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Minnesota North College
Liberal Arts Degree
Learning Outcomes
100

Are the liberal arts growing or falling in popularity in America today?

Falling

100

Will an aspiring FBI agent with a degree in liberal arts be hired?

Yes, 15.01% of the FBI's workforce has liberal arts degrees.

100

Where is Minnesota North College?

There are 6 campuses! Hibbing, Itasca, Mesabi-Virginia, Mesabi-Eveleth, Rainy River, & Ely!

100

Why a liberal arts degree?

It will make you a well-rounded student because you have studied many subjects.

100

Communicate Effectively

Writing, Speaking, Reading, Listening skills

200

Which American Governor stated that taxpayers should not have to "subsidize intellectual curiosity?"

Ronald Reagan, former CA Governor.

200
What differentiates the performance of someone with a liberal arts degree compared to someone who does not have one in the workforce?
Their ability to think critically and communicate clearly.
200

What are class sizes like?

Class sizes are small with close-knit groups of students!
200

What are example areas of liberal arts studies?

Anthropology, Communication, Economics, English, History, Interdisciplinary Studies, Languages and Cultures, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, Visual and Performing Arts

200

Demonstrate Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving

Write Clearly, Think Critically, and Engage in Learning.

300
What was the American liberal arts college modeled after?
Oxford and Cambridge.
300

A survey released in 2013 stated that these were the areas that potential employers wanted to see improvement in new graduates...

1. Critical thinking & reasoning skills 2. The ability to analyze and solve complex problems 3. Good oral communication skills 4. Good writing skills

300

How are the faculty?

They really focus on the craft of teaching unlike at four-year universities and they know students by name!

300

How many credits to get my A.A. in liberal arts?

60 credits total. 17 of those credits are electives.

300

Practice Ethical Citizenship

Engage in activities that positively impact your environment & community

400
What is a liberal education?
An education based primarily on the liberal arts, emphasizing the development of intellectual abilities as opposed to the acquisition of professional skills.
400
Can liberal arts skills be lucrative (profitable)?
Yes, a third of Fortune 500 CEOs have liberal arts degrees.
400

What are my class schedule choices?

Asynchronous: completely online, Hybrid: online & in-person, & Completely Face-to-Face

400

Can I transfer with this degree?

Yes. This degree meets the general education requirements at 4-year universities & more!

400

Integrate & Apply Learning

Demonstrate skills across classes

500
What was the historic purpose of a liberal education?
To educate young men in a manor of befitting civic and religious leaders.
500

What major company employs the most liberal arts majors?

Walt Disney Company, 22.03% of their employees have a liberal arts education.

500

Is it affordable?

Minnesota state colleges offer the lowest tuition and fees in Minnesota, giving you access to first-rate education options and the ability to avoid or limit debt.

500

What percentage of students graduate with liberal arts degrees?

40% of students graduate with a liberal arts degree.

500

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