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Accelerated Master's Pathway (4+1) | Rasmussen University
Accelerated Master’s Pathway
A Faster Path to Your Master’s Degree
Start earning credits toward your Master’s degree while in your Bachelor's program. Through our Accelerated Master’s Pathway, you can work on both degrees at the same time. You’ll gain advanced skills as an undergraduate and reduce your time in graduate school. If you decide to continue your education, you could save up to $6,996 and be up to six courses ahead, depending on your area of study, making your next degree that much more achievable.
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Upon completing your Master’s, you’ll enter the workforce with more education in less time.
The Accelerated Master’s Pathway is available in ten of our popular Business, Health Sciences and Nursing programs plus some specializations. Even if you’re unsure about earning your Master’s degree, this risk-free option allows you to test drive graduate education without having to commit to a Master's program.
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Am I Eligible?
To be eligible to substitute a Master’s-level course while enrolled in a Bachelor’s program you must meet the following qualifications:
A cumulative programmatic GPA of at least 3.0 in your current Bachelor’s program
20 completed Bachelor’s credits with a grade of B or higher
Additional eligibility requirements apply depending on program of study
Please see full eligibility requirements within the catalog under the
Eligibility to Substitute a Master's-Level Course While Enrolled in a Nursing Bachelor's Degree Program
or
Eligibility to Substitute a Master's-Level Course While Enrolled in a Non-Nursing Bachelor's Degree Program
policies.
Why Rasmussen University
Earn Your Degree Faster and Smarter
Online Empowered Learning®
Our online degrees are flexible, affordable and provide full access to our campus resources and support. Empowered Learning allows you to learn by doing, manage your pace and stay connected with faculty and peers.
Learn about Empowered Learning
Knowledge Credit®
You can save time and money through transfer credits, credit for prior learning and $149 self-directed assessments by showing you already have the knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take it.
Find out more about Knowledge Credit
Support with Every Step
From award-winning library and learning services to experienced faculty, career support and academic advisors, we provide a variety of resources to help you reach your goals and pursue your career.
Discover the full experience
Talk with an Admissions Representative
"Once you get in it, it just becomes a part of who you are. It doesn't really change too much from degree to degree. The due dates stay pretty much the same, though the workload changes a bit. It's really just doing the same thing that you're already doing, but you’re continuing to further your education."
Jewel M.
Graduate, Master of Human Resources Management
Find Your Accelerated Master's Pathway
The following Bachelor's degree programs are available with the accelerated Master's pathway option for qualified students. Use the filter below to find the Bachelor's degree program that best fits your goals.
School of Business
Accounting
Bachelor's
Associate's
Certificate
Online
Accounting
School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Bachelor's
Online
On Campus
Field Experience
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
School of Business
Business Management
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Business Management
School of Business
Finance
Bachelor's
Online
Finance
School of Health Sciences
Health and Wellness
Bachelor's
Online
Health and Wellness
School of Business
Healthcare Management
Bachelor's
Online
Healthcare Management
School of Business
Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
School of Business
Marketing
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Marketing
School of Nursing
RN to BSN
Bachelor's
Online
Field Experience
RN to BSN
School of Business
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Bachelor's
Online
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Sorry, no programs match your criteria. Please adjust the filters and try your search again.
What Is an Accelerated Master’s Pathway? Your Common Questions Answered
Learn more about the ins and outs of our Accelerated Master's Pathway.
Read more
Take the Next Step—Talk to Us!
Time and cost savings depend on the eligible student enrolling and completing both the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree at Rasmussen University through the accelerated Master’s pathway program. Completion time is dependent on transfer credits and the number of courses completed each term. Program availability varies by campus and state, please see the Rasmussen University catalog for details.
Accelerated Master’s Pathway
A Faster Path to Your Master’s Degree
Start earning credits toward your Master’s degree while in your Bachelor's program. Through our Accelerated Master’s Pathway, you can work on both degrees at the same time. You’ll gain advanced skills as an undergraduate and reduce your time in graduate school. If you decide to continue your education, you could save up to $6,996 and be up to six courses ahead, depending on your area of study, making your next degree that much more achievable.
1
Upon completing your Master’s, you’ll enter the workforce with more education in less time.
The Accelerated Master’s Pathway is available in ten of our popular Business, Health Sciences and Nursing programs plus some specializations. Even if you’re unsure about earning your Master’s degree, this risk-free option allows you to test drive graduate education without having to commit to a Master's program.
Request more information
Take me to:
Am I Eligible?
To be eligible to substitute a Master’s-level course while enrolled in a Bachelor’s program you must meet the following qualifications:
A cumulative programmatic GPA of at least 3.0 in your current Bachelor’s program
20 completed Bachelor’s credits with a grade of B or higher
Additional eligibility requirements apply depending on program of study
Please see full eligibility requirements within the catalog under the
Eligibility to Substitute a Master's-Level Course While Enrolled in a Nursing Bachelor's Degree Program
or
Eligibility to Substitute a Master's-Level Course While Enrolled in a Non-Nursing Bachelor's Degree Program
policies.
Why Rasmussen University
Earn Your Degree Faster and Smarter
Online Empowered Learning®
Our online degrees are flexible, affordable and provide full access to our campus resources and support. Empowered Learning allows you to learn by doing, manage your pace and stay connected with faculty and peers.
Learn about Empowered Learning
Knowledge Credit®
You can save time and money through transfer credits, credit for prior learning and $149 self-directed assessments by showing you already have the knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take it.
Find out more about Knowledge Credit
Support with Every Step
From award-winning library and learning services to experienced faculty, career support and academic advisors, we provide a variety of resources to help you reach your goals and pursue your career.
Discover the full experience
Talk with an Admissions Representative
"Once you get in it, it just becomes a part of who you are. It doesn't really change too much from degree to degree. The due dates stay pretty much the same, though the workload changes a bit. It's really just doing the same thing that you're already doing, but you’re continuing to further your education."
Jewel M.
Graduate, Master of Human Resources Management
Find Your Accelerated Master's Pathway
The following Bachelor's degree programs are available with the accelerated Master's pathway option for qualified students. Use the filter below to find the Bachelor's degree program that best fits your goals.
School of Business
Accounting
Bachelor's
Associate's
Certificate
Online
Accounting
School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Bachelor's
Online
On Campus
Field Experience
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
School of Business
Business Management
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Business Management
School of Business
Finance
Bachelor's
Online
Finance
School of Health Sciences
Health and Wellness
Bachelor's
Online
Health and Wellness
School of Business
Healthcare Management
Bachelor's
Online
Healthcare Management
School of Business
Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
School of Business
Marketing
Bachelor's
Associate's
Online
Marketing
School of Nursing
RN to BSN
Bachelor's
Online
Field Experience
RN to BSN
School of Business
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Bachelor's
Online
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Sorry, no programs match your criteria. Please adjust the filters and try your search again.
What Is an Accelerated Master’s Pathway? Your Common Questions Answered
Learn more about the ins and outs of our Accelerated Master's Pathway.
Read more
Take the Next Step—Talk to Us!
Time and cost savings depend on the eligible student enrolling and completing both the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree at Rasmussen University through the accelerated Master’s pathway program. Completion time is dependent on transfer credits and the number of courses completed each term. Program availability varies by campus and state, please see the Rasmussen University catalog for details.