Liberal Studies

How Our Degree Works

Rapid and evolving cultural change in the 21st century indicates a growing need for individuals who demonstrate versatility and academic competence and who are globally aware. CCV’s Liberal Studies program affords you a number of options, including a wide variety of entry-level careers and easy transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

As the program incorporates a large number of general education and elective credits, students also have the freedom to choose a course of study that is both personally interesting and professionally relevant to their needs. Liberal Studies graduates move into such fields as education, advocacy, health, social work, medicine, law, or business, among many others.

Career & Transfer Options

CCV’s Liberal Studies program is excellent preparation for students who want to pursue a four-year degree and for those who are planning professional careers in law, medicine, social work, or education. Recent graduates in Liberal Studies have transferred successfully to over 30 different colleges. Our transfer agreements make it possible to transfer easily to a number of four-year colleges including:
• Castleton State College
• Green Mountain College
• Champlain College
• University of Vermont
• Johnson State College
• Lyndon State College
Graduates have also transferred successfully to Smith College, Burlington College, Marlboro College, College of Saint Joseph, Saint Michael’s College, and Vermont College of the Union Institute, as well as to colleges and universities nationwide.

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