Associate of Arts at a glance
North Central’s Associate of Arts degree is a great way to start your college education and gain a strong foundation in the liberal arts. You’ll take courses in the humanities, the natural sciences, the social sciences, Bible content, and research methodologies while learning the fundamentals of communication and critical thinking. Additionally, you’ll gain a vocational foundation by studying a selected concentration in a particular discipline.
Knowledge and skills you’ll gain
When you earn your A.A. degree, you’ll be prepared with knowledge and skills in:
- Humanities
- Natural sciences
- Social sciences
- Bible content
- Research methodologies
- Written, verbal, and electronic communication
- Logic and reasoning
- Basic computer use
Concentrations
You’ll choose from one of these concentrations to focus your studies:
- Associate of Arts, Biblical & Theological Studies Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Business Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Communication Arts Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Church Leadership Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Fine Arts Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Humanities Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Intercultural Studies Concentration
- Associate of Arts, Social Sciences Concentration
Requirements
The Associate of Arts program is 62-64 credits.