Lackawanna College’s Associate Degree in Professional Studies offers a versatile, two-year program designed to provide students with a broad liberal arts education. Whether you're looking to further your education or enter the workforce, this program equips you with essential skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Your Career Starts Here

The Professional Studies program is an ideal starting point for students planning to continue their education or those exploring various fields of interest. This degree allows students to gain a well-rounded education and discover their true calling through exposure to different subjects.

Program Overview

The Professional Studies program offers a diverse curriculum that allows students to:

• Develop analytical and creative reasoning skills across a broad range of liberal arts subjects.
• Engage in interdisciplinary studies that span the humanities, social sciences, business, math, and science.
• Enhance their quantitative and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Communicate ideas effectively through written expression.
• Integrate multi-disciplinary course offerings to develop a holistic understanding of human existence, including social, political, philosophical, technological, and cultural aspects.

Lackawanna College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is approved by the Pennsylvania State Department of Education to grant bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates. The Professional Studies program is available at multiple campus locations and online, providing students with the flexibility to pursue their education in a way that suits their needs.