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Associate Program Overview
Build the foundation of entry-level skills for your chosen professional field—and
establish the general education base you need to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the
future. All our associate degree programs feature the option to transfer 42 credits
plus the option to study online or on campus.
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What You’ll Learn
Gain insight into business administration fundamentals, plus knowledge about the broader economy and business law.
Featured Courses
- Principles of Financial Accounting I & II
- Foundations of Business
- Business Ethics and the Legal Environment
- Principles of Economics
- Introduction to International Business
What You’ll Learn
Understand how children grow, develop, and learn, then explore principles of delivering age-appropriate lessons in line with health and safety standards.
Featured Courses
- Growth and Development I & II
- Guidance and Classroom Management
- Family and Community Relations
- Creative Experiences
- Science and Math Concepts
What You’ll Learn
Explore the theory behind IT systems and build practical skills for implementing and maintaining them. Courses also cover the computer’s impact on business.
Featured Courses
- Foundations of Cybersecurity
- Introduction to Data Communication and Networking
- Introduction to Databases
- Introduction to Programming and Logic
- Survey of Operating Systems
MSCHE Accredited
University of the Potomac is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.*
Small Classes, Experienced Faculty
We know it’s important for students to feel supported while they study—online or in person. You’ll study in small, diverse classes led by faculty with real-world experience in their fields.
Study Options to Fit Your Life
You can earn your associate degree in person at our Washington, DC or Falls Church, Virginia campuses. Can’t commute to class? Study online if that works better for you.
Ready to Get Started?
Build the foundation of skills and knowledge you need to pursue entry-level professional opportunities with an associate degree. Talk to a University of the Potomac admissions advisor today!
*University of the Potomac is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or Commission). The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status was reaffirmation on March 18, 2025. The next evaluation visit is scheduled for 2031-2032. MSCHE is a global institutional accreditor recognized by the United States Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (“candidacy status”) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.