Associate Degree Programs

Start the Transfer Process or Kickstart Your Career

Earn Your Associate Degree at Coastline

Associate degrees in arts or science (AA or AS) are some of the most popular offerings at Coastline. That's because of the incredible flexibility we provide. Certain AA and AS programs are designed for transfer to four-year institutions. Coastline even has collaborative partnerships to get you on the fast track to a bachelor's degree. But transferring is just one of your options. An associate degree can also launch your career, or lead to that big promotion.

Associates in Arts or Science (AA / AS)

Our college's AA and AS degrees are designed to provide students with the necessary skills to compete successfully in a culturally diverse and global job market.

Associates to Bachelor's Online

The Associate to Bachelor's Online program a.k.a. Learning 1st is a collaborative partnership among four nationally recognized, regionally-accredited online institutions and Coastline College

Associate Degrees for Transfer

Students who receive an Associate Degree for Transfer are eligible for admission with junior standing into the California State University (CSU) system.

A.A. and A.S. Degrees Requirements

The following requirements for AA and AS degrees are in accordance with the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges and the Board of Trustees of the Coast Community College District.

• General Education

  Talk to an advisor. Requirements depend on you whether you intend to transfer and, if so, to the UC or CSU system, or an independent college. Contact the Counseling Department for more information.

• Major Field of Study

  Complete required coursework in your chosen major. All coursework must be completed with a C grade or higher.

• Units

  Complete at least 60 units of acceptable college work with a minimum of 12 Coastline units.

• Electives

  Complete additional courses to meet the 60 unit requirement (must be AA or AS applicable).

• Global & Multicultural Studies

  Complete at least 2.5 units from Global and Multicultural Studies:

  • Anthropology C100, C150; Art C100, C101, C103, C104, C105, C109, C135, C136, C137, C138, C175, C233, C235, C236, C237, C260, C261,C262, C265
  • Criminal Justice C148
  • English C144, C145
  • Foreign Language—any over C100
  • Geography C185
  • Gerontology C140
  • History C115, C122, C124, C128, C130, C160, C165, C180, C185
  • Humanities C100;
  • Human Services C100; Music C103
  • Philosophy C100, C113
  • Sociology C130

Additional Graduation Requirements

• Achieve an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher (from all colleges).
• Achieve a grade point average of 2.0 or higher at Coastline.
• Forward all official college transcripts from other schools to Coastline.
• Be in good academic standing (i.e., not on probation and/or disqualification) during the semester of your intended graduation.
• Petition for the degree at the beginning of the semester when you will complete your final requirements.

Top 5: Best Online Associate Degrees

Top 5: Best Online Associate Degrees

Top 5: Best Online Associate Degrees

Coastline ranks in the top 5 of California community colleges for our online associate degrees. This Best Online Degrees rating from University HQ shows how Coastline accomodates our busy students seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in a wide variety of content areas. Associate degree graduates are often qualified to find employment right away and are also better prepared to enroll in four-year higher education degree programs. Most course credits can be easily transferred from one accredited institution to another, making earning a bachelor’s degree more achievable than ever before.