Liberal Arts (A.A.)

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Program Overview

Liberal Arts (A.A.)

This program is eligble for MassTransfer.

The goal of ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½'s (BCC) Liberal Arts program is to develop students' foundational knowledge and skills through a wide variety of academic disciplines, preparing them for a successful transfer to a four-year institution, lucrative opportunities in the workforce, and informed engagement in their communities. Through the study of subjects like history, science, languages, mathematics, and the arts, this program fosters independently motivated, complex thinkers who are able to affect positive change in the overlapping contexts of community, politics, family life, the workplace and society.

If you are a student who:

  • Wants to prepare for an ever-changing job market: The Liberal Arts program gives you transferable skills that employers value across many fields.
  • Plans to transfer to a four-year institution: Our program gives you the flexibility to explore your options, focus your interests, and gain foundational knowledge in a wide range of disciplines.
  • Is interested in creating social and political change in your community: The program gives you the theoretical, historical, civic and social knowledge to impact community life.
  • Isn't sure about a specific career path: This program provides you with a solid foundation and time to explore courses in the arts and sciences.
  • Appreciates interdisciplinary learning: The program provides you with a framework for developing connections between a wide range of fields.

Transfer Agreements

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Fully Online Option

Contact Us

Contact Nell McCabe, Program Advisor, for details!
nmccabe@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-4649

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  • Suggested Full-Time Schedule

    Semester 1

    • Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • Composition I
    • World History to 1500
    • Mathematics
    • Natural / Physical Lab Science

    Semester 2

    • Composition II
    • World History since 1500
    • Behavioral / Social Science
    • Natural / Physical Science (no Lab)
    • Elective
    • Environmental Awareness (1-credit)

    Semester 3

    • Literature
    • Communication
    • Behavioral/Social Science
    • Elective
    • Elective

    Semester 4

    • Liberal Arts Capstone
    • Literature
    • Humanities/Fine Arts
    • Elective
    • Elective
    • Health Fitness (2 credits or 30 hours)
  • Suggested Part-time Schedule

    Semester 1

    • Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • World History to 1500

    Semester 2

    • Composition I
    • Mathematics

    Semester 3

    • Composition II
    • World History since 1500

    Semester 4

    • Natural/Physical Lab Science
    • Communication

    Semester 5

    • Literature
    • Elective

    Semester 6

    • Behavioral/Social Science
    • Natural/Physical Science (no Lab)

    Semester 7

    • Literature
    • Elective
    • Health Fitness (1 credit or 15 hours)

    Semester 8

    • Behavioral / Social Science
    • Elective
    • Health Fitness (1 credit or 15 hours)

    Semester 9

    • Humanities/Fine Arts
    • Elective
    • Environmental Awareness (1-credit)

    Semester 10

    • Liberal Arts Capstone
    • Elective
  • Online Degree Pathway

    Courses listed below are frequently offered in a fully online format. While most online courses are fully asynchronous, some may require a limited number of synchronous meetings; review individual section syllabus or contact instructor for more details.

    This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Requirements and Recommended Courses

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Available Online Pathway Courses Alternatives Available Semesters Offered
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone*
    No Fall/Spring
    Composition 6 ENG-101: Composition I
    ENG-102: Composition II*
    Yes All
    Mathematics 3 MAT-102: College Algebra
    MAT-113: Introductory Topics in Math
    MAT-123: Introduction to Statistics
    Yes All
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    No All
    Communications 3 COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    COM-105: Introduction to Oral Communication
    COM-107: Oral Communication in Business
    COM-108: Communication of the Mass Media
    Yes All
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 FAS-171: Pre-Renaissance Art History
    FAS-172: Renaissance to Modern Art
    HUM-121: Introduction to Humanities
    MUS-110: American Popular Music
    MUS-145: World Music
    PHL-102: Introduction to Philosophy
    THR-101: Introduction to Theatre
    THR-106: Fundamentals of Theatre Design
    THR-111: History of Theatre and Drama I
    Yes All, Intersession
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 GEO-125: World Geography
    GOV-105: US Government
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    PSY-204: Human Growth and Development*
    PSY-207: Social Psychology*
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    SOC-136: Sociology of the Family
    SOC-219: Gender and Justice*
    Yes All
    Natural/Physical Science
    (no lab)
    3 BIO-175: Brain, Mind, and Behavior
    CHM-110: Chemistry in Your Life
    Yes All
    Natural/Physical Lab Science 4 SCI-114: Introduction to Forensic Science (+SCI-114L) Yes Fall/Spring
    Environmental Awareness 1 ENV-127: Environmental Awareness No Fall/Spring
    Literature* 6 ENG-215: Introduction to Literature
    ENG-217: Women's World Literature
    ENG-245: Modern Fiction
    ENG-255: Multi-Ethnic American Literature
    ENG-297T: Science Fiction
    Yes All
    Additional Electives 15 BUS-107: Fundamentals of Business
    BUS-139: Personal Finance: Money Management
    CIS-102: Fundamental Computer Literacy
    ECO-211: Principles of Microeconomics
    ECO-212: Principles of Macroeconomics
    HIS-118: US History Since 1865
    HIS-238: History of the Holocaust
    PSY-210: Psychology of the Mass Media*
    Yes All
    Health Fitness
    (2 credits or 30 hours)
      AHS-103: Nutritional Awareness (1 credit)
    PSY-122: Women and Self Esteem (1 credit)
    PSY-127: Developing Resiliency (1 credit)
    Log 15-hours at any gym (1 credit)
    Log 15-hours at BCC gym (1 credit)
    Log 30 hours at BCC gym (2 credits)
    Yes Fall/Spring
    Total Credits 62  
  • Expected Program Outcomes

    Information Literacy

    • Navigate rapidly growing information environment through use of digital technology, purpose-driven inquiry, and research.
    • Locate, evaluate, and effectively use information from a broad range of discipline-appropriate sources.

    Scientific Literacy

    • Comprehend, interpret, and present scientific data and draw conclusions based on scientific reasoning and evidence.
    • Engage in lab and field work to understand experimental design and analyze and interpret data.
    • Develop environmental awareness through an understanding of our place in nature as a species, our effect on the environment and the renewable and non-renewable resources we rely on, and the ecological services we need to protect.

    Critical, Creative, and Strategic Thinking

    • Form relevant, focused, grounded, and challenging questions that guide academic inquiry.
    • Consider, analyze, synthesize, and respond to diverse viewpoints in a variety of academic settings.
    • Develop innovative strategies for problem solving using original and predictive thinking.
    • Work independently and collaboratively to solve problems.
    • Extrapolate from known material to predict outcomes and create scenarios.

    Quantitative Reasoning

    • Use and develop formulas to analyze data in a variety of fields and real world situations.
    • Translate English into mathematical expressions, equations, and inequalities.
    • Solve equations for an unknown quantity in order to understand complex situations.
    • Analyze and interpret the relationships among data sets via graphs, tables, and equations.

    Written and Oral Communication

    • Write with clarity and purpose, demonstrating an awareness for rhetorical context and audience.
    • Present clearly reasoned and persuasive academic arguments with effective use of evidence in a variety of discipline-specific formats.
    • Effectively and constructively communicate ideas in individual, small, and large group settings.

    Global Awareness and Historical Context

    • Demonstrate knowledge of world cultures and histories.
    • Cultivate familiarity with major artistic, philosophical, and literary movements throughout history.
    • Understand roots and causes of contemporary issues and cultural and social structures.
    • Develop a sense of personal awareness in the context of historical movements and structures and their influence on contemporary life.
    • Develop an awareness and understanding of community needs and problems, both locally and globally.
    • Develop a foundational understanding of physical, emotional, psychological, and intellectual wellness.
  • Job Growth and Wages

    According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), students who major in Liberal Arts reported a median starting salary of $41,800, with potential job titles including fundraiser, editor, secondary school teacher, public relations specialist, human resources manager, broadcaster, writer, and many more.

    Transfer Schools

    • MCLA (Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts)
    • Westfield State University
    • University of Massachusetts at Amherst
    • Mildred Elly School
    • University of Massachusetts at Lowell
    • Elms College
    • University of Colorado Denver
    • Amherst College
    • University of Vermont and State
    • Agricultural College
    • Williams College
    • Keene State College
    • Smith College
    • Mount Holyoke College
    • Northeastern University
    • New York University
    • Salve Regina University
    • Cornell University
    • Wentworth Institute of Technology
    • Michigan State University
    • Fordham University
    • Haverford College
    • Clark University
    • Warren Wilson College
    • Oberlin College
    • The New School
    • University of Oregon
    • University of Michigan-Law
    • Massachusetts College of Art

    Transfer Degrees

    • Anthropology
    • Area Studies
    • Behavioral and Social Sciences
    • Communications
    • Economics
    • Education
    • English
    • Foreign Languages
    • General Studies
    • Liberal Arts
    • Geography
    • Geology
    • History
    • Linguistics
    • Mathematics
    • Media
    • Music
    • Nursing
    • Peace Studies
    • Philosophy
    • Physical Education
    • Physics
    • Psychology
    • Radio and Television
    • SciencevTheatre Arts

Pathways

  • Arts and Humanities Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are the kind of student interested in exploring arts, humanities, and other creative endeavors while building an educational foundation for further study in the liberal arts and sciences. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Arts and Humanities Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Mathematics
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Humanities and Fine Arts 15 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • Gen Ed-Mathematics
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 2
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 3
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 4
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • Gen Ed-Humanities

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 2
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 3
    • Gen Ed-Mathematics
    • HUM-121: Introduction to Humanities
    Semester 4
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Semester 6
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 7
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 8
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Semester 9
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 10

    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone

    Gen Ed-Humanities

  • Communications Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to a communications program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Communications Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Mathematics
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 9 COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    COM-105: Introduction to Oral Communication
    COM-108: Communication of the Mass Media
    Communications Electives 6 COM-106: Oral Interpretation of Literature
    COM-107: Introduction to Oral Communication in Business
    HUM-136: Conversational American Sign Language I
    HUM-218: Conversational American Sign Language II
    SPA-101: Introductory Spanish I
    SPA-102: Introductory Spanish II
    THR-233: Movement for Actors
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 HUM-233: Film as Art
    Social/Behavioral Science 9 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Mathematics
    • COM-105: Introduction to Oral Communication
    Semester 2
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-English Comp
    • COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500 Communications Elective
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 3
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • COM-108: Communication of the Mass Media
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 4
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    • HUM-233: Film as Art
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Literature
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Natural Science Communications Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • COM-105: Introduction to Oral Communication
    Semester 2
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • COM-104: Intro to Interpersonal Communication
    Semester 3
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Mathematics
    Semester 4
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    • HUM-233: Film as Art
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 6
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • COM-108: Communication of the Mass Media
    Semester 7
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 8
    • Communications Elective
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 9
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • Course Type: Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 10
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone Communications Elective
  • English Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to a literature or creative writing program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed English Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Mathematics
    World History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature Surveys 6 ENG-225: World Literature to 1650
    ENG-226: World Literature since 1650
    ENG-231: American Literature to 1865
    ENG-232: American Literature since 1865
    ENG-241: British Literature I
    ENG-242: British Literature II
    English Electives 15 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature and/or ENG-143: Studies in Creative Writing
    ENG-223: Creative Writing: Poetry Workshop
    ENG-246: Creative Writing: Fiction Workshop ENG-263: Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction Workshop
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • Gen Ed-Mathematics English Elective
    Semester 2
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • English Elective
    Semester 3
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • Literature Survey
    • English Elective
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 4
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • Literature Survey
    • English Elective
    • English Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    Semester 2
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 3
    • English Elective
    • Gen Ed-Mathematics
    Semester 4
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    • Literature Survey
    Semester 5
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • English Elective
    Semester 6
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 7
    • English Elective
    • Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 8
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    • English Elective
    Semester 9
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • English Elective
    Semester 10
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    • Literature Survey
  • Economics Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to an economics program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Economics Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 14 MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    MAT-102: College Algebra
    MAT-121: Precalculus
    MAT-151: Calculus I
    Economics 6 ECO-211: Principles of Microeconomics
    ECO-212: Principles of Macroeconomics
    Economics Electives 4 SPA-101: Spanish I (4 credits)
    GEO-125: World Geography (3 credits)
    GOV-105: US Government (3 credits)
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology (3 credits)
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology (3 credits)
    PSY-127: Developing Resiliency (1 credit)
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    • ECO-211: Principles of Microeconomics
    Semester 2
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    • MAT-102: College Algebra
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 3
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • MAT-121: Precalculus
    • ECO-112: Principles of Macroeconomics
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 4
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    • MAT-151: Calculus I Gen Ed-Literature
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • Economics Elective(s) (4 credits)

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    • LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    • ECO-211: Principles of Microeconomics
    Semester 2
    • ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    • MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Semester 3
    • Gen Ed-English Comp
    • MAT-102: College Algebra
    Semester 4
    • HIS-121: World History to 1500
    • Gen Ed-Communication
    Semester 5
    • HIS-122: World History since 1500
    • MAT-121: Precalculus
    Semester 6
    • Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    • Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 7
    • ECO-112: Principles of Macroeconomics
    • Economics Elective
    Semester 8
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    • MAT-151: Calculus I
    Semester 9
    • Gen Ed-Natural Science
    • Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 10
    • LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    • Economics Elective
  • Global and Cultural Awareness Pathway
    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in learning about cultures around the world while building an educational foundation for further study in the liberal arts and sciences. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Global and Cultural Awareness Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    World History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    Global Awareness 15 ENG-217: Global Women’s Literature
    ENG-255: Multi-Ethnic American Literature
    FAS-171: Pre-Renaissance Art History
    FAS-172: Renaissance to Modern Art
    HIS-137: History of the Holocaust
    HIS-238: The Road to Civil Rights
    MUS-145: World Music
    SOC-208: Contemporary Social Problems
    SOC-216: Racial and Ethnic Minorities
    SOC-234: Urban Sociology
    SOC-236: The Sociology of Globalization
    SPA-101: Introductory Spanish I
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 GEO-125: World Geography
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature 6 ENG-225: World Literature to 1650
    ENG-226: World Literature since 1650
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Global Awareness
    Semester 2
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    HUM-121: Introduction to Humanities
    Global Awareness
    Semester 3
    GEO-125: World Geography
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    ENG-225: World Literature to 1650
    COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    Global Awareness
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    ENG-226: World Literature since 1650
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Global Awareness
    Global Awareness

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    Semester 2
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Global Awareness
    Semester 3
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HUM-121: Introduction to Humanities
    Semester 4
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Global Awareness
    Semester 6
    GEO-125: World Geography
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Semester 7
    ENG-225: World Literature to 1650 Global Awareness
    Semester 8
    COM-104: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
    ENG-226: World Literature since 1650
    Semester 9
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Global Awareness
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Global Awareness  
  • History Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to a history program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed History Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    World History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    United States History 6 HIS-117: United States History to 1877
    HIS-118: United States History since 1865
    History Electives 9 FAS-171: Pre-Renaissance Art History
    FAS-172: Renaissance to Modern Art
    HIS-137: History of the Holocaust
    HIS-238: The Road to Civil Rights
    HIS-241 Conspiracy Theories in American History
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 GEO-125: World Geography
    GOV-105: US Government
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    SOC-136: Sociology of the Family
    SOC-216: Racial and Ethnic Minorities
    SOC-219: Gender and Justice
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Semester 2
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Gen Ed-Communication
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 3
    HIS-117: United States History to 1877
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    History Elective
    History Elective
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    HIS-118: United States History Since 1865
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    History Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 2
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Semester 3
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Semester 4
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-117: United States History to 1877
    Semester 5
    HIS-118: United States History Since 1865
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Semester 6
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Semester 7
    Gen Ed-Literature
    History Elective
    Semester 8
    Gen Ed-Communication
    History Elective
    Semester 9
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    History Elective
  • Fully Online Program Option

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Courses listed below are frequently offered in a fully online format. While most online courses are fully asynchronous, some may require a limited number of synchronous meetings; review individual section syllabus or contact instructor for more details.

    This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Courses Frequently Offered Online
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 ENG-101: Composition I
    ENG-102: Composition II
    Mathematics 3 MAT-102: College Algebra
    MAT-113: Introductory Topics in Math
    MAT-123: Introduction to Statistics
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 FAS-171: Pre-Renaissance Art History
    FAS-172: Renaissance to Modern Art
    HUM-121: Introduction to Humanities
    MUS-110: American Popular Music
    MUS-145: World Music
    PHL-102: Introduction to Philosophy
    THR-101: Introduction to Theatre
    THR-106: Fundamentals of Theatre Design
    THR-111: History of Theatre and Drama I
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 GEO-125: World Geography
    GOV-105: US Government
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    PSY-204: Human Growth and Development
    PSY-207: Social Psychology
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    SOC-136: Sociology of the Family
    SOC-219: Gender and Justice
    Natural/Physical Lab Science 4 SCI-114: Introduction to Forensic Science (+SCI-114L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 BIO-175: Brain, Mind, and Behavior
    CHM-110: Chemistry in Your Life
    Environmental Awareness 1 ENV-127: Environmental Awareness
    Literature 6 ENG-215: Introduction to Literature
    ENG-217: Global Women's Literature
    ENG-245: Contemporary Fiction
    ENG-255: Multi-Ethnic American Literature
    ENG-297T: Science Fiction
    Open Electives 15 BUS-107: Fundamentals of Business
    BUS-139: Personal Finance: Money Management
    CIS-102: Fundamental Computer Literacy
    ECO-211: Principles of Microeconomics
    ECO-212: Principles of Macroeconomics
    HIS-118: US History Since 1865
    HIS-238: History of the Holocaust
    PSY-210: Psychology of the Mass Media
    Total Credits 62  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Mathematics
    Humanities and Fine Arts
    Semester 2
    ENG-102: Composition II
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Natural/Physical Science (no lab)
    Open Elective
    Semester 3
    Gen Ed-Communication
    SCI-114: Introduction to Forensic Science (+SCI-114L)
    ENV-127: Environmental Awareness
    Literature
    Open Elective
    Open Elective
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Literature
    Open Elective
    Open Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 2
    ENG-101: Composition I
    Open Elective
    Semester 3
    Mathematics
    Open Elective
    Semester 4
    ENG-102: Composition II
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    Open Elective
    Natural/Physical Science (no lab)
    Semester 6
    Natural/Physical Lab Science
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Semester 7
    Communications
    Literature
    Semester 8
    Open Elective
    Social/Behavioral Science
    Semester 9
    Open Elective
    Literature
    Health Fitness (1 credit or 15 hours)
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Open Elective
  • Open Electives Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in exploring a variety of options for your future while building an educational foundation for further study. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Open Electives Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Mathematics
    History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Social/Behavioral Science 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Open Electives 15 Any additional 15 credits of college-level coursework
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Gen Ed-Mathematics
    Open Elective
    Semester 2
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 3
    Gen Ed-Communication
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Open Elective
    Open Elective
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Open Elective
    Open Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 2
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    Open Elective
    Semester 3
    Gen Ed-Mathematics
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 4
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    Open Elective
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Semester 6
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 7
    Gen Ed-Communication
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 8
    Open Elective
    Gen Ed-Behavioral Science
    Semester 9
    Open Elective
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Open Elective
  • Psychology Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to a psychology program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may also want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Psychology Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    World History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Psychology 15 PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    PSY-204: Human Growth and Development
    PSY-206: Adolescent Psychology
    PSY-207: Social Psychology
    PSY-226: Abnormal Psychology
    Professional Electives 6 BIO-180: Biology of Sex and Gender
    PSY-208: Interviewing and Counseling
    PSY-210: Psychology of the Mass Media
    PSY-215: Psychology of War
    PSY-297: Special Topics in Psychology
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    SOC-136: Sociology of the Family
    SOC-208: Contemporary Social Problems
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 BIO-175: Brain, Mind, and Behavior
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Semester 2
    Gen Ed-Comp

    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Gen Ed-Communication
    PSY-204: Human Growth and Development
    Professional Elective
    Semester 3
    BIO-175: Brain, Mind, and Behavior
    Gen Ed-Literature
    PSY-206: Adolescent Psychology
    PSY-207: Social Psychology
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Gen Ed-Literature
    PSY-226: Abnormal Psychology
    Professional Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    PSY-107: Introductory Psychology
    Semester 2
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Semester 3
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    PSY-204: Human Growth and Development
    Semester 4
    Gen Ed-Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    BIO-175: Brain, Mind, and Behavior
    PSY-206: Adolescent Psychology
    Semester 6
    Gen Ed-Communication
    PSY-207: Social Psychology
    Semester 7
    PSY-226: Abnormal Psychology
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 8
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Professional Elective
    Semester 9
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Professional Elective
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Gen Ed-Literature
  • Sociology Pathway

    Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts

    Consider this pathway if you are interested in preparing to transfer to a sociology program at a four-year college or university. This liberal arts pathway is eligible for . As you plan your courses, you may want to check with your transfer institution to ensure all recommended courses will transfer.

    Program Requirement Credits Needed Sociology Pathway Courses
    Liberal Arts 6 LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Composition 6 Take two levels of courses listed as Gen Ed-Composition
    Mathematics 3 MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    World History 6 HIS-121: World History to 1500
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Communications 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Communication
    Sociology 3 SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Sociology Electives 9 SOC-136: Sociology of the Family
    SOC-197: Special Topics in Sociology
    SOC-208: Contemporary Social Problems
    SOC-216: Race and Ethnicity
    SOC-234: Urban Sociology: A Visual and Global Approach
    SOC-236: The Sociology of Globalization
    SOC-297: Topical Seminar in Sociology
    Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Humanities
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness) 4 BIO-109: Introductory Ecology I (+BIO-109L)
    BIO-110: Introductory Ecology II (+BIO-110L)
    ENV-101: Conservation of Natural Resources I (+ENV-101L)
    ENV-102: Conservation of Natural Resources II (+ENV-102L)
    ENV-133 Everglades Ecosystems (+ENV-133L)
    ENV-205 Monitoring and Assessment (+ENV-205L)
    Natural/Physical Science 3 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Literature 6 Choose from courses listed as Gen Ed-Literature
    Open Electives 9 Any additional 9 credits of college-level coursework
    Total Credits 61  

    Suggested Full-time Schedule

    (15-16 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Semester 2
    Gen Ed-English Comp
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Gen Ed-Communication
    Sociology Elective
    Open Elective
    Semester 3
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Sociology Elective
    Open Elective
    Semester 4
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Sociology Elective
    Open Elective

    Suggested Part-time Schedule

    (6-7 credits per semester)

    Semester 1
    LAR-101: Introduction to Liberal Arts
    SOC-105: Introductory Sociology
    Semester 2
    ENG-101: Composition I or ENG-103: Honors Composition I
    HIS-121: World History to 1500
    Semester 3
    Sociology Elective
    MAT-123: Elementary Statistics
    Semester 4
    ENG-102: Composition II
    HIS-122: World History since 1500
    Semester 5
    Gen Ed-Natural Science
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 6
    Gen Ed-Communication
    Gen Ed-Literature
    Semester 7
    Open Elective
    Sociology Elective
    Semester 8
    Gen Ed-Humanities
    Sociology Elective
    Semester 9
    Natural/Physical Lab Science (with Environmental Awareness)
    Open Elective
    Semester 10
    LAR-285: Liberal Arts Capstone
    Open Elective

Testimonial

As a young student having recently graduated high school, I chose the Liberal Arts Program because I did not have a specific academic or career path in mind for my future. The thing I love most about the program is that it has allowed me to take all different sorts of electives that peak my interest. From there I was able to discover a passion for things I had never taken classes in before, like sociology and American Sign Language. Now I plan to pursue a bachelor's in sociology upon transfer to a four-year school. Overall, the Liberal Arts Program has enabled me to discover my perfect educational path while simultaneously strengthening such interdisciplinary skills as critical thinking, time management and communication.

Carly Holmes, Class of 2019

Carly Holmes presenting at Civil Rights Movement Then and Now