Associate in Applied Science
This program allows students to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree by building on occupational/technical courses and certificates. This option can be selected if an associate degree is required or preferred as a condition for employment or advancement in a field. The program also allows students to combine coursework from several occupational areas to prepare for a job that requires multidisciplinary skills. Meet with a divisional counselor or faculty advisor for assistance in developing a program of study. A counselor can help determine career interests and educational goals, as well as provide transfer and career information.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
Program is also available online.
2020-2021 Academic Requirements
This program allows students to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree by building on occupational/technical courses and certificates. This option can be selected if an associate degree is required or preferred as a condition for employment or advancement in a field. The program also allows students to combine coursework from several occupational areas to prepare for a job that requires multidisciplinary skills. Meet with a divisional counselor or faculty advisor for assistance in developing a program of study. A counselor can help determine career interests and educational goals, as well as provide transfer and career information.
Ferris State University, BS degree.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: Articulation Agreements.
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Business Department
- Advisors
- See a divisional counselor or a faculty advisor from the occupational area in which you plan to study.
are available online.)
General Studies Program Requirements
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete the General Education Requirements for the Associate in Applied Science Degree: Writing/Composition (3) Second Writing/Composition or Communication (3) Math (3) Natural Sciences (3) Social and Behavioral Science (3) Arts and Humanities (3) | 18 | ||
| Complete a minimum of 20 credits in an occupational/technical area | 20 | ||
| Complete additional coursework as free electives to bring the total to a minimum of 60 credits | 22 | ||
| Total | 60 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 60