Colleges & Universities that provide Associate Degrees in Humanities

What are the liberal arts?

The Liberal Arts are areas of study other than math and science that many students are required to take as part of their general education requirements. The liberal arts are typically comprised of the following fields:

English and Literature
Foreign Languages
Humanities
Philosophy
History
Art

Some schools and programs also include music or drama in with their liberal arts programs, although many have entire departments or colleges devoted particularly to them.

What classes do I take for an associate's degree in liberal arts?

An associate's degree in liberal arts is generally between 60 and 64 credit hours. Most students can complete their associate's degrees in about 2 years, depending on the course load each semester and whether you are attending full or part time.

Classes for an associate's degree in liberal arts usually include general education classes with more classes in English, Humanities, and the arts than you would take with a curriculum geared more towards math and sciences. Most programs will require you to choose a specialization, such as English or Art.

What can I do with an associate's degree in liberal arts?

Contrary to what many believe, there are many different options for people who have an associate's degree in liberal arts. A few of these include:

Begin a career in liberal arts. The liberal arts offer a broad range of job opportunities, from writing to teaching to and more. While many higher-paying jobs typically require you to have at least a Bachelor's degree, you can still find plenty of jobs with an associate's. For example, if your degree in Liberal Arts focuses on English, you may be able to tutor English to other students. If your focus is on Art, you might get a job in a museum or art gallery to get your foot in the door.

Prepare for further education. Many people use their associate's degrees as a springboard for a bachelor's degree. The Associate's allows students to take a number of classes that will be used as prerequisites for admittance into a bachelor's program or for other required classes.

Gain experience. An Associate's in liberal arts will allow you to gain experience in an entry-level position, providing more opportunities as you gain more experience.