Accelerated Dual Degree Programs
Start coursework for your master’s degree while you’re working on your bachelor’s degree, and complete both degrees in as little as five years.
How the Program Works
JCU undergraduates can apply for Accelerated Dual Degree Programs in their junior year and begin coursework in their senior year. By completing up to nine credit hours that apply toward both degrees, students satisfy 30% of their graduate requirements before even graduating with their bachelor's.
Depending on the length of the program, students can earn their master’s degree by their fifth year at JCU. Students pursuing either of the Counseling Accelerated Dual Degree programs can complete their graduate degree in six years or at their own pace.
5 Year Programs
These Accelerated Dual Degree programs can be completed in as little as 5 years. Program duration may take longer depending on student preference or foundational requirements. Many programs have an online or hybrid modality.
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 39 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for JCU undergraduate B.S. in Biology majors only.
- 30 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major. Foundational coursework may be required depending on undergraduate major.
- 30 - 42 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 30 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major. Foundational coursework may be required depending on undergraduate major.
- 30 - 44 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU non-Education undergraduate major. Foundational coursework may be required depending on undergraduate major.
- 30 - 42 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 30 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 30 credit-hour program
6 Year Programs
These Accelerated Dual Degree Counseling programs can be completed in as little as 6 years. Program duration may take longer depending on student preference. Counseling programs have hybrid modality.
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 60 credit-hour program
- Appropriate for any JCU undergraduate major.
- 60 credit-hour program
How to Apply
If you’re interested in applying for an Accelerated Dual Degree, your academic advisor can help you outline a degree plan to stay on track with all requirements.
You should apply for the program during the semester you will complete:
- 90 undergraduate credit hours (usually spring semester of your junior year)
- 75% of your undergraduate degree requirements
Applications are available by request. Reach out directly to Colleen Sommerfeld at csommerfeld@jcu.edu.
