(Degree, Program Diploma and Program Certificate Programs)
Bismarck State College offers programs and courses leading to one of three types of degrees, to a program diploma or to a program certificate. An Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree is awarded to students who complete the requirements for these degrees.

An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree, a program diploma or a program certificate is awarded to students who complete the requirements of a technical program. Students in some technical programs may earn an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree.