Individual Studies A.S., A.A.S.

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Chart your own path.

When you enroll in SUNY Morrisville’s individual studies Associate in Science (A.S.) or Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree program, you build an academic program uniquely tailored to you.

Program at a Glance
~2
Years to Complete
60
Approx. Credit Hours

Why SUNY Morrisville Individual Studies?

Our A.S. and A.A.S. programs provide flexible educational opportunities to students who are exploring their academic and career options or who have unique educational goals. Academic advisors work with you each semester to build a course schedule customized to meet your individual goals.

Along with required courses in writing, math and the physical and social sciences, you'll have the opportunity to sample courses from a variety of academic programs including business, psychology, natural sciences, natural resources & renewable energy, criminal justice, computer information systems, agriculture, journalism, hospitality, the healthcare professions and many others. 

Individual studies can help you develop a clear sense of where you want to go next, whether it’s pursuing your career or continuing your studies in one of SUNY Morrisville’s bachelor’s degree programs.

Skills You Will Gain

Upon program completion, you will be able to:

  • Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning skills
  • Identify, analyze and evaluate arguments as they occur in your own or others’ work
  • Develop well-reasoned and persuasive arguments
  • Demonstrate effective information management skills
  • Perform basic operations of personal computer use
  • Understand and use basic research techniques
  • Locate, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources
  • Demonstrate readiness to join the workforce or pursue further study

What Can I Do in Individual Studies?

Depending on the academic path you choose, an individual studies degree can prepare you for entry into any number of fields including:

  • Agriculture
  • Criminal justice
  • Hospitality
  • Healthcare
  • Business
  • Human resources
  • Arts
  • Nonprofit
  • Technology
  • Automotive fields

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Zainab Jimoh

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Zainab Jimoh has an associate degree in individual studies and will be receiving her bachelor's degree in applied psychology. Zainab explains how her experiences at Morrisville has shaped her future.

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