Associate in Arts

Liberal Arts (Law Transfer)

Program

Contact Information 

Jeff Hart, associate professor
Jeffrey.Hart@ndscs.edu
701-671-2342
Old Main 435

Delivery Methods 

Face-to-Face: Wahpeton
Online: Some Classes
Combination

This curriculum is available to the student whose goal is a juris doctor (J.D.) or bachelor of law (LL.B) degree. The Law transfer curriculum plan at NDSCS includes the freshman and sophomore core courses in English and humanities, math, physical sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and physical education. All colleges and universities require these core courses for students seeking a bachelor’s degree. An Associate in Arts degree is awarded upon completion of the program, and the student can transfer to most four-year colleges and universities as a junior. To be accepted into law school, the student must obtain a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.

The Law transfer curriculum plan meets the Liberal Arts Program Purposes listed in the NDSCS Catalog.

Admission Requirements

The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Applicants may be required to complete a basic skills evaluation during the admission process. 

Award

Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Arts degree in Liberal Arts.

Required Courses

Course Code
Title
Credits
4
2
7
24
Sub-Total Credits
65

* Consult academic advisor in selecting electives that are most appropriate for the intended bachelor’s program.

This curriculum meets the North Dakota University System general education requirements as indicated in the NDSCS Catalog under the heading: NDUS General Education Transfer Agreement.

Total Required Credits
65