Jun 07, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook

Programs of Study (A-Z)


RCC offers the following degrees or certificates for students who successfully complete approved programs:

  • Associate of Science (AS) degree is awarded to students who plan to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program and major in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Science at a four-year college or university. 
  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is awarded to students majoring in occupational-technical curricula, who may plan to obtain full-time jobs immediately after graduation from the College.
  • Certificate is awarded to students who complete one of the approved non-degree curricula (less than two years in length).
  • Career Studies Certificate is awarded to students who complete one of the approved programs of study consisting of between 9 and 29 credit hours. Career Studies Certificates are designed to give specific jobs skills in a short period of time and are not required to include general education courses.