Program Details
Average Median Pay*
$39,850 per year
*Salary information provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Program Overview
The Associate in Science degree in Office Administration is a 60-credit hour program designed for students who are interested in working as an administrative assistant, office manager, or any level of secretarial and clerical support in a modern office setting.
In this program you will learn a variety of skills including software applications, management, office procedures, document production, and general business knowledge to prepare you for a wide variety of positions. This degree requires students to complete 15 hours of general education courses as well as courses in office management.
Students completing this degree are also eligible to receive the 18 hour Office Support certificates. Due to some courses being offered only very limited times throughout the year, we strongly encourage all students to discuss their coursework with their Business Programs' Advisor before registering for classes.
Requirements for Admission
There are no Admissions requirements for this program.
If a student is not at college level, they would take the prep classes before beginning the program courses, but could still be admitted.
Program Costs, Scholarships and Aid
All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.
Program Costs
- Florida Residents:
- $106.77 per credit hour x 60 credit hours = $6,406.20
- Non-Florida Residents:
- $382.90 per credit hour x 60 credit hours = $22,974.00
Does not include books, lab fees, etc.
For more information, please visit Tuition Costs and Due Dates
Scholarships
- Career and Technical Education Scholarships
- There are many other scholarships available for SF students. Please visit the college's Scholarships page for more information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid page.
Job Prospects and Salary
Half of the national workforce employed in Office Administration entered the workforce with a High School diploma or GED. Advancement into more senior roles such as executive administrative assistant or office manager requires a combination of learning more about your company's operations and enhancing your skill set with certifications or degrees. Gaining formal qualifications in specialized areas such as accounting, medical, data management or information technology also will improve chances of transitioning and promotion.
Education:
- 50% High school diploma or equivalent
- 22% Associate's degree
- 11% Bachelor's degree
Wages for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants. (Except Legal, Medical, and Executive)
- High
- Florida: $51,280
- National: $56,010
- Median
- Florida: $33,540
- National: $36,630
- Low
- Florida: $20,960
- National: $23,060
Source: O*netOnline
Program Goals and Outcomes
After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:
- Demonstrate effective business communication skills.
- Prepare and use financial information.
- Manage business information using appropriate software.
- Perform records management activities.
- Develop leadership skills.
- Develop strategic organizational skills.
- Perform office management activities.
Program Length, Format and Curriculum
Program Length:
- Credit hours - 60
- Time to completion – 2 years (full-time), 3-4 years (part-time)
Need C or higher in all coursework including Internship to graduate
All students are urged to make an appointment to see Santa Fe College's Business Programs Advisor once each semester to ensure that adequate progress toward a degree is being made. All students must apply for graduation upon enrollment in their last semester of coursework.
Format:
- Online/Hybrid/Face to Face Classes: See Types of Classes.
Curriculum:
- College Catalog Details
- See link at the bottom of this page for a Sample Degree Audit
Course Sequencing for Full-time Students
Florida CIP: 1552020401
SF Program Code: 3230
2020 - 2021
Total SF Semester Hours: 60
Term 1 Fall (12 credit hours)
- GEB1011 Introduction to Business (3 credit hours)
- CGS1101 Microsoft Office Applications (3 credit hours)
- OST2711 Word Processing/Keyboarding I (3 credit hours)
- Intermediate Algebra, choose one (3 credit hours):
- MAT1033
- MAT1034
Term 2 Spring (12 credit hours)
- OST2335C Business English (3 credit hours) Spring Only
- ENC1101 College Composition (3 credit hours)
- OST2712 Word Processing/Keyboarding II (3 credit hours) Spring Only
- PLA1003 Introduction to Legal Assisting (3 credit hours)
Term 3 Summer (12 credit hours)
- BUL2241 Business Law I (3 credit hours)
- OST2796 Emerging Business Technologies (3 credit hours) Summer A Only
- MAN2300 Human Resource Management (3 credit hours)
- ENC2210 Technical Communications (3 credit hours)
Term 4 Fall (12 credit hours)
- ACG2001 Principles of Accounting (3 credit hours)
- OST2792 Internet for Office Professionals (3 credit hours)
- OST2401 Office Administration (3 credit hours) Fall Only
- Choose one:
- PSY2012 General Psychology (3 credit hours)
- SYG2000 Principles of Sociology (3 credit hours)
Term 5 Spring (12 credit hours)
- MAN2021 Principles of Management (3 credit hours)
- PHI2600 Introduction to Ethics (3 credit hours)
- OST2853 Spreadsheet and Database Management (3 credit hours) Spring Only
- IDS2941 Internship and Career Building (3 credit hours) Spring Only
- Students must meet with the IDS2941 instructor prior to the beginning of the semester for guidance and approval of the internship; check with the Business Programs Advisors for information regarding dates.
Cost of Attendance
Disclosure
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from Santa Fe College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Santa Fe College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program.
Undergraduate Lower Division Courses (A.A./A.S. Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit Out-Of-State: $382.90 per credit | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,229 Out-Of-State: $25,856 | In-State: $13,255 Out-Of-State: $19,882 |
Undergraduate Upper Division Courses (Bachelor Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit Out-Of-State: $428.83 per credit | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,698 Out-Of-State: $26,958 | In-State: $13,724 Out-Of-State: $20,984 |
*Off-Campus: you intend to live off campus, but not with your parent(s).
**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s).
Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.
For more detailed information visit SF's Cost of Attendance page.
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