{"id":15347,"date":"2025-05-30T14:24:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T18:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics-new\/?page_id=15347&#038;preview_id=15347"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:00:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T19:00:46","slug":"liberal-arts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics\/transfer-programs\/liberal-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"Liberal Arts"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(74% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(26% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id15347_28c01b-68 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-left-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column15347_68ea69-09 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column15347_68ea69-09\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>The Virginia Western <strong>Liberal Arts Associate of Arts (AA)<\/strong> degree provides the essential coursework needed to seamlessly transfer to many four-year liberal arts colleges or universities. With a strong focus on the humanities and social sciences, this program prepares you for a bachelor&#8217;s degree in fields like psychology, history, anthropology, political science, communications, art history or beyond. You&#8217;ll learn critical thinking, communication and analytical skills that are valuable in any profession or workplace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why choose Liberal Arts?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses and organizations in today&#8217;s interconnected world are seeking individuals who can communicate effectively across various platforms, from electronic communication to interdepartmental collaboration. The Liberal Arts Program fosters these essential skills, preparing you for success in the workforce and beyond.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earning your AA degree and transferring to a four-year college opens doors to careers in education, business, media, communication, government and the creative arts. This program is a good fit if you are curious, eager to explore different viewpoints and driven to develop strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities. If you are seeking a broad-based education that prepares you for a wide range of career paths and lifelong learning, enrolling in the Liberal Arts program is your first step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Liberal Arts program is designed to prepare you to pursue a bachelor&#8217;s level education in many disciplines, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communications&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychology&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>History&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social sciences&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anthropology&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political science&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Art history&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why choose Virginia Western?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With flexible online options and year-round class availability, you can work toward your degree on your terms and balance your academic pursuits with other commitments. The Liberal Arts Program at Virginia Western will hone your critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills while deepening your understanding of diverse cultural perspectives. With the TransferVA Initiative, you can earn your Liberal Arts AA degree and transfer directly into a bachelor&#8217;s program at over 30 Virginia colleges and universities, including James Madison University, Roanoke College, William &amp; Mary and more. Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/transfervirginia.org\/\">TransferVirginia.org<\/a>&nbsp;to see more information and create a transfer plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This program is offered completely online.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.virginiawestern.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=25&amp;poid=3498&amp;returnto=2597\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px;background-color:#53c6d6;text-transform:uppercase\">What Classes Do I Take?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics\/transfer-programs\/fine-arts\/\">Liberal Arts: Fine Arts Major<\/a> (Associate of Arts)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Credit for Prior Learning<\/h2>\r\nOur Credit for Prior Learning Program may award college credit for college-level skills and knowledge gained outside of a college classroom.\r\n\r\nExamples of Credit for Prior Learning include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Certifications and licensures<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Military and law enforcement training<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Work-based learning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>National or institutional examinations<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Workforce training<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/get-started\/cpl\/\">Click here to learn more about Credit for Prior Learning<\/a>.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#18284a;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h1, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h2, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h3, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h4, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h5, .kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a h6{color:#ffffff;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a a{color:#ffffff;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a a:hover{color:#fec00f;}.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column15347_9e16e8-7a feature-box-academic\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Cost &amp; Length<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Est. Tuition*:<\/strong> $<span id=\"tuition\"><\/span><br><strong>Program Length:<\/strong> 2 Years<br><strong>Credits: <\/strong><span id=\"hours\">60<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"disclaimer\"><p>*Estimated cost reflects in-state rate and is subject to change. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/pay\/cost-of-attendance\/\">Click here for the cost of attendance for financial aid<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Head<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alexander Scott<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Assistant Professor, Foreign Languages, Marketing and Public Speaking<\/em><br \/>\n<i class=\"fa fa-envelope\" title=\"email\"><\/i> <a href=\"mailto:ascott@virginiawestern.edu\">ascott@virginiawestern.edu<\/a><br \/>\n<i class=\"fa fa-phone-alt\" title=\"phone number\"><\/i>\u00a0540-857-7247<br \/>\n<i class=\"fa fa-map-marker\" title=\"location\"><\/i>\u00a0Humanities H117B<\/p>\n<p>B.A. &#8211; Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo, 2000<br \/>\nM.B.A. &#8211; APEC University, 2004<br \/>\nM.A. &#8211; Universidad de Jaen and Universidad de Leon, 2009<br \/>\nGraduate certificate in Business Communication &#8211; Liberty University, 2016<br \/>\nMaster of Communication &#8211; Liberty University, 2022<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Have Questions? 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