Imagine More and Make a Lasting Impact
Thinking. Communicating. Performing. Educating. Connecting.
As a student in the School of Arts, Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences, you will develop skills valued by employers, including critical thinking, writing, and ethical reasoning. We provide opportunities for artistic expression, research, internships, and service learning within a supportive and personalized environment. We are proud of who our students are and the leaders they are becoming in a changing world.
Degree and Certificate Programs
Associate Degree Programs
- Communication Media Arts (AA)
- Communication Studies (AA)
- Fine Arts (AS)
- Graphic Design (AAS)
- Humanities (AA)
- Photography (AS)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (AA)
- Teacher Education Transfer (AS)
(Adolescence Education, Childhood Education, and Early Childhood Education) - Visual and Performing Arts (AS)
Certificate Offerings
Microcredential Offerings
CAREER OUTLOOK
Mean salary information is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics calculations from May 2023. Entry-level requirements may include a bachelor’s degree.
$80,390
MEAN WAGE NYS
$64,700
National Mean Wage
$81,130
MEAN WAGE NYS
$53,380
National Mean Wage
$106,130
MEAN WAGE NYS
$110,300
National Mean Wage
$96,400
MEAN WAGE NYS
$73,800
National Mean Wage
Our Students Stand Out
“RCC’s diverse social environment and generous intellectual space helped me hone my academic interests and propel myself into the next phase of my academic career, equipped with tools and skills that will serve me in school and out.”
ZuZu Tadeushuk '19
School of Arts and Humanities
“I always knew that I was interested in education but my time at RCC has helped solidify my passion for teaching. My professors supported me every step of the way, so I knew I could accomplish my goals.”
Denise Mizhirumbay
School of Education and Social Sciences
STUDENT SUCCESS Team
We want you to feel supported throughout your experience at RCC. We know that this is a new and exciting time for you, and you might need help figuring it all out. At RCC, you will have a Student Success Team made up of faculty, First Year Seminar (FYS), and Student Success advisors who specialize in the School of Business and Professional Studies.
During your first semester, you will get to know your faculty, FYS, Student Success advisors at RCC. Our Student Success page has more information about how to prepare to see your Student Success Team.
- Choosing Your Classes
- Exploring Career Options
- Transfer Preparedness
- Wellness
- Tutoring
- Other Support Service Referrals
Admissions Information Sessions
Join one of our live Admissions Information Sessions to find out more about RCC, the benefits of a community college and how to apply to the College, financial aid, student activities and so much more.
Upcoming Program Info Sessions
- February 17, 2022 at 4 pm – School of Education and Social Sciences Virtual Open House
Contact
Interim Dean:
Patricia Maloney-Titland
patricia.maloneytitland
School Support Staff:
Rosemary Witte
[email protected]
School Office:
Cultural Arts Center, Room 7101
Phone: 845-574-4471