8-Week Terms
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8-WEEK TERMS
A Faster Path to Your Degree
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New 8-Week Terms Launch Fall 2026!
Undergraduate Tuition
$600
Per Credit Hour
Graduate Tuition
$900
Per Credit Hour
Beginning Fall 2026, Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement will offer 8‑week terms for select programs. This creates a faster, more flexible path to earning your degree. It also enables you to focus on fewer courses at a time (generally two, rather than four or five). This helps you stay engaged toward your goal.
Explore Degrees Now Offering 8-Week Terms
Beginning Fall 2026, Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement will offer 8‑week terms for select programs. This creates a faster, more flexible path to earning your degree. It also enables you to focus on fewer courses at a time (generally two, rather than four or five). This helps you stay engaged toward your goal.
Graduate Degrees & Certificates
Master of Science in Cyber Technology
Master of Science in Sport Administration
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies*
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior and Management Studies
*The Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies is not available exclusively in 8-week terms. Some required courses are only offered in a standard semester format.
Courses Offered in 8-Week Terms
How an 8-Week Term Works
A course taken during an eight-week term covers the same material and earns the same credit as a traditional 16-week course. Classes are offered in an asynchronous format, offering you greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule. This accelerated format lets you focus on shorter classes while staying on track to complete your degree.
8-Week Term Start Dates
Applications are due one week before each term start date. Visit our
admissions page
for more information. For a complete list of important dates, see our
8-Week Terms Academic Calendar
. Our
Register for Classes
has information on registering for classes with 8-week terms.
FALL 2026
TERM I
AUG
17
FALL 2026
TERM II
OCT
18
SPRING 2027
TERM I
JAN
11
SPRING 2027
TERM II
MAR
15
SUMMER 2027
TERM
MAY
17
Apply Now
8-Week Term FAQ
If you don't find your answer in these FAQs, email your question to
asksopa@tulane.edu
.
Increased Focus:
Students can concentrate on fewer courses (e.g., two at a time) rather than juggling four or five, reducing the feeling of being overwhelmed.
Accelerated Format:
Accelerated, 8-week terms allow students to finish courses in half the time of a traditional 16-week semester. A shorter timeframe can keep students engaged and motivated, reducing the risk of burnout.
Flexibility for Life/Work:
The format is ideal for students who work or have other responsibilities, providing more balance to manage their schedules.
Yes. Undergraduates can remain full-time by taking at least four courses across two 8‑week terms, or part‑time by taking three or fewer courses. Graduate students stay full-time by taking at least three courses across two 8‑week terms. If you are using financial aid to support your education, make sure to reach out to
your financial aid counselor
.
It is recommended that students enroll in at least one class in each 8-week term. If you would like to accelerate your progress, you should speak with your advisor regarding the right courseload for your goals.
Because the pace of the 8-week term structure is accelerated, we strongly recommend that undergraduate students take no more than two courses every eight weeks and speak to their advisor should they wish to take more. Graduate students may enroll in up to 2 courses per 8-week term but must receive permission from the program director due to the intensity of the workload in the accelerated format.
Yes. Certain courses will only be offered as 8-week options. You can find the list here. When taking both 16-week and 8-week classes at the same time, we highly encourage you to discuss your schedule with your academic advisor.
No, the price per credit hour will be the same for both 8-week and 16-week classes. Starting in Fall 2026, tuition is $600 per credit hour for undergraduate courses and $900 per credit hour for graduate courses.
The Master of Science in CyberTechnology, Master of Science in Sport Administration, Bachelorof Science in Organizational Behavior and Management and the Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Studies can all be earned exclusively through 8-week terms.
Some undergraduate courses in the Media + Design, Information Technology, Kinesiology, Paralegal, and Business and Leadership Studies programs will also offer 8-week courses.
Students who are already enrolled in the BS in Organizational Behavior and Management Studies, MS in Sport Studies, MS in IT Management, and the MS in Cybersecurity, will automatically roll over to the 8-week term format. You may view the complete list of 8-week undergraduate and graduate courses here. Check with your advisor if you are unsure whether your courses are affected or if you have any questions.
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Start your application today.
For additional information or questions, contact us at
asksopa@tulane.edu
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8-WEEK TERMS
A Faster Path to Your Degree
Request Information
New 8-Week Terms Launch Fall 2026!
Undergraduate Tuition
$600
Per Credit Hour
Graduate Tuition
$900
Per Credit Hour
Beginning Fall 2026, Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement will offer 8‑week terms for select programs. This creates a faster, more flexible path to earning your degree. It also enables you to focus on fewer courses at a time (generally two, rather than four or five). This helps you stay engaged toward your goal.
Explore Degrees Now Offering 8-Week Terms
Beginning Fall 2026, Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement will offer 8‑week terms for select programs. This creates a faster, more flexible path to earning your degree. It also enables you to focus on fewer courses at a time (generally two, rather than four or five). This helps you stay engaged toward your goal.
Graduate Degrees & Certificates
Master of Science in Cyber Technology
Master of Science in Sport Administration
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies*
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior and Management Studies
*The Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies is not available exclusively in 8-week terms. Some required courses are only offered in a standard semester format.
Courses Offered in 8-Week Terms
How an 8-Week Term Works
A course taken during an eight-week term covers the same material and earns the same credit as a traditional 16-week course. Classes are offered in an asynchronous format, offering you greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule. This accelerated format lets you focus on shorter classes while staying on track to complete your degree.
8-Week Term Start Dates
Applications are due one week before each term start date. Visit our
admissions page
for more information. For a complete list of important dates, see our
8-Week Terms Academic Calendar
. Our
Register for Classes
has information on registering for classes with 8-week terms.
FALL 2026
TERM I
AUG
17
FALL 2026
TERM II
OCT
18
SPRING 2027
TERM I
JAN
11
SPRING 2027
TERM II
MAR
15
SUMMER 2027
TERM
MAY
17
Apply Now
8-Week Term FAQ
If you don't find your answer in these FAQs, email your question to
asksopa@tulane.edu
.
Increased Focus:
Students can concentrate on fewer courses (e.g., two at a time) rather than juggling four or five, reducing the feeling of being overwhelmed.
Accelerated Format:
Accelerated, 8-week terms allow students to finish courses in half the time of a traditional 16-week semester. A shorter timeframe can keep students engaged and motivated, reducing the risk of burnout.
Flexibility for Life/Work:
The format is ideal for students who work or have other responsibilities, providing more balance to manage their schedules.
Yes. Undergraduates can remain full-time by taking at least four courses across two 8‑week terms, or part‑time by taking three or fewer courses. Graduate students stay full-time by taking at least three courses across two 8‑week terms. If you are using financial aid to support your education, make sure to reach out to
your financial aid counselor
.
It is recommended that students enroll in at least one class in each 8-week term. If you would like to accelerate your progress, you should speak with your advisor regarding the right courseload for your goals.
Because the pace of the 8-week term structure is accelerated, we strongly recommend that undergraduate students take no more than two courses every eight weeks and speak to their advisor should they wish to take more. Graduate students may enroll in up to 2 courses per 8-week term but must receive permission from the program director due to the intensity of the workload in the accelerated format.
Yes. Certain courses will only be offered as 8-week options. You can find the list here. When taking both 16-week and 8-week classes at the same time, we highly encourage you to discuss your schedule with your academic advisor.
No, the price per credit hour will be the same for both 8-week and 16-week classes. Starting in Fall 2026, tuition is $600 per credit hour for undergraduate courses and $900 per credit hour for graduate courses.
The Master of Science in CyberTechnology, Master of Science in Sport Administration, Bachelorof Science in Organizational Behavior and Management and the Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Studies can all be earned exclusively through 8-week terms.
Some undergraduate courses in the Media + Design, Information Technology, Kinesiology, Paralegal, and Business and Leadership Studies programs will also offer 8-week courses.
Students who are already enrolled in the BS in Organizational Behavior and Management Studies, MS in Sport Studies, MS in IT Management, and the MS in Cybersecurity, will automatically roll over to the 8-week term format. You may view the complete list of 8-week undergraduate and graduate courses here. Check with your advisor if you are unsure whether your courses are affected or if you have any questions.
SEE MORE FAQS
Take the Next Step
Interested in putting your skills to work for your future?
Start your application today.
For additional information or questions, contact us at
asksopa@tulane.edu
.
REQUEST INFORMATION
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