Degree Programs of study

When you invest in yourself at Harford, you do so knowing you have the full support of faculty and staff who will walk beside you every step of the way to help you succeed.

Harford's 90+ degree and certificate programs give you the momentum you need to take the next step in your career and in your life. If you're unsure what you want to study, check out the Areas of Interest and then explore the programs that fall into that area. If you already know what you want, use the Programs of Study list below to explore the requirements.

Still not sure? Make an appointment to talk to someone in Advising and Career Services for help deciding.

DID YOU KNOW?

When choosing a major, it's beneficial to research how easily your degree will transfer to another institution. Harford Community Colleges has formal articulation agreements with many four-year colleges and universities that create a streamlined process for transferring academic credits. Many also provide scholarships opportunities.

Areas of Interest

Choose the areas of study that interests you and explore the program options available. Looking to learn a trade or skill to get you quickly into the workforce? We have that too!

Computers | Math | Data If you like problem solving, working with computers, formulas, and the "what ifs," the programs in this interest area may be for you.

If you are supportive and thrive on helping others, the programs in this interest area may be for you.

If you are interested in sciences, discovery, medicines, and how they interact, programs in this interest area may be for you.

If you are detailed and find money and commerce fascinating, programs in this interest area may be for you.

Expressive, creative, and original. If any of these describe you, programs in this interest area may be for you.

If you thrive on storytelling and find interest in, and connections between, many diverse areas, take a look at programs in this area.

If you see yourself in a hands-on career and are curious about the way things work, programs in this interest area may be for you.

If you're not quite sure what you want to do or are interested in pursuing multiple options, this may be the program that fits you best.

Not interested in a degree but want to enter the workforce as soon as possible? Explore the programs in this interest area.

Programs of Study

• Accounting
• Agricultural Studies
• Art + Design
• Biology
• Biotechnology
• Business Administration
• Business Management
• Chemistry
• Communication Studies
• Community Health Promotion
• Computer Aided Design and Drafting
• Computer Information Systems
• Computer Science
• Criminal Justice
• Data Science
• Digital Media
• Education
• Engineering Technology
• Engineering
• English
• Environmental Science
• Exercise Science
• General Studies
• Geospatial Technology
• Health Information Technology
• History
• Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
• Information Systems Management
• Interactive Media Production
• Mathematics
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Office Assistant
• Music
• Nursing
• Paralegal Studies
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Sociology
• Technical and Professional Studies
• Theatre

Explore Your Options

Think about what you love, what interests you, and what kind of environment you like to work in. All of these things play a part in choosing your major. Harford Community College is a great place to take your time and discover what fits: online, remote, face-to-face, or hybrid.

Degrees Offered at Harford

AS Associate of Science Recognizes a curricular focus on science, mathematics, engineering and technology. The Associate of Sciences degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

AFA Associate of Fine Art Recognizes a curricular focus on the fine arts (studio, graphic, digital, photographic and similar arts subjects). It focuses heavily on portfolio or performance preparation and is geared to those who wish to pursue a BFA at a university.

AA Associate of Arts Recognizes a curricular focus on the liberal arts (humanities, social sciences and similar subjects) and fine arts. The Associate of Arts degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

AAS Associate of Applied Science Recognizes a curricular focus on science, mathematics, engineering and technology. The Associate of Sciences degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

AAT Associate of Arts in Teaching Recognizes a curricular focus in teacher education that meets the lower-level degree academic content, outcomes, and requirements for teacher education similar to the first two years of a baccalaureate program in teacher education.

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