Associate in Applied Science
Jefferson State Community College
Students at Jefferson State may earn one of three associate degrees – associate in arts, associate in science, or associate in applied science – by completing one of the Jefferson State degree plans. Within each degree plan is a core of courses designed to provide general skills and broaden the students’ perspectives.
Credits
60 credits
Format
In-Person
Credentials this program stacks toward
No program pathways.
Detailed information about this program
The associate in applied science degree is awarded to students who complete the requirements of a specific career or professional program outlined in this catalog. These programs may contain no less than 60 and no more than 76 semester hours. Of the total hours in a program, 35-40 percent must be courses chosen to ensure competency in reading, writing, oral communication, computers, and fundamental mathematics and to satisfy Jefferson State core requirements. The remaining hours must be taken in the specific area of concentration and may include related courses and electives. This area of concentration must include 15 semester hours of coursework, with appropriate prerequisites, above the level of elementary courses. In addition, coursework in the area of concentration must follow an orderly, identifiable sequence. All associate in applied science degrees will contain the following General Education core requirements. Not all courses listed will satisfy these requirements in all programs; courses should be selected to ensure that they meet the requirements of an approved program.
Note: Courses satisfying Areas I-IV are noted in the “Course Descriptions” and “Career Programs” sections of the Catalog and Student Handbook.
What you need to earn this credential
No requirements listed.
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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