Your First Degree

is Within Reach

Pace University’s Online Associate in Arts in General Arts and Sciences degree (AA) is built for busy individuals with some or no college credit who want to earn their first college degree and prepare for careers in a wide range of industries.

The part-time associate degree can be completed in two years or fewer depending on transfer and Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) credits awarded for prior learning and life/work experience, and incorporates critical coursework in English, communications, computing, and math, enabling students to meet the needs of employers across the globe. Our experienced faculty members and career services experts provide students with personalized career support by connecting students with employers, developing their interviewing skills, and helping them create a compelling resume.

Built for Today’s Driven Students

The Associate in Arts in General Arts and Sciences is geared toward individuals from a range of professional backgrounds whose goals may include:

• Earning their first college degree
• Transferring to a bachelor’s degree program
• Advancing in their current organization
• Expanding their career opportunities
• Obtaining a higher salary

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Pace University is a comprehensive, independent University with campuses in New York City and Westchester County. Nearly 13,000 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the Lubin School of Business, the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems, the School of Education, the School of Law and the College of Health Professions.

Pace University’s Commitment to Quality

The development and enhancement of computer technology and the Internet enable Pace University to expand the meaning of its motto “Opportunitas” by delivering high-quality online education to students who desire or require the flexibility of distance learning. The University Provost shapes and implements Pace’s educational philosophy and policies, and is committed to providing the same quality educational experience for all Pace students, whether they study online or onsite.

As part of this commitment, Pace Online provides comprehensive services that include:

• Support for students taking online courses
• A week-long certification workshop for instructors
• Ongoing workshops and events for faculty teaching online courses

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