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Accelerated MA—For Current Wheaton Undergraduates

Earn your bachelor's and master's in only five years

 

Dear Current Wheaton Undergraduate,


The Accelerated MA Program offers you a unique opportunity to earn both your bachelor's and a master's in only five years. You can choose from the following master's level programs.

 

  • MA Biblical Exegesis
  • MA Christian Formation & Ministry (CFM)
  • MA Evangelism & Leadership
  • MA History of Christianity
  • MA Intercultural Studies
  • MA Intercultural Studies & TESOL
  • MA Teaching (MAT)
  • MA Theology
  • Professional Certificate in TESOL
  • Graduate Certificate in Urban Mission

 

Other Benefits—Simpler Application. Several Cost Savings.

If you decide that The Graduate School and one of the above programs is right for you, you'll enjoy these additional benefits.

 

  1. Skip the entrance exam—it's waived.
    - Normally you'd have to take the GRE (~$140, 3-4 hrs.) or MAT (~$50-85, 1 hr.)
  2. Fill out a vastly shorter and simpler application.
    - Write one short essay, rather than three longer essays.
    - Submit one recommendation, rather than three recommendations.
  3. Get a faster admission decision.
  4. Skip the Confirmation of Admission Form.
  5. Save the application fee ($30)—waived.
  6. Save the advance deposit ($100)—waived.
  7. Save the tuition for graduate courses taken while you are an undergraduate.
    - There's no extra cost. Your current undergraduate tuition remains unchanged.
FAQ

Will my classification change?

You will remain an undergraduate student until you earn your bachelor's degree.

 

When can I register for graduate courses?

After you're admitted to the Accelerated MA program and complete ninety undergraduate credit hours.

 

How many grad credits can I take as an undergraduate?

Up to sixteen grad credit hours in total. The most you can take per semester is eight grad credit hours.

 

Can my grad credits apply toward my bachelor's?

No. Accelerated MA graduate courses cannot be counted toward your bachelor's degree.

 

Will I change advisors?

You'll have two advisors. You'll keep your undergraduate advisor and be assigned a graduate advisor.

 

Are there any scholarships for Accelerated MA students?

You will be eligible for graduate financial aid once you graduate with your bachelor's and continue as a full-time MA student. The typical aid package includes the Wheaton Grant (need-based). There are also specific endowed scholarships (merit-based or eligibility-based). You can learn more at Types of Financial Aid. 

 

I trust this information will help you get started on your journey toward earning a Master of Arts degree. If you have any further questions about the Accelerated MA program, feel free to stop by the Graduate Admissions Office (BGC 258) and speak with an admissions counselor.

 

Sincerely,


Julie Ann Huebner
Director of Graduate Admissions