General Studies, AA (CAGS)
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The Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies combines general education and elective courses, offering a solid foundation for an evangelical faith-based liberal arts education. This accelerated program allows for greater freedom in meeting course requirements that fit the unique scheduling needs of working adults. It also provides students the general education requirements necessary to complete many CAGS bachelor's degrees. Please refer to specific program catalog pages for General Education and Liberal Arts requirements for these programs.
The AA requires a total of 60 credit hours for graduation, which includes 39 credit hours of general education and 21 semester hours of elective credit. Prior college, military, technical college, and experiential learning credits can be used toward the AA degree. Students may transfer in a maximum of 45 credit hours (75% of the AA degree requirements). Students may take a maximum of 15 credit hours of 300 and 400 level courses in the AA degree program.
Depending on how many hours are taken each semester, it is possible for a student with no previous college courses to complete an AA in as little as 18 months. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
The Associate of Arts degree in General Studies requires completion of 60 hours in the following areas:
General Education (39 hours)
Electives (21 hours)