Degrees & Credentials
Find the Learning Path That Fits You
At Mid-State, your education is built around your goals. Whether you’re starting your first career, advancing in your current one, or learning new skills, we offer a variety of degrees and credentials designed to help you get there.
Our Degrees & Credentials
Associate Degrees
Prepare for a career or a smooth transfer to a four-year college with a Mid-State associate degree. These programs blend hands-on, career-focused training with general education courses to build a strong foundation for both employment and continued learning.
Technical Degrees
Gain job-ready skills with a technical degree. These programs deliver practical, career-specific training to help you enter the workforce quickly—or, in many cases, continue on to an associate degree for even greater career advancement.
Certificates
Level up your skills fast with a short-term certificate. These even more focused programs deliver real-world training to help you move ahead in your career or prepare for a degree.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn through Mid-State’s apprenticeship programs. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a skilled trade while receiving classroom instruction and mentorship from industry professionals.
Start Strong with GED® or HSED Preparation
Need to earn your GED ® or HSED before starting college? Our Adult Education team is here to help you prepare, build confidence, and move forward at your own pace.
Student Classifications
Understanding your student classification helps you plan your schedule, financial aid, and workload. Here’s how we define each:
Full-Time Student
Enrolled in 12 or more undergraduate credits per semester.
Part-Time Student
Enrolled in fewer than 12 undergraduate credits per semester.
Non-Degree Seeking or Undeclared Student
Taking undergraduate classes for college credit without being admitted into a specific degree, diploma, or certificate program.
Other Academic Options
Looking for something different? Mid-State offers even more ways to keep learning and growing.
Classes for Credit
Enroll in a single class for credit or personal interest.
Continuing Education
Upgrade your skills or explore a new hobby with flexible non-credit courses.
Workforce Training
Partner with Mid-State to strengthen your business through customized training and professional development.
