Accelerated Dual Degree
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP-accredited program preparing you for LPC licensure. Earn your BS in Psychology and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in five years instead of six.
Pathways
Pathways to Your Future
Your undergraduate years can do more than prepare you for what's next—they can be part of it. Pathways connect your bachelor's degree directly to medical school, law school, or a master's program, so every step counts toward your goal.
Your Pathway, Your Way
Find the pathway that fits your goals.
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Accelerated Dual Degree
Applied Behavior Analysis
Prepare for BCBA certification working with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. Complete your BS and MS in five years.
Accelerated Dual Degree
School Counseling
Earn your K-12 school counseling credential and master's degree. Support students' academic, career, and social-emotional development.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Pair your understanding of identity, power, and social systems with clinical training. Earn your BA and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling on an accelerated timeline.
Accelerated Dual Degree
School Counseling
Bring an equity-centered lens to K-12 counseling. Combine your GSWS foundation with a master's in school counseling to support every student.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Exercise Physiology
Apply scientific principles to fitness, health, and athletic performance. Prepare for careers in clinical exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, or sports performance.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Biology
Accelerate your path from undergraduate research to advanced study. Earn your BS and MA in Biology through a streamlined curriculum designed for focused scientists.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Digital Marketing & Communication Strategy
Build expertise in digital strategy, content marketing, and data-driven communication. Combine your undergraduate foundation with graduate-level marketing skills.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Sports Management
Develop management and leadership skills for careers in athletics administration, sports marketing, and recreational program management.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Accountancy + MBA
CPA-track accounting with MBA leadership skills. Graduate ready for Big Four firms or corporate finance leadership roles in five years.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Finance + MBA
Prepare for C-suite finance roles. Deep analytical skills combined with strategic leadership training for future CFOs.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Financial Planning & Wealth Management + MBA
Combine financial planning expertise with executive business strategy. Prepare for careers in wealth management, advisory, and financial leadership.
Accelerated Dual Degree
International Business, Language & Culture + MBA
Pair global business fluency with MBA-level strategy. Ideal for careers in international trade, consulting, and multinational leadership.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Marketing + MBA
CMO-track preparation combining creative marketing expertise with executive business acumen and strategic leadership.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Management + MBA
Build comprehensive management expertise with advanced business strategy skills for leadership across any industry.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Management & Organizations Leadership + MBA
Deepen your understanding of organizational behavior and leadership theory, then add MBA strategy for senior leadership roles.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Supply Chain Management + MBA
Master logistics, operations, and global supply networks, then elevate with MBA-level leadership and strategic decision-making.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Economics + MBA
Combine economic analysis with business leadership. Perfect for consulting, policy, or data-driven executive roles.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Any Major + MBA
Combine any undergraduate passion with business leadership. Perfect for future entrepreneurs and cross-industry leaders.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Primary Education P-5
Earn your teaching license and master's degree together. Graduate ready to lead your own elementary classroom with advanced credentials.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Middle Childhood 4-9
Specialize in two content areas for grades 4-9. Deep subject expertise combined with middle school pedagogy and classroom leadership.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Adolescent/Young Adult 7-12
Subject-specific secondary certification with advanced pedagogical training for high school teaching excellence.
Accelerated Dual Degree
World Languages
Earn your teaching license in world languages along with a master's degree. Prepare to teach language and culture across grade levels.
Accelerated Dual Degree
Theology & Religious Studies
Deepen your understanding of faith traditions and religious thought. Prepare for ministry, graduate studies, or careers integrating theological reflection.
Early Assurance
LECOM Medicine
Guaranteed admission to Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Any major welcome—complete pre-med courses and program requirements.
Early Assurance
Ohio University Heritage College
Guaranteed admission to OU Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Focus on primary care and rural medicine opportunities.
Early Assurance
University of Toledo
Guaranteed admission to University of Toledo College of Medicine. Research-intensive MD program with diverse specialty options.
Early Assurance
NEOMED
Guaranteed admission to Northeast Ohio Medical University. Community-focused medical education with strong regional connections.
Early Assurance
Duquesne University
Guaranteed admission to Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Mission-driven osteopathic medical education.
Early Assurance
Case Western Reserve
Guaranteed admission to one of the nation's top medical schools. World-class research opportunities at Cleveland Clinic partner.
Early Assurance
Dental Medicine
Guaranteed seat at LECOM School of Dental Medicine. Complete pre-dental requirements at JCU with any major of your choice.
Early Assurance
Pharmacy
Complete your bachelor's and earn guaranteed admission to LECOM School of Pharmacy. Prepare for clinical or retail pharmacy careers.
Early Assurance
Physical Therapy
Guaranteed admission to Gannon University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Help patients recover and improve their quality of life.
Law 3+3
Case Western Reserve Law
Nationally ranked law school with strengths in health law, international law, and intellectual property. Your first year of law school counts as senior year at JCU.
Law 3+3
Cleveland-Marshall Law
Deep connections to Cleveland's legal community. Evening program available for flexibility. Strong employment outcomes in Northeast Ohio.
Law 3+3
University of Akron Law
Known for intellectual property law and trial advocacy programs. Practical, career-focused training with competitive tuition.
Partner 3+2
Engineering with Case Western
Start with Physics, Engineering Physics, or Mathematics at JCU. Finish with biomedical, mechanical, electrical, or other engineering specialty at Case Western Reserve.
Partner 3+2
Social Work with Mandel School
Begin with Sociology & Criminology at JCU. Complete your Master of Social Service Administration at CWRU's top-ranked Mandel School.
*School-Based M.Ed. pathways are open to any major except Education, per Ohio licensure requirements.
Our Promise
Pathways are just the beginning.
Onward makes them happen.
From dedicated advising to career-connected learning, Onward is the support system that helps you move from your first year to your future—faster, smarter, and with purpose.
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My advisor helped me see how my psychology major could connect to a career in healthcare. Now I'm on the 4+1 Counseling pathway—something I didn't even know existed when I started.
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Sarah M.
Class of '26 · Psychology → Counseling 4+1
