Degree Options
Whether you’re planning to transfer to a university or enter directly into a career, Valencia has a degree to get you there.
In the U.S., community colleges offer an affordable alternative to a university. Compared to a Florida university, Valencia College’s tuition is 40% less. Still, the level of education is just the same. Our two-year A.A. degree fulfills the first half of a bachelor’s degree and guarantees transfers to Florida public university. Or, you can start a specialized career after two years of study in one of our A.S. degree programs.
Pathway to a Bachelor's Degree
Whether you are starting with the Intensive English Program or a two-year associate degree, see how Valencia College leads to a bachelor’s degree.
A.A.
Associate in Arts
Associate in Arts
A.A. Degree
- Two-year degree
- Fulfills the first two years of a bachelor’s degree
- Provides guaranteed transfer to one of Florida’s 12 public universities
- Prepares you to transfer to a university as a junior (third-year student)
- This is a general studies degree, but you can focus on an area of study by following a degree pathway
A.S.
Associate in Science
Associate in Science
A.S. Degree
- Two-year degree
- Prepares you to enter a specialized career field
- May transfer to the B.A.S. (Bachelor of Applied Science) program offered at some universities
- If the program is “articulated,” it will also transfer to a B.A. or B.S. degree program at Valencia College or a designated university.
B.S.
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science
B.S. Degree
- Four-year degree (including time spent earning the associate degree)
- Prepares you to enter an advanced position within a specialized career field
- Valencia College offers three baccalaureate degree programs that are available to
international students:
- B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Organizational Leadership (BASBOL)
- B.S. in Computer Technology and Software Development
- At Valencia College, students must first complete an associate degree before transferring into a baccalaureate program
T.C.
Technical Certificate
Certificate Programs
A.S. Degree
- International students must be degree-seeking and therefore can only earn certificates while also enrolled in an A.A. or A.S. degree program
- Take less than two years to complete
- Prepare you to enter a specialized career field or upgrade your skills for job advancement
- Credits earned through a certificate may be applied to a related A.S. degree
Degree Pathways
Whether you need to improve your English language skills first, or are ready to start one of our degree programs, Valencia College provides an excellent pathway to a bachelor’s degree. Our two-year associate degrees fulfill the first half of a bachelor’s degree, but for about half the cost. With the Associate in Arts (A.A.), you will even have guaranteed transfer to one of Florida’s 12 public universities, including the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
Pathway To a Bachelor's Degree
Intensive English Program at Valencia
Improve your English language skills quickly. There are nine course levels, from beginner to advanced, with start dates every two weeks. Most international students will complete 16 weeks of IEP before transferring to the Associate degree program.
Associate Degree at Valencia
- The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree fulfills the first two years of a bachelor’s degree.
- The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree prepares you to enter directly into a specialized career field.
Bachelor’s Degree at a University
- Guaranteed transfer to one of Florida’s 12 public universities
- Guaranteed transfer to the University of Central Florida in Orlando
- Or, get your Bachelor’s degree available from Valencia College with the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, or the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Business and Organizational Leadership.
Find out which degree option will best help you meet your academic and career goals.