by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 7 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of general education. Combined, these schools handed out 579 associate degrees in general education to qualified students.
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Your choice of general education for getting your associate degree school matters. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of associate graduates during the early years of their career. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their associate degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for general education students working on their associate degree.
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best General Education Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list, to help you choose the best school for you.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in general education.
University of the District of Columbia is a wonderful decision for students pursuing an associate degree in general education. University of the District of Columbia is a small public university located in the city of Washington.More information about a associate in general education from University of the District of Columbia
Middlesex County College is one of the best schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in general education. Located in the suburb of Edison, Middlesex County College is a public college with a large student population.
Associate graduates who receive their degree from the education program earn an average of $16,846 in their early career salary.
More information about a associate in general education from Middlesex County College
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in general education has to take a look at Brookdale Community College. Located in the suburb of Lincroft, Brookdale Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.
Soon after graduating, education associate recipients typically make about $19,157 at the beginning of their careers.
More information about a associate in general education from Brookdale Community College
It's difficult to beat SUNY Empire State College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in general education. Located in the small suburb of Saratoga Springs, SUNY Empire is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in general education from SUNY Empire State College
LCCC is a medium-sized public college located in the rural area of Schnecksville.More information about a associate in general education from Lehigh Carbon Community College
CCBC is a fairly large public college located in the large suburb of Baltimore.More information about a associate in general education from Community College of Baltimore County
RCSJ is a medium-sized public college located in the suburb of Sewell.More information about a associate in general education from Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus
Explore the best general education schools for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 196 | 49 |
| Pennsylvania | 179 | 47 |
| New Jersey | 137 | 293 |
| Maryland | 126 | 131 |
| District of Columbia | 36 | 31 |
One of 14 majors within the Education area of study, General Education has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 579 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 1,296 |
| Teaching Assistants | 334 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 289 |
| Special Education | 12 |
| Instructional Media Design | 11 |
| Educational Administration | 4 |
| Teaching English or French | 1 |
