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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
60
Next Start Date
Any Time

Learning Objectives

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.

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 prerequisite courses may be required.

Online AA

Black Hawk College offers an Associate in Arts degree (AA) that is completed exclusively online.

The AA degree is widely accepted by transfer schools. Academic advisors work closely with students and four-year colleges and universities to choose suitable courses.

Other Benefits

  • No on-campus requirements
  • Dedicated online advisor
  • Eight-week classes
  • Special orientation services
  • Student services/resources all online

Frequently Asked Questions about the Associate in Arts

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 sample transfer plans for specific majors. Students interested in other colleges or universities should contact the transfer institution or a BHC advisor. Transfer agreements between Black Hawk and specific institutions are also available in the Transfer Finder.

How can I plan my degree?

Before 2020, please refer to the respective BHC catalog. In the event of conflicting information between a worksheet and respective catalog, the catalog prevails.

 

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Contact

Quad-Cities Campus

309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000

East Campus

309-854-1724