Eight degrees are granted by College of DuPage: Associate in Arts, Associate in Arts/Teaching Secondary Mathematics, Associate in Science, Associate in Engineering Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in General Studies, Associate in Fine Arts — Art Option, and Associate in Fine Arts — Music Option. Degrees are awarded at the close of each semester. However, when a student completes all requirements for a degree, the completion date is recorded on the student’s permanent academic record. The requirements for each degree are recommended by the faculty and approved by the president of the college.
- The Associate in Arts degree represents the first two years of study for students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts.
- The Associate in Science degree represents the first two years of study for students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in science.
- The Associate in Engineering Science degree is intended for students who wish to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate-granting school in the field of engineering.
- The Associate in Applied Science degree represents the completion of study in an occupational/vocational program. Students earning this degree generally seek employment following graduation.
- The Associate in General Studies degree is designed for students who desire to arrange a program of courses to meet their personal interests.
- The Associate in Fine Arts -- Art and the Associate in Fine Arts -- Music degrees are intended for students who wish to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate-granting school with a Bachelor in Fine Arts or Music program.
- The Associate in Arts in Teaching Secondary Mathematics is intended for students who wish to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate-granting school to complete all requirements for a bachelor’s degree and teacher certification at the secondary level for mathematics.
The following PDF file contains specific information about all seven degrees that appears in the current College of DuPage Catalog.
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