Degree Requirements for the Associate of Arts (A.A.)
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The Associate of Arts (A.A.) at Albertus Magnus College is a 60-credit program that provides a strong foundation in the liberal arts while developing essential skills for lifelong learning. Students engage in critical thinking, written and oral communication, and interdisciplinary exploration, preparing them for immediate career opportunities or continued study toward a bachelor’s degree.
Through a combination of general education courses, electives, and focused study, the A.A. program encourages intellectual curiosity, ethical reasoning, and creative problem-solving. Albertus Magnus supports students in cultivating a versatile skill set that fosters personal growth, professional readiness, and meaningful engagement with the world.
General Education Requirements (30 credits)
- EN 106 Written Expression I
- EN 107 Written Expression II
- Fine Arts (designated course)
- History (designated course)
- Literature or Languages and Cultures (designated course)
- Mathematics (designated course)
- Philosophy (designated course)
- Religion (designated course)
- Science (designated course)
- Social Science (designated course)
Review the Liberal Arts Core catalog page for a comprehensive list of courses approved for each requirement.
Discipline-Specific Courses (15 credits)
Electives (15 credits)