The Academic Program at
Young Harris College

The faculty at Young Harris College is composed of four academic divisions: Fine Arts, Humanities, Mathematics and Science, and Social and Behavioral Studies.  Within these divisions, students may choose from the following degree programs which have been designed within the framework of a core of selected courses to provide a strong general education for transfer to senior colleges and universities:

• Associate of Arts with a concentration in the liberal arts or religious studies
• Associate of Fine Arts with a concentration in art, music, musical theatre, or theatre;
• Associate of Science with a concentration in allied health, business, education, hospitality administration, international business, recreation, or science.

Essential Academic Core

Young Harris College's focus is on teaching and student success in learning.  The following student success goals have been established, which the College believes are the distinguishing characteristics of the Young Harris College graduate:

1. A body of knowledge requisite to earning a specific academic degree
2. The ability to think logically, critically, and creatively
3. The ability to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading, and writing
4. Basic mathematical skills
5. The ability to utilize information technology
6. An understanding of diverse beliefs and values
7. An appreciation of the aesthetic dimensions of human expression
8. An understanding of global issues, problems, and challenges
9. An understanding of Christian values and principles and how these inform the development of Christian faith and character
10. Interpersonal skills for sensitive, cooperative, and responsible interaction.

To insure that all graduates attain these goals, the College has established an essential academic core which is required of all students, regardless of degree and concentration:

• English 101
• English 102
• One Mathematics Course (Math 101 or higher)
• Speech 110
• One English Literature Course
• One Fine Arts Appreciation Course in art, music, or theatre (required of all students except those seeking the Associate of Fine Arts Degree)
• On Religion or Philosophy Course
• Two Science Courses
• Computer Science 101
• Political Science 101
• One History Course (History 204, 205, 208, or 209)