Accelerated Graduate Degree Pathways

Accelerate Your Career. Elevate Your Life. Go Further. Faster.

Two degrees. Five years. One Smart Move

Accelerated Graduate Degrees let you earn both your bachelor’s and master’s in as little as five years, saving you time and tuition while advancing your career. Through streamlined 4+1 and 3+2 pathways, undergraduate and graduate coursework is seamlessly integrated to help you graduate sooner with advanced credentials.

4+1 Graduate Degree Pathway

• Best for: Graduate programs requiring 30 to 44 credit hours.
• When to Apply: Apply for conditional acceptance during your third or fourth year.
• Credit Sharing: Begin taking 12 graduate-level credits that count toward both your bachelor’s and master’s degree requirements.
• The Transition: Receive your bachelor’s degree at the end of your fourth year and move into the graduate program for your final year of study.

3+2 Graduate Degree Pathway

• Best for: Graduate programs requiring 45 or more credit hours.
• The Structure: Complete three years of undergraduate study before fully transitioning into graduate-level courses in your fourth year.
• Credit Sharing: Share up to 24 credits of graduate work toward your bachelor’s degree.
• The Transition: Graduate with your bachelor’s degree at the end of year four and finish your master’s degree at the end of year five.