What is the difference between an Associate of Arts and an Associate of Applied Science Degree?
An Associate of Arts degree is designed as a “transfer” degree for students wishing to continue their education by pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. An Associate of Applied Science degree is designed to prepare a student to enter the workforce and/or complete state licensing for professional practice. I plan to transfer to another college after I complete my degree at Jefferson. How do I know what will transfer? The Associate of Arts degree is designed as a transfer degree. Completing the general education requirements at Jefferson College will greatly facilitate your transfer. For specific course transferability, you will need to check the requirements at the college to which you wish to transfer. You can check with the Transfer Specialist in the ARC and/or check with the transfer institution’s admissions officer for transfer guides. The final decision on transfer credit will be made at the transfer institution. When do I need to make a decision about declaring my major? You do not need t
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