Associate of Arts Online Degree

Easy to Transfer

The Associate in Arts degree (AA) is great for students who want to fulfill the general education courses to transfer to a specific four-year college or university, or for students who may still be deciding which major to pursue.

The first two years of a baccalaureate degree at a four-year college or university are devoted primarily to a general education core curriculum. Transfer students can complete these types of courses at Black Hawk College and then arrive at the transfer school well prepared for their major.

How to Apply

Students interested in enrolling in the Online AA program will follow the same application process as traditional students, with one small difference. On your BHC application you will be asked: “Do you want to complete your Associate in Arts degree completely online, enrolling in only online coursework?” Simply choose yes.

Online AA Requirements

The requirements for the Online AA degree are the same as those for the traditional AA degree.

The Associate in Arts degree (AA) provides a framework for equipping students who want to transfer and who wish to earn an associate degree from Black Hawk College. The AA is suitable for students who are selecting courses appropriate for their major at a specific four-year college or university or who are deciding which major to pursue.

The AA degree is widely accepted by transfer schools. Academic advisors work closely with students and four-year colleges and universities to choose suitable courses. Students may begin their transfer planning by reviewing Transfer Guides & Agreements. Students interested in other colleges or universities should contact the transfer institution or a BHC advisor.

Online AA Learning Objectives

Students completing the Associates in Arts degree will be able to:

• Apply scientific thinking skills through the study of physical and life sciences
• Apply quantitative skills through the study of mathematics
• Apply communication skills through the study of speech and writing
• Evaluate human experiences through the study of the humanities and fine arts
• Develop an appreciation of human continuity, diversity and change through the study of social and behavioral sciences

New Online AA Degree Students

1. You will receive an email after you submit your application with instructions on Step 2.
2. Complete the Canvas module, “New Student Orientation – Online AA Degree.” This is an in-depth program that simulates an online class and is not expected to be completed in one sitting.
3. Contact the online advisor (listed below) to schedule an appointment to register for classes once you have completed the orientation.

Current and Returning Online AA Degree Students

The online advisor is available by appointment Monday through Friday. Students are required to meet with their online advisor for course selection and to register for online completely classes.

There are three ways you can make an appointment:

• Online through your myBHC account.
• By calling 309-796-5153 or 309-796-5100.
• By emailing advqc@esanze.net.

Next, determine how you’d like to work with the online advisor:

• By phone/email – We’ll call you.*
• Video chat (requires computer/internet access and a microphone) – We’ll set it up.*
• In-person.

* If you schedule an appointment online, please then email the online advisor and let them know if you prefer a phone, email or video chat meeting.

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