Students in the A.A. in Social Sciences program will study the various fields that compose the social sciences. Students are able to explore a wide array of social science disciplines to help them identify a specific field of interest before they transfer to a four-year college or university.
Faculty in the social sciences area emphasize the development of analytic and critical thinking, public speaking, quantitative and qualitative research, and writing while training students to understand complex human dynamics and social problems. These skills are invaluable and relevant in both the public and private sector.
Students who transfer to a bachelor’s degree program in the social sciences will have taken courses that are likely to relate to their chosen four-year major. Disciplines within the social sciences include addictions, anthropology, economics, education, geography, history, human services, political science, psychology, and sociology.
*To view curriculum requirements for all previous catalog years and pathways for previous catalog years from 2021-2022 forward, please see previous catalog versions. If there are Pathways for years prior to 2021-2022, they will be listed by clicking the Archived Pathway button.
Frederick County Public School students are eligible to receive free tuition and fees through
Dual Enrollment at FCC for some courses taken during Fall or Spring semesters. FCPS students participating in dual enrollment may obtain required textbooks and materials at the FCC bookstore at no cost to the student. Students should speak with their high school counselor first if they plan to enroll in FCC courses or programs.
For related non-credit Continuing Education & Workforce Development (CEWD) programs, see
Continuing Education & Workforce Development (CEWD) programs.
Please note that these courses are not affiliated with FCC credit or certificate programs. While CEWD courses do not provide academic credits, participants experience affordable, flexible, and rewarding programs. Select CEWD courses offer industry-recognized training for licensure and career certification at the state and national level.