Liberal Arts, A.A.

The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts is ideal for students, who seek a broad-based education, plan to continue their education at four-year institutions, want to increase their opportunities for career advancement, and/or desire some flexibility in course selection to suit their specific needs and interests. The skills and competencies mastered in the liberal arts degree are applicable to a variety of careers. The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts sets students on a path to gain the skills most valued by employers. According to a wide variety of sources - including the US Departments of Labor and Education, the American Association of Colleges and Universities, and major corporations - to be successful in the world of work, potential employees must be able to communicate clearly, work with others, think critically, and appreciate diversity. All these skills can be attained through the Liberal Arts degree’s coursework.