Associate in Art
Associate in Arts (Transfer)
The Associate in Arts degree is for students who desire to transfer to a four-year institution to continue their education. Students must complete 60 semester hours of Transfer Credit courses including the General Education requirements.
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support in the ICC Academic Support Center
Working with our knowledgeable advisors, you will be well prepared for a seamless, successful transfer to a public or private four-year institution.
Admissions Office
The Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) guarantees your ICC associate degree satisfies general education courses needed to transfer to a four-year institution.
Network with other students through ICC student organizations including Rotaract, Student Government Association, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Earning an Associate in Arts degree to transfer to a four-year school can lead to many career opportunities.
COMPLETION TIME
18 Months
if Full Time
4 Semesters
64 Total Credit Hours
What if I attend part-time?
Our Student Success Advisors help with an academic plan that works for you.
ESTIMATED COST
$9,920
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2023-24
What financial assistance can I receive?
Find the plan right for you by connecting with our Financial Aid office.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
25 Students
average per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Community college students who transfer to four-year schools perform as well as – or even better than – their peers who come directly from high school.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
How Do I Earn an Associate in Art Program?
The ICC Transfer Center can help you:
- Connect with reps from four-year colleges and universities
- Apply to the right schools to meet your needs
- Understand admission requirements, scholarship searches, and course equivalencies
- Complete our quick admissions application. It’s free and easy!
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just 1 application for over 600 scholarships.
What Can I Expect as an Associate in Arts Student?
- By earning an Associate in Arts degree, you can enter your four-year school at junior-year status.
- Save on tuition costs by starting your education journey at Illinois Central College.
- Top transfer schools from ICC include Illinois State University, Bradley University, Western Illinois University, Eureka College, and Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville.
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Do this first: fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships, and grants may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships, and we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.
Admissions
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Phone: (309) 694-5200
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Administrative Building
L220C
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Mon-Fri: 8 am – 4:30 pm
Virtual Stretch Hours
Mon-Tue: 4:30 pm – 6pm