What advantages will you have with an associate's degree in liberal arts?

Answer 1

There are several advantages when obtaining any degree even the minimal, that being an Associates. Bottom line, any attempt to better yourself is noticed by employers. I am making 55K a year living in NY. I am being compensated for my work experience not my degree I recently earned. However, now that I have this degree I am qualified for positions that pay $60-65K a year that require at least an AA along with the 10 years of relevant work experience I carry. Obtaining my AA has made me better at my job and shown my employers that I am capable and responsible being able to obtain a degree while working fulltime. You have to keep feeding your brain or it gets stuck in slow mode. Never stop learning! Every accomplishment opens a new door.

Answer 2

You are qualified to tutor or substitute-teach in those areas. Check with local schools or learning centers. Tax-prep or bookkeeping might be good for you. You may want to consider transferring those credits toward a bachelor's degree to open up even more options. The college that awarded your degree should have a career or placement office that can help you more.

Answer 3

Lucky for you, there is a wide array of job opportunities available for Liberal Arts graduates. Not only have you learned to write well, speak well, and think well, but you've also demonstrated a passion for the arts, Social Sciences, and learning in general.

You could become a teacher, a lawyer, a paralegal, an actor, a playwright, an internet marketing specialist, a graphic designer, etc. It's all a matter of your personal interests, skill sets, and willingness to attain a higher degree.

A great resource would be "60 Jobs You Can Get With a Liberal Arts Degree" which is found below. Good luck!

Answer 4

A degree will open up more possibilities than having no degree. However, an associate of arts degree (AA) is typically for those individuals who plan to transfer to a four year college or university, and therefore is not specific to a career oriented program of study. Thus, you really have nothing specific. You can go through the US Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009 which will list all the occupations from A through Z and the education required for each and much more. Click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated directly below this answer section.

Answer 5

A liberal arts degree may not provide you with the specialized knowledge required for some more lucrative careers, but it does provide you with the educational background for many careers that require only a bachelor's degree with no specialization.

Answer 6

Liberal arts degrees can get you jobs all across the board. They can get you management jobs, you can become a doctor, and numerous other possibilities. Having a liberal arts degree also looks good on a resume.