The Associate in Arts is the most flexible path to a bachelor’s degree. It covers the general education core required by four-year universities, with room to explore majors such as English, history, psychology, sociology, communication, political science or education.
What you’ll learn
- College writing, literature and critical reading
- History, including South Carolina and African American history
- Psychology, sociology and political science
- College math and natural science
- Public speaking and research skills
Why Palmetto Ridge
You can earn the full degree online through RidgeLearn or take classes on the historic Old Main Quad, where our humanities faculty have taught in the same brick halls since 1902. Courses follow the South Carolina statewide transfer agreement, so credits move with you to SC public universities, and graduates have transferred to the University of South Carolina, College of Charleston, Winthrop, SC State and Clemson. Our Honors Program offers small seminars and priority transfer advising. Professor Ruth, Professor Kwame and our transfer team help you build a plan that fits your target school and major.
Careers & next steps
- Teacher (with bachelor’s)
- Communications Specialist
- Social Services Case Worker
- Human Resources Associate
- Writer or Editor
- Policy Analyst (with bachelor’s)
Ready to start?
Applying is free. An advisor will help you map every class from day one to graduation.