Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree (BAM) Pathways, also known as 4+1 programs, afford a way for highly motivated students to efficiently complete a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in a shorter time frame by double counting course work (3 courses) at the undergraduate tuition rate. In most cases, pathway students graduate with the Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in five years.
BAM students enjoy many benefits, including:
- Saving Money – Depending on the program selected, students may be able to complete a Master’s degree in just one additional year of study after receiving a Bachelor’s degree. That’s just five years instead of the traditional six years – which could mean thousands of dollars in savings.
- Saving Time – BAM allows students to double-count three courses (9 credits) toward both their Bachelor’s and Master’s degree.
- Gaining a Competitive Advantage – In an increasingly competitive job market, having a Master’s degree on a resume may help attract the attention of potential employers when job hunting.
The College offers the following BAM pathways for interested students.
- Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees in Economics – Oriented toward current and prospective professionals seeking analytical skills in theoretical and quantitative methods.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ethnic Studies & Master’s of Education Degree in Educational Foundations – For individuals who desire to make a positive impact on education policy, practice and research.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Ethnic Studies & Master’s of Education Degree in Educational Administration – Well suited for those interested in entry and mid-level administrative positions in higher education.
- Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees in Geography – For students seeking to enhance their skills to think politically about the world and learn how to produce quality scholarship and analysis.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Global Environmental Science & Master’s of Urban and Regional Planning Degree – Geared toward students seeking to engage with and develop solutions to environmental problems utilizing planning tools, approaches and policies.
- Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees in Political Science – For students seeking to enhance their skills to think politically about the world and learn how to produce quality scholarship and analysis.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology & Master’s of Education Degree in Educational Psychology – Ideal for students with personal/professional interests in the psychological bases of behavior in general, and specifically in human learning and development in the context of education.