Frequently Asked Questions
Students
Q: When can I apply?
A: As soon as you reach sophomore standing. Programs may have specific timelines; contact the program's Graduate Chair for information.
Q: Why would a student do this?
A: A student can double-count up to 12 credit hours, making progress toward bachelor's and master's degrees simultaneously.
Q: How is this different from Graduate Credit for Undergraduates?
A: In accelerated master's programs, graduate credit is applied to both the bachelor's and master's degrees. With general Graduate Credit for Undergraduates, the graduate course does not apply to both.
Q: Can any undergraduate student participate?
A: Students must be admitted into one of the listed undergraduate programs, have a 3.0 GPA, be a current and full-time student, and have one or more terms of enrollment remaining before completing the bachelor's degree.
Q: If my catalog year is earlier than the one listed for the accelerated program, can I apply?
A: You can apply if you change your catalog to an accelerated-eligible year. Consult your undergraduate advisor about impacts.
Q: Do I need to meet with the graduate advisor before applying?
A: Consulting the master's program's Graduate Chair (named in program details above) is encouraged, but not a requirement for acceptance.
Q: How do I prepare my application materials.
A: UNL Career Services provide support for undergraduate students applying to graduate school.
Q: Am I billed at the graduate or undergraduate tuition rate?
A: Graduate credits are billed at the graduate rate.
Q: Does my scholarship and/or financial aid cover graduate tuition?
A: Contact Husker Hub 402-472-2030. For additional information https://financialaid.unl.edu/accelerated-programs.
Q: Am I an admitted graduate student?
A: Students are admitted for future entry into the graduate program, becoming graduate students after conferral of the bachelor's degree.
Q: How will the graduate courses appear on my undergraduate degree audit?
A: These graduate courses will satisfy specific undergraduate course requirements, as shown in program-specific tables above.
Undergraduate Advisors
Q: An advisee has expressed interest in an accelerated master's program, how do I guide them?
A: Determine whether the student meets eligibility requirements and facilitate the completion of the Student/Advisor Worksheet. In particular, make sure the student's undergraduate major and catalog year are approved for their desired accelerated program, as some students will need to change to become eligible.
Q: Do students need to meet with a graduate advisor before applying?
A: Consulting the master's program's Graduate Chair (named in program details above) is encouraged, but not a requirement for acceptance.
Q: A student has questions about how financial aid works for accelerated masters programs, how do I guide them?
A: Encourage the student to contact Husker Hub, in addition to reviewing this information from OSFA.
Q: When can a student apply?
A: As soon as the student reaches sophomore standing. Programs may have specific timelines; contact the program's Graduate Chair for information.
Graduate Chairs
Q: How do I implement an Accelerated Master’s Program?
A: To propose the creation of a new Accelerated Master’s Program, complete and submit the AMP proposal worksheet.
Q: Do I have to identify the specific undergraduate courses being replaced by the graduate courses?
A: The undergraduate program must identify which undergraduate courses will be replaced with graduate courses.
Q: A student has questions about how financial aid works for accelerated masters programs, how do I guide them?
A: Encourage the student to contact Husker Hub, in addition to reviewing this information from OSFA.
Q: Where can I get more information?
A: See Policy: Accelerated Master's. Contact: Graduate Dean Debra Hope.