Fort Scott Community College
Graduation Requirements
Associate of Science Degree
Associate of Science Degree (AS)*
English......................................................................................................... 6 hours
Public Speaking........................................................................................... 3 hours
Math (College Algebra or Higher)................................................................ 3 hours
Physical or Biological Science...................................................................... 10 hours
Humanities (at least 2 areas)...................................................................... 9 hours
Social or Behavioral Science (at least 2 areas)........................................... 9 hours
Computer Science ...................................................................................... 3 hours
Cultural Studies/Languages .................................................................... 3-5 hours
Physical Education........................................................................................ 1 hour
Capstone Course.......................................................................................... 1 hour
College Orientation........................................................................................ 1 hour
Electives .............................................................................................. 11-13 hours
Total ................................................................................................. 62 hours
*Exit Examination Required for Degree Completion
English/Communications/Math
Cultural Studies/Language
Physical or Biological Science
Arts and Humanities
English 1013 & 1023
Public Speaking
Math
Any of the following five-hour lab courses:
General Biology Principles of Biology I or II
Anatomy & Physiology Microbiology
Environmental Life Science Fundamentals of Physical
Physics Science
Basic Chemistry Chemistry I or II
Social or Behavioral Science
General Psychology Sociology Marriage & Family Macro Economics
American Government Current World Affairs FSCC Requirements
College Orientation
Developmental Psychology
Social Problems
Micro Economics
Women in Society
State & Local Government
World Regional Geography
Capstone
Foreign Language Religions of Mankind Cultural Anthropology
History of Civilizations I or II
Humanities Travel Experience
World Regional Geography
Art Art Appreciation Art History Music
Music Appreciation
Introduction to Music Literature
Drama Theater Appreciation Philosophy
Philosophy of Life
History U.S. History Religion
Old Testament Heritage
Literature
All Literature courses except Children’s Literature
Physical Education
Lifetime Fitness Concepts
Any physical activity course excluding varsity sports
Developmental courses cannot be counted towards the 62
hours needed for the Associate Degree.
Note: The AS satisfies all of your general education requirements through articulation agreements with all Kansas 4-year institutions.
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Fort Scott Community College
Graduation Requirements
Associate of Arts Degree
Associate of Arts Degree (AA)
English.................................................................................................... 6 hours
Public Speaking...................................................................................... 3 hours
Math (College Algebra or Higher) .......................................................... 3 hours
Physical or Biological Science................................................................... 5 hours
Humanities (at least 2 areas)............................................................... 12 hours
Social or Behavioral Science (at least 2 areas)...................................... 9 hours
Computer Science ................................................................................. 3 hours
Physical Education................................................................................... 1 hour Capstone Course..................................................................................... 1 hour
College Orientation................................................................................... 1 hour
Electives .............................................................................................. 18 hours
Total ............................................................................................. 62 hours
*Exit Examination Required for Degree Completion
English/Communications/Math
Cultural Studies/Language
Physical or Biological Science
Arts and Humanities
English 1013 & 1023
Public Speaking
Math
Any of the following five-hour lab courses:
General Biology Principles of Biology I or II
Anatomy & Physiology Microbiology
Environmental Life Science Fundamentals of Physical
Physics Science
Basic Chemistry Chemistry I or II
Social or Behavioral Science
General Psychology Sociology Marriage & Family Macro Economics
American Government Current World Affairs FSCC Requirements
College Orientation
Developmental Psychology
Social Problems
Micro Economics
Women in Society
State & Local Government
World Regional Geography
Capstone
Foreign Language Religions of Mankind Cultural Anthropology
History of Civilizations I or II
Humanities Travel Experience
World Regional Geography
Art Art Appreciation Art History Music
Music Appreciation
Introduction to Music Literature
Drama Theater Appreciation Philosophy
Philosophy of Life
History U.S. History Religion
Old Testament Heritage
Literature
All Literature courses except Children’s Literature
Physical Education
Lifetime Fitness Concepts
Any physical activity course excluding varsity sports
Developmental courses cannot be counted towards the 62
hours needed for the Associate Degree.
Note: The AA satisfies all of your general education requirements through articulation agreements with all Kansas 4-year institutions.
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Fort Scott Community College
Graduation Requirements
Associate of General Studies Degree
Associate of General Studies Degree (AGS)*
English................................................................................................. 6 hours
Public Speaking................................................................................... 3 hours
Math (Intermet. Algebra or Business Math)......................................... 3 hours
Physical or Biological Science................................................................ 5 hours
Humanities (at least 2 areas).............................................................. 6 hours
Social or Behavioral Science (at least 2 areas)................................... 6 hours
Physical Education................................................................................ 1 hour
Electives ........................................................................................... 30 hours
Capstone Course.................................................................................. 1 hour
College Orientation................................................................................ 1 hour
Total ......................................................................................... 62 hours
*Exit Examination Required for Degree Completion
English/Communications/Math
Cultural Studies/Language
Physical or Biological Science
Arts and Humanities
English 1013 & 1023
Public Speaking
Math
Any of the following five-hour lab courses:
General Biology Principles of Biology I or II
Anatomy & Physiology Microbiology
Environmental Life Science Fundamentals of Physical
Physics Science
Basic Chemistry Chemistry I or II
Social or Behavioral Science
General Psychology Sociology Marriage & Family Macro Economics
American Government Current World Affairs FSCC Requirements
College Orientation
Developmental Psychology
Social Problems
Micro Economics
Women in Society
State & Local Government
World Regional Geography
Capstone
Foreign Language Religions of Mankind Cultural Anthropology
History of Civilizations I or II
Humanities Travel Experience
World Regional Geography
Art Art Appreciation Art History Music
Music Appreciation
Introduction to Music Literature
Drama Theater Appreciation Philosophy
Philosophy of Life
History U.S. History Religion
Old Testament Heritage
Literature
All Literature courses except Children’s Literature
Physical Education
Lifetime Fitness Concepts
Any physical activity course excluding varsity sports
Developmental courses cannot be counted towards the 62
hours needed for the Associate Degree.
Note: The AGS is considered a terminal degree (not a transfer degree) and may not satisfy all of your general education requirements
at a 4-year institution.
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Fort Scott Community College
Graduation Requirements
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)*
The Associate of Applied Science Degree is awarded to students who have successfully completed an intensive,
comprehensive two-year program that blends general and specialized career education. In addition to overall associate
degree requirements, each candidate for the Associate of Applied Science Degree must complete requirements of
the specific degree career programs and a minimum of general education credit hours.
General Core Requirements: The following is a list of courses that meet specific general education requirements. Some programs may require many hours of the following, but some may have fewer, more specific
requirements. Please consult your advisor for more information.
English/Communications/Math
Cultural Studies/Language
Physical or Biological Science
Arts and Humanities
English 1013 & 1023
Public Speaking
Math
Any of the following five-hour lab courses:
General Biology Principles of Biology I or II
Anatomy & Physiology Microbiology
Environmental Life Science Fundamentals of Physical
Physics Science
Basic Chemistry Chemistry I or II
Social or Behavioral Science
General Psychology Sociology Marriage & Family Macro Economics
American Government Current World Affairs Developmental Psychology
Social Problems
Micro Economics
Women in Society
State & Local Government
World Regional Geography
*Outcomes Assessment Examination (WorkKeys) Required
for Degree Completion
Foreign Language Religions of Mankind Cultural Anthropology
History of Civilizations I or II
Humanities Travel Experience
World Regional Geography
Art Art Appreciation Art History Music
Music Appreciation
Introduction to Music Literature
Drama Theater Appreciation Philosophy
Philosophy of Life
History Religion
U.S. History Old Testament Heritage
Literature
All Literature courses except Children’s Literature
Physical Education
Lifetime Fitness Concepts
Any physical activity course excluding varsity sports
Developmental courses cannot be counted towards the 62
hours needed for the Associate Degree.
Note: The AAS is considered a terminal degree (not a transfer degree) and may not satisfy all of your general education requirements
at a 4-year institution.
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