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General Education

The following associate degrees are designed to satisfy core requirements of most bachelor's degrees at 4-year universities. It is the student's responsibility to speak with an academic advisor at the transfer institution to confirm the ability of each UA Cossatot course to satisfy degree requirements.

Transfer Programs

Associate of Arts

Degree: Associate of Arts
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Arts degree is designed to transfer and therefore does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve the overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Arts (AA) degree is a two-year program made up of general education courses.

This degree is designed to transfer to any Arkansas four-year university. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board has approved statewide articulation agreement to aid transfer. The articulation agreement requires a grade of "C" or better in any transfer courses. Students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to Arkansas colleges and universities.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville to complete Bachelor of Science in Education, Human Resources and Workforce Development(UAF courses fully online.) Students interested in this program should speak with an advisor through UAF to ensure elective courses will transfer.
Arkansas Tech University to complete a Bachelor of Professional Studies
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication emphasis in Social Media Management (ASU courses fully online)
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Psychology
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (ASU courses fully online)
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in History
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in English
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (ASU courses fully online)
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication emphasis Social Media Management.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Political Science.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in History.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in English.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies.

Associate of General Studies

Degree: Associate of General Studies
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: Completion of the Associate of General Studies degree does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree. Students often complete the Associate of General Studies degree for promotion purposes or when encouraged by their employers to earn an associate level degree.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of General Studies (AGS) degree is particularly well suited for students who have acquired a number of college credits and need or want a degree. The degree can be structured like an Associate of Arts degree for almost complete transfer, may be designed with a business or technical career focus or can be structured to meet the unique educational needs of the student. Students need not have acquired previous college credit to enter this program.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
While it is expected that most of the 29 semester hours of core courses will transfer, the transferability of the 31 elective hours in the program will depend on careful coordination by the student with the transfer institution. Students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to Arkansas colleges and universities.
Associate of General Studies may be the best option for students planning to transfer to out of state institutions since they will be able to work with the transfer institution to identify transferable courses and can take them as electives.

Associate of Science - Business

Degree: Associate of Science - Business
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science in Business Degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree. This degree is suited for students who plan to pursue careers in Business related fields such as Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: This degree is designed for students preparing to transfer to a four-year institution to obtain a baccalaureate degree in a business field identified by Arkansas' four-year institutions participating in the transfer agreement.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

Arkansas State University at Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Business Economics, Bachelor of Science in International Business, Bachelor of Science in Finance, Bachelor of Science in Management, or Bachelor of Science in Marketing.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies or Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BUS1313 Directed Elective).
Henderson State University to complete Bachelor of Business Administration (BUS2023 Directed Elective)
Southern Arkansas University at Magnolia to complete Bachelor of Business Administration in Advertising and Public Relations, Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business, Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems, Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, or Bachelor of Science in Accounting
University of Arkansas at Monticello to complete Bachelor of Business Administration (BUS1313 Directed Elective)
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to complete Bachelor of Business Administration
University of Central Arkansas to complete a Bachelor of Accounting, Business Administration, Economics - international Trade, Finance, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Insurance and Risk Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Managment, Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing.
Franklin University to complete a Bachelor of Science.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.
Gainful Employment Information

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts & Sciences (Communications)

Degree: Associate of Science in Liberal Arts & Sciences
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: Journalism, radio, film & T.V., public relations, publishing, editing, filmmaking, photography

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Science in Liberal Arts & Sciences is a 2+2 articulation agreement between UA Cossatot and UALR. Students will complete their freshman and sophomore years of general coursework at UA Cossatot and then have the opportunity to transfer to UALR to complete the junior and senior level coursework in the Mass Communications degree. Pathways include Journalism, Mass Media, Media Production, Motion Picture, and Strategic Communication.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) to complete the Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas College or University.

Associate of Science - Medical Sciences - Dental Hygiene

Degree: Associate of Science - Medical Sciences - Dental Hygiene
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science Medical Science in Dental Hygiene degree is designed to transfer. Therefore, completion of the degree alone does not qualify students for any specific career. However, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree. After earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, students are prepared for employment as Dental Hygienists in a variety of dental office settings.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: This degree is specifically designed for those who wish to apply for and transfer to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (UAFS) to major in Dental Hygiene. Ther are special application requirements for this program through UAFS. Interested students should speak with an advisor before declaring this degree plan.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (UAFS) to complete a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or University.

Associate of Science - Medical Sciences - Radiography/Imaging Science

Degree: Associate of Science - Medical Sciences - Radiography/Imaging Science
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science Medical Science in Radiography/Imaging Science degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree. After earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography or Imaging Sciences students are prepared for employment in a variety of medical settings.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: This degree is specifically designed for those who wish to apply for a transfer to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith to major in Radiography or Imaging Sciences.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (UAFS) to complete a Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography or Imaging Sciences.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.

Associate of Science - STEM

Degree: Associate of Science - STEM
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math degree is designed to transfer, and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: This degree program is for students who want to major in a STEM field. STEM majors include Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, and Math. This degree is also recommended for anyone planning to pursue pre-professional studies, such as pre-med or pre-vet.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Central Arkansas (UCA) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Addiction Studies/Treatment. The second two years may be completed entirely online. Transfer into this program requires the substitution of A&P I and A&P II for completion. Interested students should speak with an advisor to ensure all classes seamlessly transfer.
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. Interested students should speak with an advisor to ensure all classes seamlessly transfer.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.
Arkansas State University (ASU) to complete the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Interested students should speak with an advisor to ensure all classes seamlessly transfer.
Arkansas State University (ASU) to complete the Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. Interested students should speak with an advisor to ensure all classes seamlessly transfer.

Associate of Science - Psychology

Degree: Associate of Science Psychology
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science in Psychology degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students for any specific career; however, completion of an associate degree will improve overall employability and will make students eligible for employment opportunities that require an associate level degree.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Science in Psychology degree is an articulated 2+2 with Southern Arkansas University (SAU). This degree is for a student who wants to earn a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. The first two years are completed at UA Cossatot and the last two years with SAU.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

Southern Arkansas University (SAU) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Interested students should speak with an advisor to ensure all classes seamlessly transfer.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas College or University.

Education Programs

Associate of Science in Education (K-6)

Degree: Associate of Science in Education (Grades K-6)
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science Education K-6th degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students to become K-6th grade classroom teachers. It may make students more qualified for substitute teaching or paraprofessional positions.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Science in Education K-6th degree is an articulated 2+2 with Southern Arkansas University (SAU) and Henderson State University (HSU). This degree is designed to transfer towards a Bachelor of Science in Education. A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required for graduation. Successful completion of the PRAXIS CORE exam is required to be eligible for transfer as a candidate in an education program at an Arkansas four-year university. Completion of this degree does not guarantee admission to SAU or HSU's program.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

Henderson State University (HSU) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Education.
Southern Arkansas University (SAU) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Education.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.

Associate of Science in Education (4-8)

Degree: Associate of Science-Education (Grades 4-8)
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science Education 4th-8th degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students to become 4th-8th grade classroom teachers. It may make students more qualified for substitute teaching or paraprofessional positions.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Science in Education K-6th degree is an articulated 2+2 with Henderson State University (HSU). This degree is designed to transfer towards a Bachelor of Science in Education. A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required for graduation. Successful completion of the PRAXIS CORE exam is required to be eligible to transfer as a candidate in an education program at an Arkansas four-year university.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

Henderson State University (HSU) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Education.
Southern Arkansas University (SAU) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Education.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.

Associate of Science in Middle School Education - Language Arts & Social Studies Specialty

Degree: Associate of Science in Middle School Education - Language Arts & Social Studies Specialty
Degree Plan

CAREER OPTIONS: The Associate of Science in Middle School Education degree is designed to transfer and therefore completion of the degree alone does not qualify students to become middle school classroom teachers. It may make students more qualified for substitute teaching or paraprofessional positions.

PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Associate of Science in Middle School Education degree is an articulated 2+2 with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR). This degree is designed to transfer towards a Bachelor of Science in Education, which may be completed entirely online through UALR. A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required for graduation. Successful completion of the PRAXIS CORE exam is required to be eligible to transfer as a candidate in an education program at an Arkansas four-year university.

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas Little Rock to complete a Bachelor of Science of Education in Middle Level Education.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.

Associate of Science in Middle School Education - Math & Science Specialty

Degree: Associate of Science in Middle School Education - Math & Science Specialty
Degree Plan

TRANSFER OPTIONS:

University of Arkansas Little Rock to complete a Bachelor of Science of Education in Middle Level Education.
Arkansas Tech University (ATU) to complete the Bachelor of Professional Studies.
If planning to transfer to an institution other than the ones listed above, students may visit https://acts.adhe.edu/studenttransfer.aspx to inquire about transferability of courses to any Arkansas college or university.
ASU-Jonesboro to complete Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science.

Agreements with Universities

UA Cossatot has signed agreements (2+2 agreements) with four-year universities guaranteeing the seamless transfer of associate degrees obtained at UAC to the transferring institution. The following links will take you to those degrees and degree plans. These agreements are also listed under each degree listed under Programs of Study.

Arkansas State University http://www.astate.edu/a/academic-affairs-and-research/agreements/
UCA http://uca.edu/2plus2/ua-cossatot/
ATU Nursing (online program) https://www.atu.edu/etech/online-rn2bsn.php
ATU Professional Studies (online program) https://www.atu.edu/etech/online-prostudies.php
Central Methodist University—Nursing (online program) http://centralmethodist.edu/academics/undergraduate/nursing-rn-to-bsn/index.php
Franklin University—Business (online program) https://www.franklin.edu/degrees/online/business-programs
Henderson State University—Education http://hsu.edu/ElementaryEd/index.html
Henderson State University—Nursing (online program) http://hsu.edu/Nursing/RNtoBSN.html
SAU—Agriculture https://web.saumag.edu/science/agriculture/
SAU—Business https://web.saumag.edu/business
SAU—Criminal Justice https://web.saumag.edu/lpa/depts/bss/criminal-justice/
SAU—Psychology https://web.saumag.edu/lpa/depts/bss/psychology/
SAU—K6 Education https://web.saumag.edu/education/elementary-education-k-6/
SAU—Nursing (online program) https://web.saumag.edu/nursing/programs/rn-bsn/
UALR—Mass Communications http://ualr.edu/masscomm/
UALR—Middle School Education (online program) http://ualr.edu/online/programs/mced/
UALR—Nursing (online program) http://ualr.edu/online/programs/nursing/
UALR—Business (online programs) http://ualr.edu/cob/online/
UA-Fort Smith—Applied Science http://academics.uafs.edu/majors-minors/applied-science
UA- Monticello—Natural Resources http://www.uamont.edu/pages/department/school-forest-resources/
TAMU-Texarkana—Business http://www.tamut.edu/academics/Colleges-and-Departments/CBET/index.php

General Education Faculty and Staff

Crystal Sims, Chair	csims@cccua.eu
Karen Arbuckle, Faculty	karbuckles@cccua.edu
Kay Cobb, Faculty	kcobb@cccua.edu
Mary Collom, Faculty	mcollom@cccua.edu
Sunni Davis, Faculty	sdavis@cccua.edu
Bruce Franklin, Faculty	bfranklin@cccua.edu
Lynze Greathouse, Faculty	lgreathouse@cccua.edu
Robbie McKelvy, Faculty	rmckelvy@cccua.edu
Tabetha Nguyen, Faculty	tnguyen@cccua.edu
Sonya Robinson, Faculty	srobinson@cccua.edu
Molly Sirigiri, Faculty	msirigiri@cccua.edu
Cassie Theusch, Faculty	ctheusch@cccua.edu
Michael Wright, Faculty	mwright@cccua.edu
Lauren Young, Faculty	lyoung@cccua.edu