Associate of Technical Studies

This online degree program is for professionals in specialty areas seeking to advance in their careers. Any state, national or vendor certifications or licenses you currently hold can count for up to 30 technical credits toward your ATS degree — giving you a head start on finishing the program.

The ATS also provides a seamless pathway into UA’s bachelor’s degree programs, including allied health care administration, organizational supervision, emergency management, and homeland security.

Students in the program typically include cosmetologists, electricians, firefighters, HVAC specialists, paramedics, plumbers, police officers, and more.

Affordability

You can begin the program with up to 30 credits already completed from your current certifications and licenses — significantly lowering your overall cost.

Plus, you may be able to save even more money by transferring previously earned college credits to the ATS degree. Our Adult & Transfer Student Center for Enrollment can help you determine which credits might transfer.

Time to Degree

The online ATS was designed with the working adult and parent in mind. The flexible online format allows you to study when convenient, giving you time for work and family.

If you enter with the full 30 technical credits, and no previous college coursework, you will only need to complete 21-30 additional, general education credits — which would take about two semesters of full-time study.