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GENERAL STUDIES

Division Dean:
Dr. Douglas Peck
330-494-6170
Ext. 4234
Room #: E208

Admissions Department
Wally Hoffer
330-966-5450

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Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
 * Offered
jointly with Kent State University
  •
Associate of Arts: Fine Arts – Art Track *
  • Associate of Arts: Fine Arts – Music Track *
  • Associate of Arts: General Studies Track *
  • Associate of Arts: Information Technology Track *
  • Associate of Arts: Math/Science Track *

Students who are undecided about a career path, or who have accumulated college credit hours, will find the associate of arts degree (A.A.) an exciting degree program. Awarded jointly with Kent State University-Stark Campus, this degree is intended to position students for successful employment or more focused study at the baccalaureate level.

Specifically designed to promote higher educational attainment and the establishment of successful careers, the A.A. opens a multitude of pathways for graduates to pursue a baccalaureate degree in virtually any area of study.

In particular, associate of arts degree graduates can make a seamless transition to B.A. programs at Kent State University-Stark Campus, thanks to a special partnership between the two institutions.
 

“If students are undecided about their career paths, this is the degree for them.”

– Dr. John O’Donnell
   President, Stark State College

Candidates for the associate of arts degree can select from five options or tracks:

  • Associate of Arts General Studies Track
  • Associate of Arts Fine Arts – Art Track
  • Associate of Arts Fine Arts – Music Track
  • Associate of Arts Info Tech Track
  • Associate of Arts Math Science Track
“This joint degree represents a milestone event in the College’s history.”

– Dr. Douglas Peck
Dean, General Studies
and Public Services Technology

A total of 60 hours is required for completion of the degree and depending upon the selected track, students will choose classes from English, mathematics, arts and humanities, social sciences and basic sciences. Included in the total are 24 hours of electives.

For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions/Student Services.

 
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