Get a broad introductory education in only two years—the ideal foundation for further focused study or an informed career path.
Locations
- Liberty Campus (In Person)
- Online
Why Get an Associate Degree in Arts or Science?
- Gain a solid educational foundation without committing to the cost or time of a four-year degree.
- Earn your degree in-person at our Liberty campus or with the accessibility of a fully online experience.
- Choose between in-demand fields of scientific study like criminal justice, nursing and STEM, or focus on the timeless liberal arts.
- Earn a stackable degree that can be easily rolled into a Bachelor’s or Master’s program.
The Associate of Arts or Science program at Georgia Southern is designed to equip students with fundamental knowledge and skills, setting them on a promising academic journey and preparing them for further studies or entry into the workforce. It’s an ideal program for those unable to commit to a longer-term degree, or for those who still need time to decide on a more focused area of study.
The Associate of Arts degree encompasses various liberal arts disciplines, enabling students to explore the humanities, social sciences and fine arts. The Associate of Science degree emphasizes scientific and technical subjects, offering students a pathway to fields like engineering, computer science and the natural sciences.
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What You’ll Learn
Our associate programs require 64 credit hours and are available both at the Liberty campus and online. The curriculum is designed to give students a well-rounded introduction to either contemporary fields of scientific study or the ever-relevant liberal arts and humanities. Students in the Associate of Science program can also choose a specific focus in criminal justice, criminology, nursing or STEM.
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Learn about our pioneering approach at I³S, where we believe in breaking down traditional silos and fostering cross-disciplinary collaborations that mirror the dynamic landscape of today’s and tomorrow’s industries.
Learn About Our Advisors
Undergraduate Academic Advisement at Georgia Southern is provided to all degree-seeking undergraduate students by professional advisors.
Adult and Online Learning
Georgia Southern is proud to offer numerous resources for non-traditional students or students who face work/life challenges.
Take Action
Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver once complete. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual-enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
Check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
Apply as a First-Year Student Transfer to Georgia SouthernGeorgia Southern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
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Begin your journey into higher education with an accessible introduction and a solid foundation.
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Institute for Innovative and Integrated Studies
Phone: 912-344-2964
Email: I3S@georgiasouthern.edu
Liberty Campus
175 West Memorial Drive
Hinesville, GA 31313
912-877-1906