Grow Academically and Professionally with Liberal Arts
Become a creative thinker, effective problem solver and strong communicator in NOVA’s liberal arts program. Choose a specialization that best fits your interests and career goals.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts
Build a foundation for further academic study or to expand your career options with NOVA’s Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts. Prepare for a wide range of professions in education, communication and more by enhancing your writing, critical thinking and collaboration skills.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 60-62
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: Art History Major
Get a window into the evolution of human creativity and develop an appreciation for culture and art with the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with an art history major. Prepare for careers or bachelor-level study in education, art, history or museum studies.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 60-62
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: Communication Studies Major
Develop your written and verbal communication skills with the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with a communication studies major. Prepare for bachelor’s programs at four-year institutions.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 60-61
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: English Major
Develop and polish your creative and professional writing skills with the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with an English major. Prepare for roles as an entry-level professional writer or to continue your education at four-year institutions.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 60-61
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: International Studies Major
Learn about cultural diversity and develop skills for cross-cultural communication and collaboration with the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with an international studies major. Build a strong foundation for international studies programs at four-year institutions.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 60-62
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: Deaf Studies Major, A.S.
Learn American Sign Language (ASL) and lay the foundation for four-year programs with NOVA’s Associate of Science (AS) in Social Sciences: Deaf Studies. You’ll develop an understanding of communication, Deaf community history, linguistics and more. After graduation, you’ll be prepared to apply these skills in human services or education and transfer to bachelor’s programs in ASL instruction, Deaf education, linguistics, speech-language pathology and social work.
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 61-62
- Locations
- Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Woodbridge, Online
Why Study Liberal Arts at NOVA?
Knowledgeable Liberal Arts Faculty
You’ll learn from dedicated liberal arts faculty who are experts in their areas of study and who know what you need to succeed in your career or at four-year institutions.
Empowering Liberal Arts Courses
You’ll take courses that equip you with diverse skills for bachelor-level study or careers in education, communication, human services and more.
Affordable Liberal Arts Degrees
You’ll receive an affordable liberal arts education. You may even qualify for NOVA scholarships to help offset the cost of your associate degree.
Accreditations
Northern Virginia Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees in liberal arts.
Credits and
Transfer Info
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional ways, including but not limited to: certifications, AP or IB exams, military training, or life experience.
Transferring
Learn more about possible transfer opportunities associated with this program of study. Students interested in transferring should contact an advisor or counselor to further discuss their plans.