Accelerated Programs
Steady progress. Early completion. Next chapter.
Accelerated Programs are designed for students to supplement fall and spring courses with courses taken over two to three summers. Students can make steady academic progress, complete their degree early, then be on their way to their next chapter in life.
Participating Colleges
A diverse selection of Accelerated Programs options are offered within: The College of Business, The College of Health and Human Sciences, The College of Liberal Arts, The College of Natural Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, and the Warner College of Natural Resources.
Flexibility
The variety of summer terms allow for flexible scheduling. Courses span four-, eight-, 12-week, and additional-length terms. Online and/or hybrid courses are available within most programs of study. Summer is typically an ideal time to take courses which are experiential, such as service learning, research, and internships. Students may participate in other settings, such as the CSU Mountain Campus and field studies, and through faculty-led Education Abroad.
Resources for Students
- Summer financial aid is available.
- Nonresident undergraduates benefit from a summer base tuition rate at 30% less than fall/spring with registration in RAMweb.
- The Flexible Payment Plan is available for summer session.
- Students who stay in on-campus summer housing pay only for the weeks they stay in a residence hall.
- Campus and local employment opportunities are usually abundant. Employers are often flexible with students’ class schedules and their changing availability over the summer.
Additional Information
- This Office of Admissions web resource provides insight to evaluate whether choosing an accelerated major is right for you and the advantages of accelerated program participation.
- Visit the Office of the Provost website for information colleges and departments offering Accelerated Programs and next steps.