Liberal Arts, AA
Department of Social and Behavorial Sciences
Program Overview
Liberal Arts, AA
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Liberal Arts at Medgar Evers College provides a robust two-year foundation in general education. This program is specifically designed for students intending to transfer into four-year baccalaureate programs in fields such as political science, history, sociology, psychology, and social work. With a focus on critical thinking and cultural literacy, the A.A. degree allows students to explore various academic interests while completing sixty (60) essential credits.
HEGIS Code: 5649.00
NYSED Program Code: 02299 – LIBART-AA
Major
Description
Not sure what your “major” looks like yet? That’s exactly why we’re here.
Think of our Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Liberal Arts as your ultimate academic toolkit. Whether you’re obsessed with understanding how the world works, curious about the secrets of history, or want to make a real-world impact through social work and sociology, this program gives you the foundation to get there.
Why start here?
Keep Your Options Open: If you’re interested in political science, anthropology, or geography but aren’t ready to pick just one, this program lets you explore them all.
Ready to Transfer: We’ve designed this 60-credit degree to be a smooth “2+2” bridge. Complete your first two years with us, then transfer to a four-year program.
Find Your Voice: You’ll dive into big ideas and learn to see the world from different perspectives—skills that every future boss is looking for.
Bottom line: If you’re a “big picture” person who wants a degree that can take you anywhere, the A.A. in Liberal Arts program is your perfect home base.
Student
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate critical skills for thinking, questioning, assimilating, and formulating well-reasoned opinions.
- Articulate efficiently, through written and oral arguments and positions relevant to Liberal Arts disciplines.
- Identify historical and contemporary concepts, issues, and trends within the social sciences.
- Identify the cultural significance of race, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and sexual orientation, in the United States and broader global society.
- Apply research methods used in Liberal Arts disciplines.
- Be prepared to pursue baccalaureate-level study and/or employment.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills to effect positive change in their lives, communities, and/or global society.
Major
Requirements
As part of your degree, you must fulfill the CUNY Pathways general education requirements, which consist of the Common Core (Required and Flexible) and the Medgar Evers College Option. These courses provide the essential quantitative, scientific, and socio-cultural literacy that complements your technical training.
Required Core Courses
- Major Requirements:FS 101, HIST 101, LIB 100, PHIL 101, and Sociology or Psychology.
- Concentration (12 Credits): Focused study in one of six areas (English, Foreign Languages, Mass Comm, Philosophy/Religion, Psychology, or Social Sciences).
- Open Electives (6 Credits): Any college-level courses to reach the 60-credit total.
Degree Map
A Degree Map (or Academic Pathway/Plan) is an advising tool that outlines a suggested sequence of courses to complete the A.A. in Liberal Arts degree in a timely and efficient manner, often over two years (four semesters).
Have Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions regarding the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences or need assistance navigating the application process, please reach out to our department office.
Chairperson: Dr. Ken Irish-Bramble | ken@mec.cuny.edu
Phone: 718 270-6942 Fax: 718 270-4828
Location: 1650 Bedford Avenue, B-1032K