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Associate of Arts (A.A.)

The Associate of Arts degree recognizes a curricular focus on the liberal arts (humanities, social sciences and similar subjects) and fine arts. The Associate of Arts degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.)

The Associate of Fine Arts degree recognizes a curricular focus on the fine arts (studio, graphic, digital, photographic and similar arts subjects). The Associate of Fine Arts degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

Associate of Sciences (A.S.)

The Associate of Sciences degree recognizes a curricular focus on science, mathematics, engineering and technology. The Associate of Sciences degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.)

The Associate of Applied Sciences degree recognizes a curricular focus in a specific occupational area. The Associate of Applied Sciences degree is intended primarily for immediate employment or career mobility; it also provides some opportunities for transfer to baccalaureate programs.

Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.)

The Associate of Arts in Teaching degree recognizes a curricular focus in teacher education which meets the lower-level degree academic content, outcomes, and requirements for teacher education similar to the first two years of a baccalaureate program in teacher education. This degree requires a passing score on Praxis Core and a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and will transfer in total without further review by Maryland public and independent 4-year institutions.

Certificates