The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) allows customization of the program of study based on each student's academic and professional goals. The AIS requires the completion of 61 semester credit hours (21 hours of general education requirements and 40 hours distributed among one or more areas of emphasis). Areas of concentration include education, public safety, business, computer/information technology, industrial/engineering technology, and health sciences. The program curriculum may be strategically selected to build upon the student's goals and objectives. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition or continued education. A student might choose an interdisciplinary studies program if his or her specific goals and interests cannot be met through a school's existing majors, minors, and electives.
Entrance Requirements
- Submit a completed application;
- High School diploma or equivalent required for Graduation: Yes
- Age Requirement: 16
- Submit official high school/high school equivalent transcripts, if applicable;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Satisfy Placement Testing requirements.
Area I - Language Arts/Communications — 6 Hours
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences — 6 Hours
* Choose 6 credit hours from the following courses:
Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics — 6 Hours
Area IV - Humanities and Fine Arts — 3 Hours
* Choose one of the following courses:
Occupational Courses — 40 Hours
**Occupational courses must be selected from degree-level occupational program areas. Students should work with an academic advisor to strategically select courses to design a program that suits a specific career path.