Transfer degree programs allow you to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree prior to transferring to a four-year college or university. Some students transfer to a four-year institution after earning an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree, while others choose to transfer after completing a set number of transferable credits without earning a degree. Transfer degrees offered at Oakton: Associate in Arts (A.A.) (PDF-30k) Associate in Science (A.S.) (PDF-30k) Associate of Science in Engineering (A.S.E.) (PDF-30k) Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) Overview of degree requirements: Area A.A. A.S. A.S.E. A.F.A. General Education Requirements (Areas A-F): 40 credit hours 43 credit hours 34 credit hours 28-31 credit hours Electives and/or Major Requirements: 20 credit hours 17 credit hours 29 credit hours 33-39 credit hours Total credit hours needed for degree: 60 credit hours 60 credit hours 63 credit hours 64-67 credit hours General Education Areas:   Area A – Communications   Area B – Mathematics   Area C – Science   Area D – Social and Behavioral Sciences   Area E – Humanities/Fine Arts   Area F – Contemporary Global Studies