Individual Studies

Associate in Science Degree Program

Program Description
Students who complete this program earn an Associate in Science degree. Individual Studies is a multi-purpose liberal arts and sciences program that enables students to plan a sequence of courses according to their individual needs and interests. The program is appropriate for students who want to combine career, professional, or technical courses with liberal arts courses; who want to concentrate in a particular area of the liberal arts; who are uncertain about their academic or career goals; or who want to expand a one-year certificate or diploma program into an associate's degree program.

In addition to the classroom-based program, the College offers a complete Individual Studies program online through the SUNY Learning Network. Known as OASIS (Online Associate in Science Degree in Individual Studies), the program provides the opportunity for students to pursue this degree from remote locations and within flexible schedules. Complete information on OASIS may be found by clicking here.

Employment Potential
An Associate's Degree in Individual Studies provides a wide-range of employment potential. Depending on the focus of the major, graduates are eligible for a number of entry-level positions. Transfer options make career choices even broader.

Requirements for Program Entry

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Satisfactory placement in Entering Student Assessment

Developmental Assistance Available
For students who do not meet basic reading and math requirements, or who have other learning issues, extra assistance is readily available through SUNY Ulster's Learning Center, Times Square math lab, the Writing Center, the Peer and Friend Tutor Program, and English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors.

For More Information
Kathleen Bruegging
Coordinator, Individual Studies
Office: Vanderlyn Hall, VAN 229
Phone: 800:724-0833, ext 5128 or
            845:687-5128
E-mail: brueggik@sunyulster.edu