Apr 01, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

Social Sciences AA

Location(s): Greenbrier Valley Campus, Mercer County Campus, Nicholas County Campus, Raleigh County Campus, Advanced Technology Center


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The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree program with a concentration in Social Sciences at New River Community and Technical College is committed to providing a broad, balanced foundation in the liberal arts and sciences that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, and lifelong learning. Our mission is to empower students with the academic skills and intellectual curiosity necessary to succeed in a diverse and dynamic world. By emphasizing interdisciplinary exploration and transferable knowledge, the A.A. degree prepares students for successful transfer to four-year institutions, meaningful careers, and informed civic engagement

Required Courses


Total Semester Hours 16


Second Semester


Total Semester Hours 16


Third Semester


  • ENGL Literature Elective 3 Credit Hours 

  • 3 Credit Hours
  • Concentration PSYC, SOCI, HIST, ECON, POSC 3 Credit Hours

  • Concentration PSYC, SOCI, HIST, ECON, POSC 3 Credit Hours

  • Elective See List Below 3 Credit Hours

Total Semester Hours 15


Fourth Semester


  • 1 Credit Hours
  • Concentration PSYC, SOCI, HIST, ECON, POSC 3 Credit Hours

  • Concentration PSYC, SOCI, HIST, ECON, POSC 3 Credit Hours

  • Concentration PSYC, SOCI, HIST, ECON, POSC 3 Credit Hours 

  • Elective See list below 3 Credit Hours

Total Semester Hours 13


Total Program credit Hours 60


Restricted electives: FINA, HUMN, MUSC, COMM, ENGL, THEA, 

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