Emphasis in the Associate in Arts degree program is placed upon the communications, social sciences, humanities, and professional fields. The program requires the successful completion, with a minimum of an overall C (2.00) grade point average, of a minimum of 62 semester hours.
Emphasis in the Associate in Science Degree program is placed upon the Science and Mathematics related fields, such as Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. The program requires the successful completion, with a minimum of an overall C (2.00) grade point average, of a minimum of 64 semester hours.
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Emphasis in the Associate in Applied Science Degree program is placed upon the specialized skills that prepare the individual for employment at the professional/technical level. The program requires the successful completion, with a minimum of an overall C (2.00) grade point average, of a minimum of 60 semester hours (depending on program selected). All courses submitted for graduation must be numbered 101 or higher; students transferring to Kennedy-King College from other institutions of higher education must earn a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence before they are eligible to receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree. In addition, the School Code of Illinois states that students planning to graduate from Kennedy-King College must receive a passing grade on a special examination on the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Illinois, the Code of the American Flag, and the Declaration of Independence. This requirement also can be met by proof, on an official transcript, of successful completion of the Constitution examination for high school graduation, or the completion of Political Science 201, with a grade of C or higher.
Associate in General Studies (A.G.S.)
The Associate in General Studies Degree (A.G.S) is designed for students who are interested in a broad range general program, or are undecided upon future educational or career goals. The program places emphasis upon the exploration of knowledge through the study of a variety of subject offerings without concentrating on any particular area of study.
Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.)
The Associate in Fine Arts Degree (AFA) prepares individuals who intend to major in either Music education or Music performance to transfer to a four-year college or university. The program requires the successful completion, with a minimum of an overall C (2.00) grade point average, of a total of 68 semester hours. All courses submitted for graduation must be numbered 101 or higher.
Illinois Articulation Initiative General Education Core Curriculum
City Colleges of Chicago participates in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) which is a comprehensive statewide effort among more than 100 colleges and universities in Illinois to ease the transfer of students. IAI became effective for students entering a participating college or university as first time freshmen the Summer of 1998. Benefits for students are:
• Students who complete the A.A. or A.S. degree, and who meet the admission requirements of the IAI participating baccalaureate degree granting institution to which they transfer, will have completed the lower division general education requirements for an associate or baccalaureate degree in lieu of the receiving institution's general education requirements.
• Students who complete the IAI General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) and transfer to participating institutions have the assurance that lower division general education requirements for an associate or baccalaureate degree have been satisfied.
A receiving institution may require transfer students to complete an institution wide and/or mission related graduation requirement beyond the scope of the Illinois General Education Core Curriculum.
The IAI Website (www.itransfer.org) includes information on requirements for general education and specific majors, course descriptions, and a student planning worksheet.
Due to the increasing number of students fulfilling degree requirements at more than one City College, a District wide model for CCC Transfer Degrees and General Education requirements has been designed. This model facilitates the need for a smooth transition for the student's path to degree completion. Listed below is the District wide model for CCC Transfer Degrees and General Education Requirements.