Degree Level Overview
What Is an Associate Degree?
An associate degree is typically a two-year, roughly 60-credit program offered through our accredited partner universities in the United States. It's designed to build core academic and career skills quickly — either to move directly into entry-level roles or to transfer smoothly into a bachelor's degree later, often with many credits already completed. Our advisors help you choose a program aligned with your goals and evaluate any prior learning or coursework that may reduce your timeline further.
- Shorter, lower-cost path into higher education
- Credits typically transfer toward a related bachelor's degree
- Flexible online format for working students
