Associate inArts

Why Associate in Arts

The Associate in Arts degree (AA) provides a framework for equipping students who want to transfer and who wish to earn an associate degree from Black Hawk College. The AA is suitable for students who are selecting courses appropriate for their major at a specific four-year college or university, or who are deciding which major to pursue.

The first two years of a baccalaureate degree at a four-year college or university are devoted primarily to a general education core curriculum and a small number of introductory courses for a specific transfer major. Transfer students can complete these types of courses at BHC within the AA degree with the goal of arriving at the transfer school well prepared for their major.

Locations

East Campus

Quad-Cities Campus

Formats

On-campus

Online

Number of Credits

Next Start Date

Any Time

Associate in Arts Courses

Communication	3 courses
Humanities & Fine Arts	3 courses
Social & Behavioral Sciences	3 courses
Mathematics	1 course
Physical & Life Sciences	2 courses including lab
Elective Courses	Approximately 8 courses: up to 23 credits
Non-Western Studies Course	1 course (may be satisfied by choosing a designated non-western Humanities, Fine Arts, or Social & Behavioral Sciences course)
Total Credits: 60 100- or 200- level courses count	Approximately 20 courses additional pre-requisite courses may be required

Frequently Asked Questions about the Associate in Arts

What will I learn in this program?

Students completing the Associates in Arts degree will be able to:

Apply scientific thinking skills through the study of physical and life sciences
Apply quantitative skills through the study of mathematics
Apply communication skills through the study of speech and writing
Evaluate human experiences through the study of the humanities and fine arts
Develop an appreciation of human continuity, diversity and change through the study of social and behavioral sciences

Is this program accepted by transfer schools?

The AA degree is widely accepted by transfer schools. Academic advisors work closely with students and the four-year colleges and universities to choose suitable courses. Students may begin their transfer planning by reviewing Transfer Guides & Agreements. Students interested in other colleges or universities should contact the transfer institution or a BHC advisor.

How can I plan my degree?