Liberal Arts & Sciences: Humanities

A flexible, transfer-friendly humanities degree to build skills, explore interests.

Gain a strong foundation in reading, writing, critical thinking, and the arts while preparing for upper-division study. Flexible and transfer-friendly, this degree allows direct entry into bachelor’s programs as a third-year student and supports exploration of diverse career paths.

Program Length and Degree Type:

2 Years Associate of Arts

Pioneer Quotes:

“In law school, my writing was complimented by professors, deans, lawyers, and judges. I attribute this positive feedback to the communication skills I learned in Alfred State's liberal arts classes, the fruits of which are still ripening.” -Patrick Doodian, Liberal Arts & Sciences: Humanities Alumni

"Colleges, universities, and even large corporations are placing renewed value on the soft skills developed through a liberal arts education—skills like creativity, communication, empathy, and adaptability." - Travis Matteson, Department Chair

Encouraging Creativity at Alfred State

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Length of Program:

2 years

Method of Delivery:

On-Campus

Department:

English & Humanities Department

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Courses You May Take

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Admissions Requirements

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN

In humanities, you’ll sharpen writing and speaking skills while developing critical thinking to build well-reasoned arguments. You’ll research, evaluate, and synthesize scholarly sources into effective prose. Studies also explore values, ethics, justice, and power in historical and contemporary contexts, preparing you for transfer and careers requiring strong communication and analysis.

Facilities and Labs

Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world. 
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.

LAND A GREAT CAREER

Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.

MEET OUR FACULTY

Travis Matteson Associate Professor and Department Chair

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.

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Creativity on Campus:

Ergo Literary Magazine

Tor Echo Student Newspaper

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