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Social Sciences

Explore your potential in social sciences

TCC’s associate degree in social sciences prepares you to study at a four-year college or university in a wide variety of disciplines in the social and behavioral sciences. Those fields include anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, sociology and psychology. If you plan on a career in education, TCC’s social sciences degree will even prepare you for some teacher certification programs.

Semesters:
4
Credits:
60
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Locations:
Chesapeake Campus, Norfolk Campus, Portsmouth Campus, Virginia Beach Campus, Online
Associate of Science - Social Sciences

Designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree in one of the social or behavioral sciences, TCC’s social sciences curriculum includes academic disciplines such as anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, sociology, and psychology.

First-time college students who meet GPA and other requirements may qualify for a 2-year transfer grant to apply toward tuition. Grants of $1,000 may be awarded for your junior and senior years.

Students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) disciplines may be eligible for an additional $1,000 each year.

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Is this program for you?

Yes, if you:
  • have strong interpersonal skills
  • are interested in fields like history and sociology
  • want to transfer to complete a bachelor's degree