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University Transfer-Associate of Arts
Associate of Arts (AA)
Why choose University Transfer-Associate of Arts?
- The University Transfer program provides degree-to-degree transfer where universities grant junior status and waive general degree requirements. Fulfills many bachelor’s degree general education requirements—transfer individual courses or the completed University Transfer-Associate of Arts degree. Courses transfer to public and private colleges and universities, both inside and outside Wisconsin. For transfer opportunities, visit mstc.edu/transfer.
- Possible bachelor’s degree majors include business, communication, education, fine arts, history, international studies, literature, public relations, and social sciences.
- Signifies achievement of diverse skills and knowledge valued in today’s work environments with an emphasis on social science and humanities.
- Allows you to take classes close to home with a fall, spring, or summer start.
Students who intend to continue their education at a baccalaureate-degree-granting college or university can benefit from the University Transfer Program. With a greater emphasis on social science and humanities, the University Transfer-Associate of Arts degree provides a foundation for success by offering liberal arts courses equal to those found in the first two years of a four-year degree.
Students who complete this associate degree have the benefit of guaranteed degree-to-degree transfer, where universities grant junior status and automatically waive specific lower-division requirements, such as general degree requirements, regardless of individual courses taken at Mid-State Technical College.
The University Transfer degree programs at Mid-State allow students to obtain an associate degree that transfers to numerous colleges and universities, including many campuses in the University of Wisconsin system. Students will receive all the cost savings and the convenience of a complete liberal arts transfer degree while taking classes at a Mid-State campus, online, or via web conferencing.
Students who complete this associate degree have the benefit of guaranteed degree-to-degree transfer, where universities grant junior status and automatically waive specific lower-division requirements, such as general degree requirements, regardless of individual courses taken at Mid-State Technical College.
The University Transfer degree programs at Mid-State allow students to obtain an associate degree that transfers to numerous colleges and universities, including many campuses in the University of Wisconsin system. Students will receive all the cost savings and the convenience of a complete liberal arts transfer degree while taking classes at a Mid-State campus, online, or via web conferencing.
Program Locations
Marshfield Campus
2600 West 5th Street
Marshfield, WI 54449
Stevens Point Downtown Campus
1001 Centerpoint Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
500 32nd Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Online
Delivery:
In Person or Hybrid/Blended
Daytime or Evening
Full-Time or Part-Time
16-Week Classes
Length of Program: Two Years
Credits: 60
Start Dates: Fall or Spring
Start at any time or campus by taking general education courses.
What You'll Learn
Students in the University Transfer-Associate of Arts program take courses to meet the general requirements of a four-year degree, just like at a four-year campus. Through inquiry, observation, and analysis, students gain knowledge and skills in the arts and sciences, enabling them to broaden their perspective, increase problem-solving skills, and express themselves effectively in both writing and speaking. Students take courses within a core curriculum, with an emphasis on social sciences and humanities.
Outcomes
- Communication: Demonstrate effective communication in diverse contexts using appropriate methods.
- Intellectual Acquisition of Knowledge: Demonstrate critical and ethical reasoning.
- Personal and Social Awareness: Demonstrate knowledge of life skills required of an effective member of a diverse and global community with increased responsibility for self-directed learning and personal wellness.
- Problem Solving: Use mathematical and scientific problem-solving processes.
- Environmental Awareness: Demonstrate a heightened awareness of our physical, chemical, and biological environment.
Employability Skills
- Behave Responsibly: Ethical Behavior, Self-Responsibility, Conflict Resolution, Collaboration
- Communicate Effectively: Writing, Technical Documentation, Listening, Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Reading
- Critical & Creative Thinking: Inquiry, Evidence Collection, Analysis, Reasoning, Reflection (Metacognition)
- Cultural, Social, & Global Awareness: Global Awareness, Social & Cultural Awareness, Social Responsibility
- Use Appropriate Technology: Use of Technology, Confidentiality, Security, Digital Civility
Learn more about employability skills at Mid-State.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2024/25 academic year.
- Tuition & Fees: $12,127.38
- Books: $1,500.00
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $0
- Total Estimated Cost: $13,627.38
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is eligible for full Financial Aid
Cost of Attendance
Learn more about Cost of Attendance, an estimated budget that includes categories of expenses a student can expect to incur while attending.
Please see the Program Information Guide below for course information.
Instructors
MEGAN BLOUNT, BS, DC
ABBY FERRELL, BA, MA
CLINT J. GOSSE, BS, DC
MEGAN KUNDINGER, BS, MS
MAGGIE LEONHARDT, BS, MS
DESIAH MELBY, BA, MST
MICHELLE PERIA, BA, MA, PhD
JILL QUINN, BA, MA, MFA
BETH SPINDLER, BS, MAM
JON STEELE, BA, MBA
KELLY SOCZKA STEIDINGER, BS, MA
GERENE TAYLOR, BS, MS
BRADLEY WEISS, BS, MST
ROXIE WETTERAU, BS, MA
Careers
Fast-Track
High school students are eligible to enroll in this program and all courses required. Learn more about Mid-State Fast-Track.
Take the Next Step
“The University Transfer associate degrees at Mid-State offer an incredible value in many dimensions. The courses in these programs are geared toward key skills employers are seeking and truly prepare students to stand out as strong employment candidates.”
DAVID CLARK
MANAGER OF CORPORATE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
RENAISSANCE
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI
Choose Your Path
Career pathways help you take your education one step at a time to maximize your investment and make college fit your life. Earn a credential and start using it in the workforce. Continue with another stack of related courses to gain a more advanced diploma or degree. Explore this program’s pathway in the graphic below. For an even quicker first step to a degree or diploma, check out our short-term certificates.
Transfer • Dual Credit • Credit for Prior Learning
