American Studies, A.S. (American Studies)

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This program of study serves as a foundation for those students who need a broad, diverse liberal education, with the ultimate goal of transfer to another higher education institution. Students typically enter this degree with the intent of majoring in Interdisciplinary Programs at the transfer institution.

Degree: Associate of Science

Emphasis: American Studies

General Education Requirements (41 hours)

Communication (9 hours)

Humanities and/or Fine Arts (9 hours)

ENGL 2110♦ - American Literature I
PHIL 2210 - Religions and Cultures
Approved Humanities General Education elective^1,33 credits

History (6 hours)

Approved History General Education electives²6 credits

Behavioral/Social Sciences (6 hours)

Mathematics (3 hours)

Approved Mathematics General Education elective (3 hours)

^1,3See note below. Select from:

Natural Science (8 hours)

Approved Natural Science w/Lab General Education electives¹8 credits

Area of Emphasis Requirements (19 hours)

Electives (3 hours)

³See note below. Select from:

Behavioral/Social Science
PHED Activity

Total Credit Hours 60

¹ General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program .

² See senior institution for history requirements.

³ Students should consult a faculty advisor to determine appropriate course selections transferable to specific institutions.

Note(s):

Students are required to meet computer competency during the first 30 hours of coursework. CPSC 1100 satisfies the college’s computer competency requirement.
High school deficiencies must be removed prior to graduation; developmental education courses must be taken every semester until completed.