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Degree Type
61-credit Associate of Arts Degree

Program Code
20-800-1

Time to Degree
2 years

Start Date
August / January / June

How You'll Learn

  • Online
  • On Campus
  • Hybrid
  • Daytime
  • Evening

Work with an advisor to design a customized set of courses from a variety of academic areas. Gain a strong foundation of liberal arts credits in disciplines like social sciences and humanities. Prepare for seamless transfer to four-year bachelor’s degree programs and gain a credential to take into the workforce.

This program satisfies the general education requirements for the first two years of most bachelor's degree programs.

How To Apply

  • Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
  • Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your reading, writing and math skills:
    • High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
    • ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
    • Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
    • If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.

*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.

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Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

High School Eligibility

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

Financial Aid

As a program student, you are eligible to receive:

  • Financial aid loans
  • Scholarships
  • Other forms of assistance

Learn more about financial aid.

Program Courses

Liberal Arts and General Studies Programs

What Makes This Program Unique

  1. Complete the first two years of your bachelor’s degree at a lower cost, in smaller, more personal classes.
  2. Choose from a variety of courses to create an academic pathway that’s unique to your educational goals.
  3. The courses in this program are designed to be flexible, with in-person, online, daytime and evening courses. You can complete the entire degree program at night.

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Transfer Opportunities After WCTC

Take Your Degree to the Next Level

This program was specially designed to be transfer-ready. Upon graduating from this program, you can transfer your credits to four-year colleges and universities, and begin your bachelor's degree at junior-level standing! Plus, take advantage of guaranteed admission to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.*

* A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Some majors may have additional transfer requirements.

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