Associate Degree Options and Requirements

Jackson College offers four types of associate degrees. Each degree includes general education courses as well as specific program courses. Students should select an associate degree based on their plan of study or career goal. A Seminar in Life Pathways (SEM 140) course, a gateway to Jackson College, will be required of all students, with the exception of some second-admit programs.

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA) & ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS)
Students intending to transfer to another college or university usually select one of these degree programs. Students choose from courses that prepare them for a variety of professions and academic disciplines. Note: Students are not required to earn a degree prior to transferring but may transfer credits back to Jackson College to complete graduation requirements.

ASSOCIATE IN GENERAL STUDIES (AGS)
This degree is for students who want to plan their own program of study not defined by a specific job or career. The degree’s flexibility allows the creation of a unique learning experience, such as combining the student’s Jackson College experience with other academic institutions or community organizations, to prepare for or create a specialized career option.

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS)
This degree prepares students for entry into a technical or skilled occupational career immediately following Jackson College.