Two-year Degree Options

Associate Degree: A two-year degree normally granted by a community or two-year college. There are five types of Associate Degrees:

• Associate of Science (AS): A two-year degree that is designed for transfer to a senior institution. This degree is for students interested in a baccalaureate degree in the areas of science, computer science, mathematics, engineering, and pre-med.
• Associate of Arts (AA): A two-year degree that is designed for transfer to a senior institution. This degree is for students intending to pursue a liberal arts major.
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS); Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN): A two-year degree that is not intended for transfer to a senior (four-year) institution, but many do transfer through Articulation Agreements to certain institutions or specific majors. The key is to know your transfer possibilities before you enroll in a program. Students interested in gaining specific skills necessary for the work force should pursue this degree option.
• Associate of Fine Arts (AFA): A two-year degree that is designed for transfer to a senior institution. The AFA degree is designed for students who would like to pursue careers in music, drama, or art. (At present, not part of the CAA.)
• Associate in General Education (AGE): A two-year degree that is not intended for transfer to a senior (four-year) institution. Students interested in gaining specific skills necessary for the work force should pursue this degree option.