Liberal Arts Foundation, A.D.

The Associate Degree (A.D.) is a liberal arts foundational degree for many college majors and is confirmation of an important accomplishment on the path to a bachelor’s degree. Meeting the four program outcomes of the General Education Program  requires the following: demonstrate the critical thinking, quantitative, and communication skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing global society; demonstrate a broad knowledge of the physical, social, and cultural worlds as well as the methods by which this knowledge is produced; recognize that responsible global citizenship involves personal accountability, social equity, and environmental sustainability; and be able to apply this knowledge and skills, working in interdisciplinary ways to solve problems. The Associate Degree requires the completion of the General Education Program , except for the Communication in the Major and the Capstone Experience in the Major.

The following requirements apply to all Associate Degrees at UW-Stevens Point:

• Complete the General Education Program  requirements, except for Communication in the Major and Capstone in the Major
• Earn a minimum of 15 credits in residence at UW-Stevens Point
• Earn a minimum of 60 credits.
• Meet the UW System associate degree guidelines.
• Earn a minimum 2.0 gpa in credits attempted at UW-Stevens Point
• Earn a minimum 2.0 gpa overall, including both UW-Stevens Point and transfer credits

If you want to pursue a Bachelor Degree, be sure to tell your adviser. Your adviser can help you select elective credits which may be applied to your future major for the Bachelor Degree.

For more information about the Associate Degree requirements, please visit:

Student Academic Advising Center
Room 103, Student Services Center
Phone: 715-346-3361
Fax: 715-346-3724
Email: saac@uwsp.edu