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Associate Degree Program (LA)

What is LA Program?

A two-year Associate in Arts degree program focused on general education and global learning. Designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities in the U.S., Japan, or beyond.

LA Program is for

Students planning to transfer to a four-year university
Students who thrive in small, personalized learning environments
Motivated students seeking an accelerated pathway
Learners interested in a broad, flexible education

Program Length

Typically completed in 5 terms (15 months), depending on course load and academic progress.

What You Will Achieve

Graduates receive an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree in Liberal Arts, preparing them for transfer to four-year universities or entry into various career paths.

Units Earned

A minimum of 60 credits in courses numbered 100 and above is required for graduation.

“My life changed after I came to HTIC. All the teachers and friends are so nice and they taught me the aloha spirit.”

- Yui, Liberal Arts Student

How the LA Program Works

The Liberal Arts Program (LA) is an accredited program that introduces students to various fields of knowledge. Courses within this curriculum emphasize active learning techniques, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding. After completing the program, students earn an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.

Prerequisite

High school graduation or GED

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English proficiency is met by one of the following: TOEFL iBT ≥ 61, PTE ≥ 44, Duolingo ≥ 95, or Completion of the CP Program

Liberal Arts Program

Language Arts & Literature
(12 credits)

Mathematics & Science
(6 credits)

Degree-specific requirements
(6 credits)

Arts & Humanities
(6 credits)

Social Sciences
(6 credits)

Elective Courses
(24 credits)

Graduate with AA Degree!

Thinking about transferring?

Degree Requirements

Complete a minimum of 60 credits in courses numbered 100 and above;
Complete the following Student Learning Outcome (SLO) courses with a “C” or higher:
- 1 Cooperative Learning Intensive (CLI) course (3 credits),
- 1 Creativity (CT) course (1 credit),
- 1 Cross-Cultural Understanding (CCU) course (3 credits),
- 2 Oral-Intensive (OI) courses (6 credits), and
- 4 Writing-Intensive (WI) courses (12 credits)
- Achieve a grade of “C” or higher in ENG 100 and ENG 200;
Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0;
Complete at least the last 18 credits of coursework at Hawaii Tokai (other credits can be transferred from other accredited colleges); and
Have no financial obligations due to the College

Questions about LA Program? Contact us.

“I can (confidently) talk to people from many countries and broaden my perceptive.”

- Kiyo, Liberal Arts Program Student

Concentrations

Students in the Liberal Arts Program have the option of adding a concentration. Concentrations guide students toward a possible future in the selected area of study.

Business Foundation

Build expertise in accounting, economics, and business writing, plus earn a practical certificate with your A.A. degree.

Discover East Asia: Language and Cultural Immersion

Advance your Japanese or Korean skills, explore culture, and gain hands-on international experience.

Peace Studies

Examine peace, conflict, and human rights, complete a capstone research project, and earn a Peace Studies certificate.