Academic Programs
DEGREE TYPE
A.A. | A.S. | Certificate
LOCATION
On Campus | Online | GFAFB
STAFF
Lyndsie Kennedy
Enrollment Services Specialist
701-662-1514
Lyndsie.R.Kennedy@lrsc.edu
Transfer Degrees
Your Path to a University in Two Years or Less
Considering a bachelor’s degree? Begin with a Certificate in College Studies, Associate in Arts, or Associate in Science at Lake Region State College. Completing the first year or two of your bachelor's degree offers several benefits:
- Cost savings: Lower tuition rates help you save money.
- Personalized Learning: Smaller class sizes mean more direct interaction with instructors.
- Leadership Opportunities: Engage in extra- and co-curricular organizations to build leadership skills.
- Scholarship Access: Explore additional scholarship opportunities available to LRSC students.
- Networking: Expand your professional and social connections for future success.
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA) DEGREE
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA) DEGREE
The AA degree provides introductory-level courses in arts, humanities, and social sciences. The degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution.
Requirement | Details | Cr. |
| Communications | Must include COMM 110 | 9 |
| Math, Science, Computer Science | Courses from at least two departments; a lab science is required | 10 |
| Health, Physical Education, and Recreation | 2 | |
| Social Science | Courses from at least two departments | 9 |
| Arts/Humanities | Courses from at least two departments | 9 |
| Digital Literacy | Completion of a designated course or learning module | |
| Total Minimum Credits | Includes general education and elective courses to meet credit requirements | 60 |
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS) DEGREE
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS) DEGREE
The AS degree provides introductory courses with a strong focus on math, science, and computer science. It prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions.
Requirement | Details | Cr. |
| Communications | Must include COMM 110 | 9 |
| Math, Science, Computer Science | Courses from at least two departments. MATH 103 or higher required; 8 credits of lab science | 16 |
| Health, Physical Education, and Recreation | 2 | |
| Social Science | Courses from at least two departments | 6 |
| Arts/Humanities | Courses from at least two departments | 6 |
| Digital Literacy | completion of a designated course or learning module | |
| Total Minimum Credits |
Includes general education and elective courses to meet credit requirements | 60 |
CERTIFICATE IN COLLEGE STUDIES
CERTIFICATE IN COLLEGE STUDIES
The Certificate in College Studies introduces foundational knowledge and skills in a liberal arts education. It allows students to earn a credential while preparing to transfer to a four-year university. The certificate requires 60 general education credits and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must complete at least 12 credits at LRSC. All courses approved under the General Education Requirement Transfer Agreement (GERTA) qualify for the certificate. This certificate is awarded only to degree-seeking students.
Requirement | Credits Needed |
| Communications | 6 |
| Arts/Humanities/Social Science | 6 |
| Math/Science/Computer Science | 6 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Total Minimum Credits | 24 |
