Liberal Arts: Humanities and Social Sciences

The Liberal Arts & Science degree offers you a quality education with maximum flexibility in designing a program of study. You may use the degree as a transfer program, as a way to explore and determine your educational goals, or as an educational experience that leads to a successful job search or advancement in your career.

Program Learning Outcomes

Liberal Arts and Science A.A. (Humanities and Social Science) students will:

Demonstrate a general understanding of our human and natural environment
Utilize methods of investigation and expression to communicate meaning to others
Demonstrate proficiency in academic skills (research, critical thinking, problem solving) needed to master specialized fields
Display a general ability to understand and evaluate information
Demonstrate an awareness of diverse cultures
Possess an awareness of various career options
Continue your education at a 4-year institution

Cayuga Success Stories

“Maybe you already know what you want to do with the rest of your life, or maybe you don't have a clue. In either case, the Liberal Arts program is a great opportunity for you to find out what's out there, as well as a chance to learn more about the world around you.” — Jon Arliss '03

“Cayuga's faculty and staff are exceptional, and there are many services to help you adapt as an adult learner. I love learning and I had the time of my life at Cayuga.” — Lori Cochran '05 Accepted into the accelerated degree program in Criminal Justice, offered by Keuka College on the Cayuga campus

“I liked the relationships I had with professors.” — Emily Marzeski '05 Transferred to Wells College for Elementary Education; hopes to become a kindergarten or first-grade teacher

“Coming back to Cayuga at 44 has had a profound impact on my life. My professors have been inspirational and supportive of my educational endeavors. I've also found my life enriched by the young students I've met.” — Jane Thompson '02

Transfer Information

The courses offered in this degree parallel the first 2 years of a bachelor's degree and prepare you for transfer to a 4 year college or university.

As a member of the SUNY system, you will complete 7 of the 10 required general education courses, and with proper advisement can complete all 10 so that you can focus on your speciality area upon transfer.

Program Highlights

Before making final decisions about your educational plan, you can explore a variety of academic and career areas through elective courses.
You can design a program around your specific goals. For example, if you plan to transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in psychology, you might take courses at Cayuga in Child Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and related subjects to fulfill liberal arts electives while building a foundation for your higher-level study.
Transfer from Cayuga is smooth and efficient, because the Humanities and Social Science program is equivalent to the first two years of study for a four-year degree.
The Humanities and Social Science program builds capabilities in analysis, critical thinking, verbal and written communication, teamwork, interpersonal relations, and computer use--valuable skills in virtually any career.

Program Resources:

For information, please contact:

Steve Keeler
315-255-1743, x 2282
Keeler@cayuga-cc.edu