Associate Degrees
Want a more affordable way to complete your general education requirements? You can accomplish that while completing courses toward your major with an associate degree from a California community college.
What is an Associate Degree?
Associate degrees are awarded to students who complete at least 60 applicable semester-units of coursework. These include general education courses and electives, plus at least 18 units in a particular major area.
Benefits of earning an associate degree
An associate degree from a California community college empowers you to learn more, earn more and do more than you ever imagined.
FINANCIAL AID OPPORTUNITIES
Get the Money You NeedMoney shouldn’t stand in the way of your educational goals. Community colleges give you a wide range of financial aid options to help pay for your education.
BIGGER PAYCHECKS
Improve Your Career ProspectsThe road to a more secure financial future starts with a community college education.
WIDER HORIZONS
Associate Degree for TransferStart at a community college, transfer to a guaranteed saved spot at a participating four-year university and earn a bachelor's degree.
MORE SCHEDULING OPTIONS
We Offer Night and Online ClassesYou get greater opportunities to build a schedule that fits your life.
FIND THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM FOR YOU
Need Help Paying for College?
Complete the FAFSA to open the door to most types of aid. Undocumented students can receive many types of financial aid through the California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
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California Virtual Campus (CVC)
California Department of Social Services/DACA Support
CalGrant GPA Verification Form
CalGrant Transfer Entitlement Award
Dual Enrollment