Associate of Arts - Specialization in Literature
Tacoma, USA
Associate of Arts
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 10,573 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* $22,408 including fees and on-campus housing
Key Summary
Begin with an Associate of Arts degree with a Direct Transfer Agreement into a Bachelor program in English or a related field. TCC offers the Associate of Arts (DTA) degree with a Literature Specialization. In this specialization, students choose courses from ancient to postmodern literature and from traditional to avant-garde readings.
- Fall 2023 - Application Deadline (Aug 15) and Classes Start (Sep 25)
- Winter 2024 - Application Deadline (Nov 15) and Classes Start (Jan 3)
- Spring 2024 - Application Deadline (Feb 15) and Classes Start (April 1)
The Associate of Arts (DTA) degree requires 90 quarter credits of General Requirements, Distribution Requirements, and Electives. The public community colleges and the four-year colleges and universities of the State of Washington have an established Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA). This agreement allows students with the Associate of Arts (DTA) degree to transfer at least 90 quarter credits (60-semester credits) to four-year institutions to satisfy most or all of their general education requirements.
Studying English and literature prepares students for a diverse range of professional fields, including teaching, journalism, law, publishing, business, medicine, and the fine arts. English majors also pursue careers in technology companies.
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