by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 40 schools in the New England Region to determine which ones were the best for liberal arts students pursuing a associate degree. Combined, these schools handed out 2,960 associate degrees in liberal arts to qualified students.
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Your choice of liberal arts for getting your associate degree school matters. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for liberal arts students working on their associate degree.
The liberal studies school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Liberal Arts Associate Degree Schools in the New England Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
Strengthen your communication and critical-thinking skills with this online associate in liberal arts degree from Southern New Hampshire University.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in liberal arts.
Community College of Rhode Island is a wonderful decision for individuals interested in an associate degree in liberal arts. Located in the small city of Warwick, CCRI is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Community College of Rhode Island
Any student pursuing a degree in an associate degree in liberal arts has to look into Providence College. Located in the midsize city of Providence, Providence is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Providence College
It is difficult to beat Three Rivers Community College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in liberal arts. Located in the city of Norwich, Three Rivers Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Three Rivers Community College
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in liberal arts needs to look into Middlesex Community College. Middlesex Community College is a moderately-sized public college located in the suburb of Bedford.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Middlesex Community College
North Shore Community College is a wonderful choice for individuals pursuing an associate degree in liberal arts. North Shore Community College is a small public college located in the suburb of Danvers.More information about a associate in liberal arts from North Shore Community College
MassBay Community College is a small public college located in the suburb of Wellesley Hills.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Massachusetts Bay Community College
Located in the city of Springfield, STCC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Springfield Technical Community College
Gateway Community College is a medium-sized public college located in the medium-sized city of New Haven.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Gateway Community College
Located in the suburb of Fall River, Bristol is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Bristol Community College
NCC is a small public college located in the city of Norwalk.More information about a associate in liberal arts from Norwalk Community College
Explore the best liberal arts schools for a specific state in the New England Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 257 | 1,723 |
| Connecticut | 156 | 643 |
| New Hampshire | 114 | 189 |
| Rhode Island | 101 | 9 |
| Maine | 94 | 270 |
| Vermont | 69 | 126 |
Liberal Arts is one of 3 different types of Liberal Arts General Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 3,571 |
| Individualized Studies | 736 |
| Humanities | 2 |
