Programs of Study
LCC offers nearly 100 programs of study, including transfer and general studies programs, career-technical education (CTE) degrees and certificates, and non-credit training certificates.
Important Information for All Programs
Changes - Programs and courses are subject to change within the year. All changes are reflected in the Addendum of the current catalog.
Grading - All programs require default grading (must be completed with a letter grade of C- or better, or Pass) unless specified otherwise.
Total Credits - program total credits can vary due to choosing lower- or higher-credit course options (i.e. WR 115W at 3 credits versus WR 115 at 4 credits). Program totals listed in the catalog usually represent the lowest total credits needed to complete a program.
Honors - Some courses have an Honors version (the notation "H" is added in the course number). While not called out in programs, Honors courses will be accepted wherever the regular version of the course is listed.
Writing - Students who have received a B.A., a B.S., or a higher degree from an appropriately accredited U.S. college or university shall have fulfilled their writing requirement for general education towards an associate of applied science degree or professional-technical certificate.
Types of Degrees and Certificates Offered
Applied Baccalaureate (AB)
Applied Baccalaureate (AB) degrees are intended to prepare graduates for direct entry into the workforce. AB degrees may also help to prepare students for career advancement, occupational licensure, or further study at the master’s level. AB degrees build upon the skills gained in two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees or comparable associate degrees.
Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT)
The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree is a state-approved associate degree that is intended to prepare students to transfer to public universities in Oregon. The AAOT is a block-transfer degree, which means a student with an AAOT will have met the lower-division general education requirements for baccalaureate degree programs at Oregon public universities. Students transferring with an AAOT degree will have junior standing for registration purposes only. Students who receive the AAOT and transfer still must meet the receiving university's admission requirements, including course standing, grade point average and foreign language requirements. The AAOT does not guarantee admission to a public university, admission to a competitive major, or junior standing in a major.
Associate of Science Oregon Transfer (ASOT)
The Associate of Science Oregon Transfer (ASOT) degree is a state-approved associate degree that is intended to prepare students to transfer to public universities in Oregon, with a focus in a specific transfer major (LCC offers Business and Computer Science only). The ASOT is a block-transfer degree, which means a student with an ASOT will have met the lower-division general education requirements for baccalaureate degree programs at Oregon public universities, along with requirements tailored at each intended transfer institution. Students transferring with an ASOT degree will have junior standing for registration purposes only. The ASOT (in Business or Computer Science) does not guarantee admission to Oregon universities, admission to a competitive major, or junior standing in a major. Course, class standing, or GPA requirements for specific majors, departments, or schools are not necessarily satisfied by an ASOT in Business or Computer Science.
Associate of Arts Transfer/Associate of Science Transfer (AAT/AST)
The Associate of Arts Transfer (AAT) and Associate of Science Transfer (AST) degrees were created to meet the requirements of House Bill 2998 to prepare students for transfer to a public university in Oregon and have junior standing in a specific Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree program.
Associate of General Studies
The Associate of General Studies (AGS) degree will be awarded to students who complete a curriculum generally designed to meet broad educational goals. The AGS may be earned through coursework that includes lower-division collegiate and elective courses, or a combination of courses that includes career-technical education. Due to this degree's flexibility, it is not considered to be a transfer degree. It does not guarantee admission to a four-year institution, nor does it ensure all lower-division general education requirements have been met. Students should work closely with an Academic Advisor to craft a degree plan appropriate to their educational goals.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
AAS degrees are intended to prepare graduates for direct entry into the workforce. AAS degrees may also help to prepare students for career advancement, occupational licensure, or further study at the baccalaureate level. These are general requirements for all Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees. See individual AAS programs for specific requirements.
Certificates of Completion
Certificates of Completion are connected to occupational and/or industry standards and are meant to provide job skills, career training, or occupational readiness. These requirements are meant to be a guide. Individual certificate programs may have specific requirements beyond those listed here, and students must meet the specified requirements in order to receive an award. Certificates of Completion may be aligned with associate degrees. Each student is strongly encouraged to work with a Lane academic advisor or career counselor to match career goals with an appropriate program.
Types of Certificates:
- 1-year Certificates (45-60 credits)
- Short-Term Certificates (12-44 credits)
- Career Pathway Certificates (12-44 credits)
Career Pathway Certificates of Completion (CPC) are fully embedded in programs of 45 credits or more. They acknowledge proficiency in specific technical skills and are a milestone toward completion of a more advanced program. CPCs help students qualify for entry-level jobs, enhance their current program, or advance in their current field of employment.
Core Transfer Map (CTM)
The Core Transfer Map is a group of eight classes that add up to at least 30 credits. When the full set of eight courses are successfully completed at an Oregon community college, they are guaranteed to transfer as a block to any Oregon public university, and they will count toward that university's core bachelor's degree requirements. The CTM will be noted on a student's transcript upon completion of the requirements and at the request of the student. Students may take classes that fit these categories at any Oregon community college, and all classes transfer to meet at least 30 credits of general education requirements for a bachelor's degree at any Oregon public university. Note that students interested in a specific major should consult with an Academic Advisor of that area when picking their specific Core Transfer Map classes. This will help keep you on track for credits towards your 4-year degree completion, by helping you select Core Transfer Map classes that can also fulfill lower-division requirements in your major.
Oregon Transfer Module
The OTM is a state-approved Transcription Notation, not a degree or certificate. For students intending to transfer within a year to a public university in Oregon, this transcript notation ensures the 45 credits of specific general education requirements and electives will be accepted at any state institution and ensures sophomore status for registration purposes. Upon transfer, the receiving institution may specify additional course work required for a major or for degree requirements or to make up the difference between the Transfer Module and the institution's total General Education requirements. Any student holding an Oregon Transfer Module that conforms to the guidelines below will have met the requirements for the Transfer Module at any Oregon community college or public institution. Oregon Transfer Module credits also may not match program requirements in the receiving school. Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor for planning their courses. The Oregon Transfer Module includes 45 credits of course work, equivalent to 3 academic quarters.