Accelerated bachelor’s to master’s (ABM) programs allow you to begin master’s studies in your senior year so you can accelerate completion of a master’s degree. You’ll earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree quicker.
ABM programs are perfect if you’re interested in proceeding directly from bachelor’s to master’s studies. They allow you to reduce the time it takes to get your master’s degree, giving you a head start on your career. And since any master’s courses taken as an undergraduate are billed at the undergraduate tuition rate, you’ll save money too.
Who is Eligible? Eligibility and admissions requirements vary by program. To find out if you’re eligible, select a program of interest below to review the admission requirements. For additional questions, click the “I’m interested” button to reach out to the program coordinator.
A master’s degree can prepare you for an advanced position in your career immediately after you graduate. A master’s degree can also immediately increase your earning potential. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median earnings for full-time, year-round workers holding a bachelor’s degree was $66,536 in 2019. With a master’s degree, median earnings for full-time employees jumped to $81,636 — nearly 23% more. With a doctoral degree, median earnings were $113,578, and earnings with a professional degree were $127,487.
*$81,636
*Median earnings for full-time employees with a master’s degree
To earn an advanced degree, typically you would have to complete a bachelor’s program, then reapply for a two-year master’s degree. Accelerated bachelor’s to master’s programs provide qualified undergraduate students the opportunity to begin graduate studies in their senior year and simultaneously satisfy some remaining requirements for their bachelor’s degree. You’ll earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees at a faster pace with fewer courses and less cost.
If you are interested in applying for an ABM program, it’s important to speak to your academic advisor early — ideally by your sophomore year. Students must apply and be admitted into the master’s program in the semester preceding the beginning of their ABM program. Programs may offer either a non-thesis or thesis track.
Note: Admission to an Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s degree program is different from Senior Privilege. Please refer to the policy on Senior Privilege for more information.
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The MPA is a professional graduate degree designed for management and administration within the public sector and nonprofit organizations. The MPA degree provides you with focused training to work in a leadership role, helping you master a broad set of skills including budgeting and finance, economic analysis, human resource management, policy analysis, information technology, resource development and grant writing, program evaluation and board governance.
The MPA-ABM with Human Development and Family Science B.S. – Family Services Concentration is designed to allow students to enter the Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program after completing 75 credit hours. Students admitted into the MPA-ABM program may take up to 12 graduate credit hours within the undergraduate Human Development and Family Science degree program that will count toward the MPA. There must be a minimum of 150 unique credit hours between the two programs.
The MPA is a professional graduate degree designed for management and administration within the public sector and nonprofit organizations. The MPA degree provides you with focused training to work in a leadership role, helping you master a broad set of skills including budgeting and finance, economic analysis, human resource management, policy analysis, information technology, resource development and grant writing, program evaluation and board governance.
The MPA-ABM with Recreation B.S. is designed to allow students to enter the Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program after completing 90 credit hours. Students admitted into the MPA-ABM program may take up to 12 graduate credit hours within the undergraduate Recreation degree program that will count toward the MPA. There must be a minimum of 150 unique credit hours between the two programs.
Provides the opportunity to complete requirements for two degrees in an accelerated fashion. It reduces overall cost and time to complete a master’s degree.
To apply, a student must be at least a junior in their bachelor’s program.
To be considered you must complete this form. Once you complete your undergraduate requirements, you will submit a graduate application.
This varies by program- most require you to earn a B or better in the graduate level coursework.
Once enrolled in an ABM program and all of your undergraduate requirements have been completed, you will need to submit a graduate application for graduate program enrollment.
Some programs might require a thesis. Be sure you are speaking with the bachelor’s and master’s advisors when making your choice.
You must begin graduate classes when your graduate admit term starts. Your start term depends on when you complete your undergraduate requirements and when your graduate program admits you.
Speak to your admissions counselor to see if this is a beneficial pathway.
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