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School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment

Accelerated Bachelors/Graduate Degree Program

Current undergraduate students may utilize this program to complete up to 12 hours of graduate level credit that will count toward an undergraduate and graduate degree, which will allow you to complete a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as 5 years!

How to Apply

You'll start by speaking with your undergraduate advisor to discuss whether the program is the right option for you.

You will need to meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum GPA of 3.4
  • 90 or more overall earned hours from my.sc.edu 

You will then complete the Accelerated Bachelor's/Graduate Study Plan through the USC Graduate School and have this signed by all instructors of courses you plan to take utilizing this program in one semester. 

You will submit this completed form to your undergraduate advisor.

 

Research Requirements

In order to complete a Master's degree at USC you will need to complete a thesis requirement with a faculty advisor. This is independant from coursework utilizing the accelerated masters coursework authorization.

Coursework completed through the Accelerated Bachelor's/Graduate Study Plan  DOES NOT guarentee admission to the Graduate School for a graduate degree.

We suggest that you explore our faculty's areas of research to identify a graduate advisor before completing your application. Research within a faculty member's lab is essential for earning a graduate degree.

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