Receive the foundational education required for transfer into a baccalaureate degree program in preparation for a career in philosophy.

  • Academic Division: Education & Humanities
  • Program Type: Associate of Arts (A.A.)
  • Campus: Gloucester, Online
  • Career Interest: Education & Humanities
  • Time Commitment: Two-years
  • Financial Aid Eligible
  • Accreditation: MSCHE
  • CIP Code 24.0101

Program Learning Outcomes

This program provides the general education foundation necessary for a variety of disciplines and is designed for students who are planning to transfer to a baccalaureate degree. Using available elective credits, students may focus on a specific field of study or explore a variety of academic areas.

Students who have completed the program should be able to:

  • Communicate effectively in writing and orally
  • Demonstrate an understanding of various scientific, artistic, social, and historical ideas and perspectives
  • Analyze information and use critical thinking to make decisions and solve problems
AS Philosophy

Ready to start this program?

Summer sessions are still enrolling with sessions beginning June 22 and July 13.

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Education Unique to Each Student

Being a mother and going to school put many obstacles in my way sometimes, but RCSJ’s flexibility always helped me reach my goals. From evening classes, Saturday course offerings, or online options, RCSJ made it easier for me to earn my degree.

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