The Division of Arts and Sciences at Dyersburg State Community College provides quality instruction in general education courses, university transfer programs, early childhood education programs and developmental studies in Dyersburg, at the DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County and at the DSCC Gibson County Center. The division offers a wide variety of courses designed to provide students with the background knowledge, communication skills and critical thinking skills required for success in the 21st century. Students may earn associate degrees and/or transfer academic work to use toward baccalaureate degrees as well as acquire the practical skills necessary for employment. Small class size provides students with an environment that stimulates personal development, promotes educational growth and allows for individual attention.

To improve the quality of life in the College’s service area, faculty and staff promote service learning opportunities; advise students on curricular matters; sponsor student organizations; organize cultural and academic events for the community; collaborate with employers, schools and community organizations; and volunteer their time and services to various agencies.

The developmental studies program, a department within the Division of Arts and Sciences, assists students in attaining college-level competencies in reading, writing and mathematics.

Arts and Sciences faculty meet or exceed the qualifications established for colleges by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Many have earned a doctoral degree in their teaching field and are active in state and national professional organizations.

Concentrations Leading to an Associate of Science Degree
Allied Health
Biology or Forestry
Business
Chemistry
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Secondary Education
English
General Studies
Health, Physical Education and Recreation
History
Mathematics
Medical Oriented
Music
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Psychology
Social Sciences
Sociology, Social Work, Social Welfare

Concentrations Leading to an Associate of Arts Degree
English
General Studies

Concentrations in the Teaching Major Leading to an Associate of Science Degree
Teaching K-6
 
As part of the Arts and Sciences Division, DSCC offers an active theatre department which regularly produces musicals and other performances. Students have an opportunity to attend conferences and competitions throughout the year. For more information, call Meleia Lewis at 731/ 286-3261.

In addition, DSCC boasts an award-winning music department. The department includes a community orchestra (open to students and the community), a community chorus (open to students and the community), Syncopation jazz choir (open to students by audition), a percussion ensemble (open to students and the community) and a community band (open to students and the community).

While DSCC courses transfer to all accredited institutions, the transfer of courses is made easy by articulation agreements between DSCC and these colleges and universities:
Austin Peay State University
Bethel College
Christian Brothers University
Lambuth University
The University of Memphis
Middle Tennessee State University
Southeast Missouri State University
Union University
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville
The University of Tennessee at Martin

Now that you know a little more about the Division of Arts and Sciences, we’d like to meet you. Come visit our campus to see how Dyersburg State is right for you.  For more information about DSCC, please call the Office of Admissions and Records in Dyersburg at 731/ 286-3330, the DSCC Gibson County Center in Trenton at 731/ 855-1419, or the DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center in Tipton County at 901/ 475-3100. Tours are available upon request, and the admissions counselor is available to talk with you and your family. E-mail us at Enroll@DSCC.edu.