Which PHSC degree is 60 credit hours and designed to transfer to other Florida colleges and/or universities?

• A. Associate in Arts (AA)
• B. Associate in Science (AS)
• C. Associate in Fine Arts (AFA)
• D. Bachelor’s degree

Answer: (A)

In Florida, the two-year degree built for transferring to four-year colleges and universities is the Associate in Arts. It’s typically 60 credits and is structured to cover core general education requirements, ensuring that these lower-division courses will count towards a bachelor’s degree at state colleges and universities. This transfer-focused path is designed to be a smooth route from college to a four-year program, which is why it’s the standard choice for students aiming to continue their studies in a bachelor’s degree program.

The other options serve different purposes. An Associate in Science is usually more career- or technical- oriented, with coursework tailored to a specific field and transferability can vary. An Associate in Fine Arts centers on arts disciplines and performance, and while it can transfer in some cases, it’s not the general-purpose transfer route. A bachelor’s degree is a four-year program requiring about 120 credits, not the 60-credit transfer-focused path described.