How Many Credits Do I Need?
As is true of a four-year degree student, 120 credits are needed.
When Do I Enter The Program?
Students may enter the three-year program in September or January of their freshman year. Your decision to enter the three-year degree program is not tied to your admission to the College.
How Do I Earn 120 Credits in Three Years?
You will meet with your advising team, declare a major, and choose from a variety of options:
- Earn 15 to 18 credits a semester for six semesters.
- Earn 3 credits in three consecutive January intersessions to link with summer study.
- Earn up to 12 credits in two summer options.
You can earn credits through coursework, internships, study abroad, and fieldwork opportunities.
How Do I Benefit?
You will complete college one year early and still acquire the skills needed in an interdependent world. Together with Lesley faculty, you will not only examine knowledge in engaging and interactive formats, you will discover new knowledge—gaining a capacity for original thinking and problem solving. The Mentorship Program will provide opportunities for you to consider how to best align your course requirements, internships, and study abroad options with career aspirations. In addition, because of reduced January intersession and summer school costs, modest financial savings will accrue and you will enter your professional field or graduate school a year earlier. Ultimately, you will deepen your study through this year-round option to pursue research, internships, and study abroad related to your degree program.
Am I A Good Candidate?
Focused and highly motivated students are ideal candidates for the three-year degree program.
For more information, please fill out the Three-Year Degree Intent to Enroll Form