals and interests and do NOT intend to transfer to a four-year school.

Associate of Science Degree

The A.S. is a two-year academic degree designed to transfer to a four-year degree program.

  • Associate of Science without designation is designed to transfer into math and science degree programs.
  • Associate of Science degree with a program designation is designed to transfer into a specific four-year program.

 

You want this degree if: You want to go into a medical, pharmacology, or engineering program at a four-year institution.

Agriculture Business

Associate of Science Degree

Animal Science

Associate of Science Degree

Biology

Associate of Science Degree

Geology

Associate of Science Degree

Mathematics

Associate of Science Degree

Physics

Associate of Science Degree

Psychology

Associate of Science Degree

Soil and Crop Science

Associate of Science Degree

Careers & Salaries

Position Median
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers $67,950
Entrepreneurs $72,072
Pharmacists $126,120
Social Workers $49,470