Liberal Arts & Sciences

Broaden Your Perspective. Build Your Future

Develop adaptable, foundational skills in critical thinking, communication, and social responsibility to thrive in a rapidly changing job market. You will broaden your perspective and cultivate the intellectual curiosity needed to navigate new technologies and diverse industries throughout your career.

This program serves as a versatile investment in your professional agility and personal enrichment, preparing you for a lifetime of success in any field.

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About the Program

Program Overview
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program at Garden City Community College builds a broad academic foundation designed to develop well-rounded, adaptable learners. Students strengthen essential skills such as critical thinking, communication, and cultural awareness.

Skills for Lifelong Learning
This program emphasizes “learning how to learn,” helping students develop the ability to adapt to new ideas, technologies, and challenges throughout their academic and professional lives.

Flexible Academic Pathway
With a focus on transferable skills, the Liberal Arts and Sciences degree prepares students for a wide range of majors and career paths, as well as continued study at a four-year university.

Credentials

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Associate in Arts - 60 credit hours

LASC.AA - if you are more interested in completing a Bachelor of Arts major, this would align with 4 year universities to make transfer more seamless.

Associate in Science - 60 credit hours

LASC.AS - if you are more interested in completing a Bachelor of Science major, this would align with 4 year universities to make transfer more seamless.

General Associate in Liberal Arts & Sciences - 60 credit hours

LASC.AGS - this is a more generalized degree to provide a foundation for any bachelor's degree.

Transfer Information

GCCC has worked with our transfer partners create seamless transfer opportunities for students. These articulation agreements outline the pathway from GCCC to your next stop by identifying the courses you should take and how they will transfer.

Highlights

The purpose of this program is to help students graduate and transfer, either to pursue a major we do not offer at GCCC, or when they transfer in with credits from other institutions.

Career Outlook

Salary information is provided for general informational purposes only and represents estimates, not guarantees. Actual earnings may vary based on factors such as experience, location, and employer. Some careers may require education, certifications, or training beyond programs offered at Garden City Community College.