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Accelerated Bachelor's Degree Programs for Adults

Reach your goals with a three-year bachelor’s degree from Wayne State College. Designed for working adults and students returning to college, these focused programs require fewer credits than traditional bachelor’s degrees, helping you finish sooner and reduce your total tuition costs.

Find your program

Explore accelerated bachelor’s degree programs for adults in business administration and special education. Each three-year program combines general education with focused coursework in your chosen field.

Applied Business Administration

Build skills in business, human resources, project management, and predictive analytics through a focused curriculum designed for students with a clear business career goal.

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Applied Special Education

Prepare to support students with diverse learning needs through coursework and classroom experiences focused on special education in grades K–12.

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Why consider an accelerated bachelor's degree?

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Fewer credits
Earn a three-year bachelor's degree with fewer required credits than a traditional bachelor's degree.
 

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Lower costs
Fewer required credits can reduce your total tuition costs.
 

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Less time
A shorter degree path can help you finish sooner and move forward in your career.

FAQs about accelerated bachelor's degree programs for adults

  • An accelerated bachelor’s degree offers a shorter path to earning your degree. At Wayne State College, our three-year programs require 90-92 credits, compared with the 120 credits required for a traditional four-year bachelor’s degree.

  • Wayne State’s accelerated bachelor’s degree programs are designed primarily for working adults and students returning to college who have a clear career goal. Other students, including students entering college directly from high school, should contact Admissions to discuss the program options that best fit their goals and circumstances.

  • These programs are offered primarily online, but course formats vary by program. Education programs also require in-person field experiences and student teaching (clinical practice). Visit the individual program pages for details.

  • Yes. Previous college coursework may count toward your degree. Your credits will be evaluated to determine how they apply to your chosen program. Contact Admissions to discuss your transfer credits and next steps.

  • Wayne State’s programs offer a three-year degree path, but you do not have to finish in exactly three years. Your time to completion will depend on your course load, any previous credits that apply, and course availability.

  • Yes, but switching programs may affect how your completed credits apply and how long it takes to graduate. If your goals change, work with your academic advisor to understand your options and the requirements for your new major.

Let’s talk about your goals

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