Associate of Arts Program

Get a Great Start with Transferable Credits

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If you plan to pursue a bachelor's degree, getting an associate of arts (AA) degree in liberal arts and sciences from South Central College is a great start. Earn your AA degree at SCC and then transfer your credits toward your bachelor's degree at any of the seven Minnesota State system universities. At South Central College, you can work toward your degree while benefiting from the many advantages that a community college has to offer, including smaller class sizes, individualized attention from expert instructors and lower tuition.

Campuses: Faribault and North Mankato

Program Start Dates: Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters
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What AA Students Say

Ayan Musse

"South Central does provide flexible hours for someone like me who has family and work and everything else."

Lauryn Schindler

"If you’re looking for quality education and people to help you, I think this is the place to go."

Michelle Nortrup

"The instructors I’ve met at SCC have been some of the most knowledgeable and influential people in my education."

William Miller

"It’s not like a university where you’ve got 200 people in the same class with you."

General Education and Transfer Option Programs

Starting your college education at South Central College is an easy way to benefit from smaller class sizes with expert instructors and save money. Learn more about South Central College's affordability on the Paying for College page.

If you complete a Transfer Pathways program at South Central College and are admitted to a Minnesota State university, you will be guaranteed junior status and all 60 associate degree credits will count toward the related bachelor’s degree. Students must meet program admission requirements at the four year institution. Talk with an SCC advisor for details.