Degree Pathways

Jacksonville College offers Associate Degrees in either Science or Arts. Within these degrees, there are a variety of concentrations, or pathways, that prepare students to lead meaningful lives that transform the world. Explore our degree pathways below.

Associate Degree Pathways

Biblical Studies

Earn your associate degree and pursue a career in pastoral ministry, theology, counseling, worship ministry, and more.

Our biblical studies concentration will give you the foundation needed to pursue a degree in religion, theology, pastoral ministry, and other related fields.

Business

Earning an associate degree with a concentration in business can prepare you for a wide range of careers from accounting to marketing to business management and much more.

Our business concentration will prepare you to pursue a degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, marketing, and other related fields.

BSN Prerequisites

Earn your Associate of Science while taking the required prerequisites you need to prepare for a Bachelor Of Science in Nursing degree.

We will provide the teaching and training you need to help you pursue meaningful work in nursing and healthcare.

Education

Earning your associate degree with a pathway in education, we strive to raise up the very best teachers who will transform the schools where they serve.

An education concentration will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to pursue a bachelor’s degree in education and other related fields.

Kinesiology

Earning an Associate of Science with a concentration in kinesiology will equip you with a solid foundation to start your career or pursue further schooling.

Many individuals with a kinesiology degree become personal trainers, coaches, teachers, and pursue other related careers.

Psychology

Earning an associate degree while learning to obtain a broad understanding of the human mind and behaviors will benefit you in nearly any career.

Our concentration in psychology will equip you to pursue a career in forensics, healthcare, sports psychology, and much more.

Wellness

An associate’s degree with a concentration in health and wellness will prepare you for a wide range of healthcare related fields. You can pursue further education with a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or get a leg up in your current career field.

General- STEM

STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  If you don’t have a clear vision for what major to pursue or what career path to take, a general studies concentration can be highly beneficial. Not only does a general studies pathway help you get your prerequisites out of the way, it also allows you to explore a variety of topics and find a path that interests you.

General- non STEM

We offer a general studies pathway that does not focus on STEM. Determining which concentration is right for you will largely depend on your interests and career goals. You’re welcome to speak with one of our career advisors to help determine the right pathway for you.

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DEGREE PLANS

Associate of Science Degree - CIP 24.0199 Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities - 60 Hours

I. General Requirements (49-51 hrs)

Communication (6-7 hrs)

— ENGL 1301 or 1401

Choose one of the following:

— ENGL 1302, 2311

— SPCH 1311, 1315, 1321

Fine Arts (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ARTS 1301

— DRAM 1310

— MUSI 1306

Government (6 hrs)

— GOVT 2305

— GOVT 2306

American History (6 hrs)

— HIST 1301

— HIST 1302

Humanities (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ENGL 2322, 2323, 2333, 2341

— DRAM 2361, 2362

— HIST 2301, 2321, 2322

— HUMA 1301, 2323

— PHIL 1301, 1304, 2306, 2321

— SPAN 2311, 2312

Mathematics (3-4 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— MATH 1314, 1316, 1324, 1325, 1332, 1342, 1350, 1351,

1414, 1432, 1442, 2413, 2414

Natural Sciences (6-8 hrs)

Choose two of the following:

— BIOL 1322, 1406, 1407, 1411, 1413, 2401, 2402, 2404, 2420

— CHEM 1411, 1412

— PHYS 1405

 

Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ECON 2301, 2302

— GEOG 1303

— PSYC 2301, 2314, 2319

— SOCI 1301, 1306

Religion (6 hrs)

Choose two of the following:

— BIBL 1301, 1302, 2301, 2321

— PHIL 1304, 2321

Physical Education (1 hr)

Choose one PHED course worth 1 hour

Learning Frameworks (3 hrs)

— EDUC 1300

 II. Electives (9-11 hrs, or remaining hours after General Requirements)

 

*Required for Associate of Science Degree: 12 hours of sophomore-level courses and 15 hours taken at Jacksonville College (resident hours)

Associate of Arts Degree - CIP 24.0199 Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities - 60 Hours

I. General Requirements (49-51 hrs)

Communication (6-7 hrs)

— ENGL 1301 or 1401

Choose one of the following:

— ENGL 1302, ENGL 2311 (Grade of “C” or higher)

— SPCH 1311, 1315, 1321

Fine Arts (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ARTS 1301

— DRAM 1310

— MUSI 1306

Government (6 hrs)

— GOVT 2305

— GOVT 2306

American History (6 hrs)

— HIST 1301

— HIST 1302

Humanities (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ENGL 2322, 2323, 2333, 2341

— DRAM 2361, 2362

— HIST 2301, 2321, 2322

— HUMA 1301, 2323

— PHIL 1301, 1304, 2306, 2321

— SPAN 2311, 2312

Mathematics (3-4 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— MATH 1314, 1316, 1324, 1325, 1332, 1342, 1350, 1351, 1414, 1432, 1442, 2413, 2414

Natural Sciences (6-8 hrs)

Choose two of the following:

— BIOL 1322, 1406, 1407, 1411, 1413, 2401, 2402, 2404, 2420

— CHEM 1411, 1412

— PHYS 1405

Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs)

Choose one of the following:

— ECON 2301, 2302

— GEOG 1303

— PSYC 2301, 2314, 2319

— SOCI 1301, 1306

Religion (6 hrs)

Choose two of the following:

— BIBL 1301, 1302, 2301, 2321

— PHIL 1304, 2321

Physical Education (1 hr)

Choose one PHED course worth 1 hour

Learning Frameworks (3 hrs)

— EDUC 1300

Foreign Language (6 hrs)

Choose two of the following:

— SPAN 1411, 1412, 2311, 2312

— LATI 1411
II. Electives (9-11 hrs, or remaining hours after General Requirements)

 

*Required for Associate of Arts Degree: 12 hours of sophomore-level courses and 15 hours taken at Jacksonville College (resident hours)

Bachelors of Science Degree - CIP 38.0203 Christian Ministry

Purpose and Objectives: The Christian Ministry major is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for ministry in a variety of contexts.

By the completion of this degree, graduates will:

  1. Possess foundational skills for ministry as either pastors, teachers, missionaries, or in other positions of Christian leadership.
  2. Be equipped to minister effectively in vocational ministry, marketplace ministry, or volunteer ministry roles.
  3. Develop skills necessary to understand and communicate God’s Word.
  4. Have a biblical foundation for integrating faith and knowledge in the pursuit of truth.

 

Depending on courses selected, this degree program requires 122-127 semester hours along with 6 semesters of participation in the JC Works program

General Education Core:

Communication (6 hrs)
  • ENGL 1301 Composition I
  • ENGL 1302 Composition II or SPCH 1315 Public Speaking or SPCH 1321 Business & Professional Communication
Fine Arts (3 hrs)
  • ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation
  • DRAM 1310 Theater Appreciation
  • MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation
Government (6 hrs)
  • GOVT 2305 Federal Government
  • GOVT 2306 Texas Government
American History (6 hrs)
  • HIST 1301 United States History I
  • HIST 1302 United States History II
Humanities (3 hrs)
  • PHIL 1304 Introduction to World Religions
Foreign Language (7 hrs)
  • BIBL 3313 Introduction to Language Tools
  • SPAN 1411 Beginning Spanish I
Mathematics (3 hrs)
  • MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences

Natural Sciences (6-8 hrs)

Choose two of the following:
  • BIOL 1322, 1406, 1407, 2404
  • GEOL 1301, 1302
  • CHEM 1411, 1412
  • PHYS 1405
Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs)
  • PSYC 2301 Christian Psychology
Physical Education (1 hr)
  • PHED elective
Learning Frameworks (3 hrs)
  • EDUC 1300 Learning Frameworks

 

Professional/Vocational Certification Courses (12-15 hrs)

Courses leading to non-ministerial professional training or certification. For example:
  • COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals I
  • COSC 1437 Programming Fundamentals II
  • COSC 2325 Computer Organization
  • COSC 2436 Programming Fundamentals III
      AA Level Biblical Studies Courses (9 Hours)
      • BIBL 1301 Old Testament Survey
      • BIBL 1302 New Testament Survey
      • BIBL 2311 Life of Christ
      • Degree Major (42 hrs):

      Biblical Studies (12 hrs)
      • BIBL 3314 Introduction to Hermeneutics
      • BIBL 4321 Studies in the Gospels
      • BIBL 4322 New Testament Interpretation
      • BIBL 4331 Old Testament Interpretation
      Theology (12 hrs)
      • THEO 4311 Christian Doctrine I
      • THEO 4312 Christian Doctrine II
      • HIST 4312 History of Christianity
      • PHIL 2306 Christian Ethics
      Ministry (18 hrs)
      • MNST 3311 The Christian Ministry
      • MNST 3312 Biblical Disciple-Making I
      • MNST 4311 Biblical Disciple-Making and Evangelism II
        MNST 4321 Leadership and Disciple-Making
      • MNST 3331 Church Administration
      • MNST 4326 Introduction to Christian Counseling
      • Degree Pathways:

      Pastoral Ministry
      • MNST 4312 Ministry and the Smaller Church
      • MNST 4314 Principles of Church Health and Revitalization
      • MNST 3341 Sermon Preparation
      • MNST 4342 Sermon Delivery
      Missions
      • MNST 3351 History & Philosophy of Missions
      • MNST 3354 Missionary Biographies
      • MNST 4352 Church Planting or MNST 4355 Cross-Cultural Church Planting
      • One general elective
      Christian Education
      • MNST 3313 Introduction to Christian Education
      • MNST 4317 Creative Teaching
      • MNST 4331 Biblical Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Management
      • One general elective
      Women’s Ministry
      • MNST 4316 Women in Ministry
      • MNST 4331 Biblical Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Management
      • MNST Class to be developed in conjunction with seminary
      • One general elective
      Elective Pathway

      Choose Four of the Following:

      • MNST 3321 Worship Leadership
      • MNST 3351 History & Philosophy of Missions
      • MNST 3354 Missionary Biographies
      • MNST 4312 Ministry and the Smaller Church
      • MNST 4314 Principles of Church Health and Revitalization
      • MNST 4316 Women in Ministry
      • MNST 4331 Biblical Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Management
      • MNST 4352 Church Planting
      • MNST 4355 Cross-Cultural Church Planting
      • THEO 4315 Christian Devotional Literature

          Experiential Learning

          Minimum 6 semesters of experiential learning in JC Works
          • Minimum of 2 semesters of work on campus
          • Minimum of 2 semesters of work with an external partner
            Junior College Diploma - 60 hours

            I. General Requirements (6-7 hrs)

            Communication (6-7 hrs)

            — ENGL 1301 or 1401

            — ENGL 1302

            		 II. Electives (53-54 hrs)

             

            *Required for Junior College Diploma: 15 hours taken at Jacksonville College (resident hours)

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