AA/AS in Social Sciences, General

Fresno City College offers this associate degree for transfer in social justice studies. It follows the standard California community college model, in which a set group of major courses plus the transferable general education pattern lead toward upper-division standing. Students survey the histories of racial and ethnic groups and examine present-day inequities connected with gender and sexuality as well. Students are expected to earn a C or better in each major course, and the plan should be reviewed with a counselor because each receiving university has its own expectations. The degree is aimed at transfer into the CSU system. Credits earned in a transfer degree are intended to count toward the major at the California State University system, so early planning with an advisor helps students avoid repeating courses and keeps the route to a bachelor's degree efficient.