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Accelerated master's at New College

Earn your bachelor’s and master’s in less time — and launch your career sooner.

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The accelerated master’s program gives highly motivated undergraduate students the opportunity to earn both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as little as five years.

Through select New College majors, you can begin taking graduate-level courses during your senior year that count toward both degrees. This shared-credit option saves time, reduces costs, and lets you start your advanced studies sooner—helping you launch your career or continue your education with a competitive edge.

Learn more about accelerated master's opportunities, formerly the 4+1 program.

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Why pursue an accelerated master's degree?

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The accelerated master’s program lets you take graduate-level courses during your senior year—courses that count toward both degrees. You’ll save time, lower your overall cost, and graduate with an advanced degree that gives you a competitive edge in the job market or a strong start toward a PhD.

Take graduate-level courses at the undergraduate tuition rate, reducing total program cost
Use undergraduate scholarships to cover part of your master’s degree (some limitations apply)
Reduce student loans and graduate with less debt
Earn more after graduation — starting salaries for master’s graduates average 31% higher than those with only a bachelor’s degree

Finish your master’s degree in as little as one year (in select programs)
Complete both degrees in about five years, instead of the usual six or more
Get a head start on your career or graduate studies
Spend less time in class and more time applying your skills in the real world

Stand out to employers as a highly motivated, competitive candidate
Build advanced skills and experience earlier in your career
Qualify sooner for leadership roles or specialized opportunities
Prepare for future graduate study — an accelerated master’s can fast-track your path to a PhD
Job growth for master’s-level positions is projected to increase 17% from 2016–2026

Steps to accelerate

Ready to accelerate your degree? Follow these simple steps to find the right program and connect with our team.

Explore your options

Ready to see which programs can help you earn your degrees faster? Visit the ASU degree search to find New College majors with an accelerated master’s track.
- Starting with your undergraduate degree? Search for and select your program, then choose “Accelerated program options” in the menu to see which master’s degrees pair with it.
- Interested in a specific master’s program? Search for that graduate degree, then select “Accelerated program options” to find which undergraduate majors qualify.

Connect with us

Have questions or want personalized guidance? Choose the option that works best for you:
- Attend an information session. See upcoming dates above and get your questions answered live.
- Submit a request for information form. Tell us about your interests and we’ll follow up with details.
- Email us directly at [email protected], we’re happy to help one-on-one.

Plan your path

Once you’ve found your program, your academic advisor will help you confirm eligibility, plan your courses, and apply to the accelerated track — setting you up to start graduate coursework during your senior year.

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Students interested in the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU Online) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Biological Data Science, MS (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Communication Studies, MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Communication Studies, MA program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Communication Studies, MA (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the English, MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the English, MA (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the English, MA (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Interdisciplinary Studies, MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Interdisciplinary Studies, MA (ASU West) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Interdisciplinary Studies, MA (ASU West) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance), MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance), MA (ASU West) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Interdisciplinary Studies (Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance), MA (ASU West) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Psychology, MS (ASU Online) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Psychology, MS (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Psychology, MS (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Psychology (Industrial Organizational Psychology), MS (ASU Online) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Psychology (Industrial Organizational Psychology), MS (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Psychology (Industrial Organizational Psychology), MS (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU Online) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Psychology (Positive Psychology), MS (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Psychology (Sport Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Psychology (Sport Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Psychology (Sport Psychology), MS (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU Online) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Social Justice and Human Rights, MA (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Social Data Science, MA (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Social Data Science, MA (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Social Data Science, MA (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Social Data Science, MA (ASU Onlne) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Social Data Science, MA (ASU Online) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Social Data Science, MA (ASU Online) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

Students interested in the Forensic Science, MS (ASU West Valley) Accelerated Master's program must be in an approved undergraduate degree program. What program are you in?

Undergraduate programs that have been approved for participation in the Accelerated Master’s program with the Forensic Science, MS (ASU West Valley) program are listed in the below dropdown menu. If your program is not listed, it is currently not eligible for participation in the accelerated master’s program with the Forensic Science, MS (ASU West Valley) program. Learn more about eligible programs at newcollege.asu.edu/degrees/accelerated.

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