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. Students can complete up to nine credit hours that count toward both degrees.
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.
Available Programs
Master’s degrees are paired with specific undergraduate majors at JCU.
| Master’s Degree | JCU Undergraduate Major(s) |
|---|---|
| Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis | Psychology Sociology and Criminology |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Gender, Sexuality, & Women’s Studies Psychology Sociology and Criminology |
| Master of Science in Exercise Physiology | Exercise Science |
| Master of Education in School Counseling | Psychology |
| Master of Arts in Sports Leadership | Sports Leadership |
| Master of Arts in Theology & Religious Studies | Theology & Religious Studies |
How to Apply
If you’re interested in applying for an Accelerated Dual Degree, you should enroll in, or switch to, one of the participating majors. Your academic advisor can help you outline a degree plan to stay on track with all requirements.
You should apply for the program when you have completed:
- 90 undergraduate credit hours
- 75% of your undergraduate degree requirements
Applications are available by request. Reach out directly to Colleen Sommerfeld at csommerfeld@jcu.edu.
