Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies
New York, USA
Associate of Arts
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: Nyack College’s Associate of Arts in Intercultural Studies prepares students for global cross-cultural engagement and further education. The 60 credits programme completed in 2 years builds cultural sensitivity, basic ministry skills and a biblical foundation for mission. You’ll study transferable core courses that can move into many four-year degrees. Located near New York City, the programme connects you with diverse international communities, experienced professors and a strong departmental community; Nyack has prepared intercultural workers for over 120 years.
Career Outcomes: Graduates gain a foundation for internships and pathways to a 4-year degree and for entry-level ministry or mission roles.
Nyack’s AA degree in Intercultural Studies is designed to equip students for the engaging opportunities and challenges of our current and future world. It provides the foundation to explore additional education and work in a cross-cultural context. It is designed specifically for the student who wants to get some preparation, but who is not sure which 4-year degree to pursue.
Why Study Intercultural Studies at Nyack?
- proximity to New York City and its diverse international communities
- experienced professors
- a strong departmental community
- our legacy: Nyack has been preparing intercultural workers for over 120 years.
At a Glance
- Credits: 60
- Standard Completion Time: 2 years
What Will I Study?
- cultural sensitivity and awareness
- core courses that can be transferred into nearly any degree program
- valuable basic ministry skills
- a biblical foundation for mission and intercultural engagement
Making a Nyack education Affordable
Last year the office of Student Financial Services awarded over $8.5 million in grants and scholarships to over 95% of our students. We are committed to making a Nyack College education affordable and are working to lower the out-of-pocket costs for our students.
Final awards are determined by Nyack through your Award Letter.
Those who receive an AA in Intercultural Studies can expect to have a basic foundation of education that will lead to viable internships and experiences that will guide the student towards the completion of a 4-year degree.
