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General Education

Begin your college career with the Online Associate of Arts Program at Great Lakes Christian College!

Whether you are starting out as a Freshman, a Dual-enrolled high school student, or an adult learner, our Online Associate of Arts Program is the perfect way to complete your General Education Requirements while building a foundation of faith through our Bible classes. Uncertain about what degree path you would like to take? The Online Associate of Arts Program allows you time to think about the Major you want to declare without taking time off you’re your studies. Dual-Enroll Students can enroll in many of the Online Associate of Arts classes, obtaining at least half the credits required for an Associate of Arts before graduating high school! The time is now! Broaden your horizons and expand your mind with the Online Associate of Arts Program at Great Lakes Christian College!

The Online Associate of Arts is perfect for high school students, traditional students, transfer students and adult learners looking to begin or complete their Associate of Arts. If you like flexibility and the freedom of studying from home, the coffee shop, or some remote area (with WIFI), then the Associate of Arts program is for you! Our Associate of Arts is MTA Compliant.

Degree

  • Associate of Arts

Location

  • Online

Graduates completing this degree will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of the contents and theology of the New Testament.
  • Demonstrate essential skills for professional people such as proficiency in oral and written communication and the ability to work with others.
  • Demonstrate a broad knowledge of history, literature, philosophy, mathematics, science and culture.
  • Articulate (at a foundational level) a Christian worldview.
  • Begin to integrate knowledge and Christian teaching.
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Our Graduates Possess These Traits:

  • Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Kingdom Mission
  • Cultural Humility
  • Self-Understanding
  • Written Communication

average net price per year after financial aid

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acceptance rate for all student applications

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of students who fill out the FAFSA qualify for financial aid

$19,390

average net price per year after financial aid

100%

acceptance rate for all student applications

10:1

student-to-faculty ratio ensuring personalized attention

90%

of students who fill out the FASFA qualify for financial aid

Coursework

Coursework for General Education

Course Name

  • Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
  • Scripture and Christian Living
  • Composition & Grammar
  • Critical Research
  • Personal Financial Management
  • Program Orientation / Personal Spiritual Formation
  • Cultural Anthropology
  • Ancient Western Civilization
  • Modern Western Civilization
  • Speech Fundamentals
  • Ancient Literature
  • Modern Literature
  • New Testament 1 & 2
  • Old Testament 1 & 2
  • Introduction to Philosophy
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Earth Science
  • Microbiology & Lab

Requirements for an Associate of Arts

  • Total Hours – 60 hours