The Associate of Arts (AA) in University Studies at Minot State provides a strong foundation in general education, allowing you to explore a specific field of study. Designed for flexibility, this two-year program can serve as a stepping stone to a four-year degree or prepare you for immediate career opportunities.
11:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
1:1
tutoring, academic advising, and career coaching
Program Highlights
Class Size
Minot State’s small classroom sizes allow you to experience valuable one-on-one interaction with professors and participate in practical collaboration with your classmates.
Get Involved
With over 60 student clubs and organizations, there is a place or two for everyone to belong.
Concentrations
Minot State plans to bundle concentrations or certificates in popular fields to help students who pause their studies or transfer. By selecting courses with an advisor, based on career interests and transfer plans, this approach aims to boost job prospects and ease transferring.
Careers & Outcomes
96%
Job/Graduate School Placement Rate
Concentrations
Questions? We're Here to Help
Office of Enrollment Services
701-858-3350
1-800-777-0750 ext 3350
askmsu@minotstateu.edu
Eric Pietrzak
Academic Advisor
701-858-4039
eric.pietrzak@minotstateu.edu
Additional Program Information
This program is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Our university studies degree with a concentration in early childhood education gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills to work with children from birth through third grade. It’s a great choice if you want to build a career in a Head Start, daycare, or preschool setting. Plus, if you plan to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Education in Early Childhood Education, these courses can count toward that degree.
| ECE 310 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 312 | Methods: Arts Integration | 2 |
| ECE 313 | Language Development and Emerging Literacy | 3 |
| ECE 320 | Infant/Toddler Development | 2 |
| ECE 322 | Leadership and Supervision in Early Childhood Education | 2 |
| Total Hours | 12 |
Our university studies degree with a concentration in policing is designed for students looking to enter the workforce and for current professionals who want to complete their college degree. The program provides essential knowledge for future criminal justice practitioners and allows working professionals to advance their careers with a degree.
| CJ 226 | Introduction to Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CJ 229 | Interviewing and Interrogation | 3 |
| CJ 300 | Policing | 3 |
| CJ 302 | Use of Force in Policing | 3 |
| LEGL 322 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| LEGL 350 | Criminal Procedure | 3 |
| Total Hours | 18 |
