Accelerated & Dual Degree Programs

Fast-track your career with our Accounting (B.S.) to Accountancy (M.S.) accelerated program.

Once you've completed at least 90 credit hours, you can get a head start on your Master of Science in Accountancy by taking two graduate level courses (6 credit hours) while finishing your bachelor's degree.

To qualify, you'll need a minimum GPA of 3.2 and a GPA of at least 3.0 in your accounting major in addition to completion of key coursework.

After earning your undergraduate degree, take the next step to enhance your career and earn your MBA through our accelerated, one-year program.

Our accelerated program condenses a traditional two-year program into one rigorous year, ensuring that you'll not only save a year of tuition and fees, but also renter the workforce quickly and graduate with critical business knowledge.

Earn both your Bachelor of Arts in Arts Management and a Master of Public Administration in an accelerated pathway program at the College of Charleston. 
 
This accelerated pathway provides you with the opportunity to gain the training and skills to become global leaders in the arts and culture. You'll gain the potential to lead arts and cultural nonprofits, take up roles in the public sector spearheading government offices of arts and culture, spearheading private foundations, or managing businesses in the arts and culture.  
 
In this pathway, you can take up to 12 graduate credit hours during your undergraduate studies, counting toward both your B.A. and MPA degrees, offering you a cost-effective route to obtain two degrees within five years, expanding your career opportunities. 
 
To apply, students should contact the Arts Management program to devise a study plan. Applications should be submitted by the end of your junior year. A minimum overall GPA of 3.2 and completion of at least 90 credit hours is required for admission. 
 
This is a great pathway to jump-start your career in the arts and culture. You can even earn the Graduate Certificate in Arts and Cultural Management as part of the accelerated program. 

• Catalog: View the Arts Management, B.A. to Public Administration, M.P.A. Accelerated Program

Earn both your Bachelor of Arts in Music and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with a concentration in Choral Music in an efficient and accelerated program at the College of Charleston.

This pathway prepares you to become a certified K-12 music teacher, allowing you to enter the job market with dual degrees. You can take up to 12 graduate credit hours during your undergraduate studies, counting toward both your B.A. and MAT, saving you time and money.

Our program enhances your employability and increases your earning potential, thanks to the MAT’s recognized value in education. To apply, you’ll need to submit a letter of intent detailing your interests and career goals, and complete an interview with the MAT Program Director. Applications should be submitted by the end of your junior year. Admission requires a minimum GPA of 3.2 and completion of at least 90 undergraduate credit hours.

This is an excellent opportunity to fast-track your career as a music educator!

• View the Music B.A. to Performing Arts, Choral Music Concentration (M.A.T.) Accelerated Program in the catalog

Earn both your Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with a concentration in Theatre at the College of Charleston, preparing you to become a certified K-12 Theatre teacher.

This accelerated program allows you to take up to 12 graduate credit hours during your undergraduate studies, which count toward both degrees, making it a streamlined and cost-effective pathway to your teaching career.

Our program enhances your employment prospects and increases earning potential through an MAT.

To apply, submit a letter of intent outlining your goals and areas of interest, and complete an interview with the MAT Program Director. Applications should be made by the end of your junior year, and admission requires a minimum GPA of 3.2 and completion of at least 90 undergraduate credits.

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring theatre educators to fast-track their professional journey!

• View Theatre (B.A.) to Performing Arts, Theatre Concentration (M.A.T.) Accelerated Program in the catalog

Earn both your Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Master of Science in Computer and Information Sciences in just five years at the College of Charleston!

Our accelerated program allows selected students to take up to 12 graduate credit hours during their undergraduate studies, which count toward both degrees, streamlining your path to advanced expertise in computer science.

In this program, you’ll be treated as a graduate student for any graduate-level courses you take, gaining access to deeper learning and research opportunities. Most students complete their M.S. within one year of finishing their B.S., giving you a fast track to advanced career opportunities or preparation for a Ph.D. program in computer and information sciences or related fields.

Our program is designed to seamlessly integrate undergraduate and graduate coursework, setting you up for success in the rapidly evolving tech world.

• View the Accelerated Computer Science B.S. to M.S. Program in the Catalog

Mathematics majors at the College of Charleston can accelerate their education by earning both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences in just five years.

Our accelerated degree program allows students to start earning graduate credits during their senior year and complete their master's degree within one calendar year or, in some cases, two academic semesters after finishing their B.S.

Designed to integrate undergraduate and graduate research, this program prepares students for advanced academic pursuits, including Ph.D. programs in mathematics or related fields. To apply, students should contact the mathematics department by their junior year to devise a study plan with an academic advisor. All undergraduate requirements, including 3 credits of a senior thesis in a pure or applied mathematics or statistics topic, must be completed by the end of the fourth year.

• View the Accelerated Mathematics B.S. to Mathematical Sciences M.S. Program in the Catalog

Earn both your Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Public Administration (MPA) in an accelerated program at the College of Charleston.

This pathway is ideal for students interested in a career in public service, preparing them for roles in local, state, and federal government, as well as nonprofit and private organizations. Up to 12 credit hours of graduate-level coursework completed during undergraduate studies can count toward both degrees, making it an efficient way to advance your education and career.

To apply, students should submit a letter of intent outlining their career goals and areas of interest, along with an interview with the MPA program director, by the end of their junior year. A minimum overall GPA of 3.2 is required for admission.

Our program offers an excellent opportunity to fast-track your education and build a strong foundation for public sector leadership.

• View the Political Science (B.A.) to Public Administration (M.P.A.) Accelerated Program in the catalog

The Urban Studies/MPA Accelerated Program prepares students for careers in public service, with an emphasis on urban policy, planning, and law. Up on completing the program, you will be well prepared for a career in local, state, and federal governments as well as nonprofit and private organizations.

Up to 12 credit hours of eligible graduate-level coursework taken as an undergraduate can be counted toward both your Urban Studies B.A. degree and your Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree.

The Master of Arts in Communication (MCOM) is a rigorous, fully online graduate experience in communication.

The fully online Master of Arts allows you to complete the 30-hour program in one year while gaining marketable skills in strategic marketing, leadership, message production, audience interpretation, and data analysis.

This innovative program allows you to begin your public health studies at the College of Charleston, where you'll complete 90 credit hours, maintain a minimum 3.3 GPA, and gain hands-on experience through a public health internship.

Upon meeting program requirements and securing acceptance to MUSC, you’ll transition seamlessly to graduate studies at MUSC to complete your MPH.

In just a few years, you’ll earn both your Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Health degrees, equipping you with the skills and credentials to address today’s pressing health challenges.

Accelerate your journey to a leadership role in healthcare with the College of Charleston and MUSC’s Health Services Administration and Management (BS) to Master of Health Administration (MHA) program.

Begin your academic journey at the College of Charleston, completing 90 credit hours, maintaining a minimum 3.3 GPA, and gaining practical experience through a health-focused internship.

Once you meet program requirements and gain acceptance to MUSC, you’ll transition to graduate studies to complete your MHA.

This streamlined pathway allows you to earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in less time, preparing you to excel in healthcare management and administration.

The College of Charleston partners with the Medical University of South Carolina and University of South Carolina Upstate Mary Black School of Nursing to offer a dual degree program that is an option for a small number of entering freshmen.

These partnerships allow students to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the College of Charleston and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from USMC in 4.5 years or USC Upstate in 5 years.

In collaboration with the MUSC College of Pharmacy, the College of Charleston offers an exclusive dual-degree program that guarantees up to five incoming first-year students a place in the MUSC College of Pharmacy. This program allows students to complete a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in one year less than the traditional path.

In this program, you'll spend your first three years at the College majoring in biology and gaining practical experience through job shadowing pharmacists.

In your fourth year, you'll transfer to MUSC while remaining part of the College. You will receive your bachelor’s degree in biology at the end of this year and continue at MUSC to complete your Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Earn both a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) and a Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (M.S.) through a dual degree program that combines academic excellence with efficiency.

This program offers a robust, interdisciplinary curriculum led by expert faculty, providing you with the knowledge and skills needed for impactful careers in public administration and environmental sustainability.

With access to extensive career opportunities, this dual degree program equips you to address today’s most pressing environmental and public policy challenges in a streamlined, cohesive learning experience.