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Communication and Humanities Programs at HACC

Build Skills and Write Your Own Story

Whether you want to write the stories that shape our world, guide corporate strategy or build a strong academic foundation for a four-year university, HACC offers flexible programs designed around your success.

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Transfer-Friendly Degrees Flexible Schedules Career-Ready Skills

Communication and Humanities Programs

Explore academic pathways designed to help you build critical thinking, writing and communication skills for any professional environment.

Associate in Science

Communication

Build a strong portfolio in media, public speaking and public relations. Prepare for transfer or immediate career opportunities.

Associate in Arts

Liberal Arts

Gain a broad academic foundation across history, philosophy and the arts. Ideal for transfer to a four-year university.

Associate in Applied Science

General Studies

Flexible degree path that allows you to tailor coursework to your professional and educational goals.

Certificate

Liberal Studies

Shorter certificate option designed to quickly build communication and analytical skills.

Where These Skills Can Take You

Strong communicators and analytical thinkers are in demand across nearly every industry.

Journalism & Broadcasting
Public Relations
Digital Content Creation
Education & Teaching
Professional Writing & Editing
Corporate Trainer
Technical Writing
Consulting

Many graduates continue to bachelor's programs or apply these skills directly in the workforce.

Why Start at HACC?

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Affordable Start

Per-credit tuition can help you save compared with starting at many four-year institutions.

Flexible for Real Life

Choose from campuses, evening, hybrid, weekend and distance education that fit your schedule.

Personalized Support

Small class sizes and dedicated faculty provide personal attention and real-world insight.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Earning your degree is an investment in your future, and HACC is committed to making it affordable. Most HACC students qualify for some form of financial aid, including federal grants, state assistance and student loans.

You may qualify for HACC Foundation scholarships. We offer millions of dollars in scholarships each year, including specific awards designated for communication and humanities students. Our financial aid advisers are ready to help you navigate the process and find the funding you need.

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Programs That Fit Your Goals

  • Planning to Transfer

    Liberal Arts and Communication pathways help prepare you for continued study.

  • Career-Focused

    Build practical communication and analytical skills valued across industries.

  • Still Exploring

    General Studies offers flexibility while you refine your academic direction.

Transfer Opportunities

Start Here. Go Further.

Your journey doesn't have to end here. HACC credits are highly respected and transfer seamlessly to top four-year universities. Through established articulation agreements, you can easily transfer your communication and humanities credits to regional partners.

These agreements ensure your hard-earned credits apply directly to your future bachelor's degree, saving you time and money.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A liberal arts and humanities degree opens doors to diverse, high-demand career paths. Graduates commonly pursue successful careers in journalism, public relations, marketing, content creation and human resources.

At HACC, the Liberal Arts (Associate in Arts) Program is specifically structured for students who intend to transfer to a four-year university to complete a bachelor's degree in a humanities field. The General Studies (Associate in Applied Science) Program offers more flexibility to handpick courses across different disciplines, making it ideal for students looking to enter the workforce immediately with a customized skill set.

The liberal arts and humanities associate degree requires 60 credits. A full-time student taking 15 credits per semester can complete the program in exactly two years (four semesters). Part-time students can finish at their own pace.

Yes. Your HACC liberal arts credits transfer easily to many four-year universities. We have strong transfer agreements with institutions like Penn State University, Millersville University, Shippensburg University and Temple University.

HACC provides exceptional value. Please check our official tuition page for the most current per-credit rate. Because you pay per credit, you can control your costs each semester and save significantly compared with a four-year university.

Yes. HACC offers robust distance education options for students. You can complete the Liberal Arts and General Studies Programs entirely through distance education, offering the ultimate flexibility for your education.

Yes. Many students begin at HACC to complete general education requirements and foundational coursework before transferring to a four-year university.

These programs help students develop writing, speaking, critical thinking, research and analytical skills that are valuable across many industries.

General Studies can be a strong option for students who are still exploring their academic or career direction. It offers flexibility to build a path aligned with your goals.

Your Future in Communication Starts Here

Your future in communication and humanities starts right now. We provide the expert faculty, flexible schedules and welcoming community you need to thrive.

Our Admissions Department offers a variety of in-person connection options for future students and their families. Or, you can contact us and we'll get back to you within three business days.

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