Mission College Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer
Mission College

Mission College

Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer

Santa Clara, USA

Associate of Arts

60 hours

English

Full time

Jan 2026

On-Campus

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Key Summary

    About: The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer focuses on effective communication skills. You'll study various aspects of communication, including interpersonal and professional interactions, cultural impacts, and media influences. This program aims to prepare you for further academic pursuits with a strong foundational understanding of communication.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in diverse fields such as public relations, marketing, journalism, education, and human resources. This degree also lays the groundwork for transferring to a four-year institution for continued studies in communication or related disciplines.

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer (AA-T in Communication Studies) provides a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Communication Studies.

California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer (AA-T in Communication Studies) are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major.

This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or institutions. The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer (AA-T in Communication Studies) consists of lower division courses that provide fundamental skills for success in both personal and professional development.

Students gain self-awareness and the ability to build bridges with diverse audiences. The broad-based transfer curriculum includes interpersonal, intercultural, and group communication, public communication, argumentation and debate, and speech team activities.

The program is highly valued in both academic institutions and professional organizations.

What is an AA-T?

The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing these transfer degrees:

  • will earn an Associate's Degree from Mission College;
  • are guaranteed admission to a similar major at a campus in the CSU system;
  • will be prepared to start upper division coursework at the CSU;
  • and will not have to complete more than 60 units after transfer.

Skills Needed

  • Public speaking
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Presentation
  • Ability to think on your feet
  • Writing and Editing
  • People skills
  • Creativity