Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts is designed for students who wish a broad knowledge of liberal arts and sciences plus additional coursework in an "Area of Emphasis." This area of emphasis would be an ideal choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California as the student can satisfy their general education requirements, plus focus on transferable course work that relates to majors at CSU or UC. Please consult with a counselor for specific information regarding your intended major or the specific colleges/university of your choice. 

Choose either the California State University General Education Certification or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum for the General Education pattern related to your educational goal;

Complete 18 units in one "Area of Emphasis" from those outlined below. (Note: where appropriate, courses in the "area of emphasis" may also be counted for a GE area; see a counselor for appropriate course selection.)

For All Options: complete necessary College of the Desert Graduation and Proficiency requirements.