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The Humanities and Social Science degree program at SUNY Niagara include the foundation courses for many college degree programs. The information, concepts, and attitudes conveyed in these courses are easily applied to any career goal.
The Humanities and Social Science degree program is designed to allow maximum flexibility in creating a program. Such a broad-based liberal arts major is appropriate for students who plan to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program in fields such as anthropology, economics, English, history, modern languages, philosophy, psychology, social sciences, sociology, or international studies. The majority of graduates from this major transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree.
The Humanities and Social Science degree program is also appropriate for students with a more specific career direction. Careers such as architecture, childhood education, chiropractic, exceptional education, government or legal studies, management science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and secondary education begin with a liberal arts base.
The flexibility of the Humanities and Social Science degree program is also appropriate for students who are undecided on a career pathway and who wish to explore several academic areas. LAHS maintains numerous Dual Admissions and Articulation agreements with many local four year colleges and universities. The program is also available as a distance-learning option.
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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities and Social Science, A.A.
SUNY Niagara’s Humanities and Social Science A.A. gives you the foundation courses for many bachelor’s degrees, with the flexibility to build your own program. You can also study online.
Last updated: Oct. 22, 2026
What careers does this A.A. lead to?
All of these careers need a bachelor’s degree, and many need a graduate degree or more training. This A.A. is your first step.
What will I learn to do?
How much can I earn in Western New York?
Starting pay is what newer workers typically earn. Median means half of workers earn more and half earn less. These jobs usually need a bachelor’s degree.
Western New York includes Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties. The median for all jobs in the region is about $51,360. Pay depends on the job, your experience, your education and the employer.
What is the job outlook in Western New York?
Across all jobs in Western New York, employment is expected to grow about 9%.
Where do humanities and social science graduates work?
Research, writing and critical thinking skills are valued in almost every field.
How do I get there?
The program is designed for transfer to bachelor’s programs in fields like anthropology, economics, English, history, modern languages, philosophy, psychology, sociology and international studies. SUNY Niagara has dual admissions and articulation agreements with many local four-year colleges. Work with your advisor to plan your transfer.
Which tracks can I choose?
See the catalog for each track’s requirements.