Liberal Arts and Sciences

Career Outlook

Take the first steps toward a career in science, medicine, math, and more with an A.S. Liberal Arts and Sciences degree. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the demand for STEM professionals to grow 11% by 2031. This includes careers in computer science and mathematics, architecture, engineering, and life and physical science. The average annual salary was $95,420 in 2021.

After earning an advanced degree in the sciences, you'll be ready to pursue a variety of career opportunities in STEM fields, including:

• Bioinformatics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Data Science
• Medical Professions
• Pharmaceutical Research
• Physics
• Secondary Education (Math and Science)
• Veterinary Sciences

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Liberal Arts and Sciences program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Cornell University
• Nazareth University
• St. John Fisher University
• SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Hands-On Lab Skills

In class, you'll conduct science experiments in our biology, chemistry, physics, and cell culture labs. Propose hypotheses and test them through a series of applied learning projects, such as DNA sequencing. Outside the classroom, you can work with professional tutors and collaborate with peers in the Science Incubator.

Explore Your Interests

A Liberal Arts degree gives you the flexibility to explore a number of academic interests before fully committing to one area of study. An estimated 75-85% of all college students switch their area of study at least once before they graduate, so it's important to give yourself time to make that choice with confidence.

Taking exploratory courses early in your college career helps you graduate on time with a degree that matches your personal and professional goals. Learn more about how to make the most out of your undecided semesters.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• BIO 121 - General Biology I
• BIO 122 - General Biology II
• BIO 171 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
• BIO 172 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
• CHM 121 - General Chemistry I
• CHM 122 - General Chemistry II
• PHY 118 - College Physics I
• PHY 119 - College Physics II
• PHY 151 - University Physics I
• PHY 152 - University Physics II
• PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
• SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology