Utah Valley State College
Career & Academic Counseling Center -- Academic Advising

Choose the Right Degree

You can get THREE different types of degrees at UVSC.
1. AAS Degree (Associate in Applied Science) Minimum of 63 credit hours
  • This is a two year degree which prepares a student for EMPLOYMENT
  • This degree does NOT transfer.
  • This degree does NOT prepare you for a Bachelor program.

Complete 16 General Education credits and Minimum 48 Major/Elective credits


2. AS/AA (Associate in Science/Arts) Minimum of 60 credit hours
  • This is a two year degree which prepares a student for a Bachelor program.
Complete 35 General Education credits and Minimum 25 Major/Elective credits


3. BS/BA (Bachelor of Science/Arts) Minimum of 120 Credit Hours
  • This is a four year degree which prepares a student for employment or graduate school.
Complete Associates Degree (minimum of 60 credit hours) and 60 additional Major/Emphasis credits


The type of degree that will be right for you will depend on your major and your ultimate career goal.

For more information about degree requirements.
Career & Academic Counseling Center
cacc@uvsc.edu  |  801.863.8425  |  Room: WB 147
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