Accelerated master’s degree programs
Earn a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in five years.
The Fulton Schools’ Accelerated Master’s Programs are designed for high achieving students ready to take their education and career to the next level. Earn your master’s degree faster and smarter by saving time, reducing costs, and gaining a competitive edge in the job market.
As an approved undergraduate student, you can double-count up to 9 credit hours toward both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Once you complete your undergraduate program, you’ll seamlessly transition into your graduate studies and graduate ahead of time.
Your future starts now. Why wait?
- Manufacturing Engineering, BS
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems, BS
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems, BSE
- Engineering (Automotive Systems)
- Engineering (Electrical Systems)
- Engineering (Mechanical Systems)
- Engineering (Robotics)
Which accelerated master’s degrees can I pursue?
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Artificial intelligence engineering (manufacturing), MS
This program integrates AI engineering with advanced manufacturing, preparing students to apply machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing. Graduates will learn AI engineering foundations, data collection and AI ethics and social responsibility.
Artificial intelligence engineering (robotics), MS
This program blends advanced AI and robotics engineering, preparing students to apply machine learning, automation and generative AI in real-world systems. Graduates gain in-demand skills for roles in robotics, AI and industrial innovation.
Manufacturing engineering, MS
This program prepares students to lead in smart manufacturing, combining automation, materials processing and systems management. Graduates gain advanced skills to design efficient, high-tech production systems and excel in roles across diverse industries.
Robotics and autonomous systems (systems engineering), MS
This program equips students to design and manage complex robotic and autonomous systems. With a focus on systems engineering, AI and automation, graduates are prepared for advanced roles in industries from aerospace to healthcare.
Students in the robotics and autonomous systems or manufacturing engineering degree programs are also eligible to pursue one of the following Accelerated Master’s degree programs.
Accelerated master’s degree programs details
- Complete 75 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree to be considered for admission.
- Transfer students must be in term 6 on their major map.
- Complete 90 credit hours before enrolling in shared courses.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Complete the applicant agreement. Contact the advising office to schedule an appointment.
- International students must meet English proficiency requirements or complete 90 credit hours of undergraduate coursework at ASU with a cumulative GPA of 3.00.
Step 1: Complete the applicant agreement
Contact your academic advisor to request the applicant agreement form. The form must be approved before you can enroll in shared or 500-level courses.
Step 2: Enroll in shared courses
Once the agreement is approved, you may begin enrolling in shared courses. Overrides may be required; contact the accelerated academic advisor for assistance.
Step 3: Apply for graduation
Apply for graduation during your final undergraduate semester.
Step 4: Notify your advisor
Notify your accelerated academic advisor after you apply for graduation so you can be admitted into the master’s program. Students must maintain the Accelerated Master’s degree program GPA requirements to remain eligible and continue into the graduate program.
Students in the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks Accelerated Master’s degree program must maintain a minimum 3.00 cumulative ASU undergraduate GPA (on a 4.00 scale) at the time of application and through completion of their undergraduate degree requirements. In addition, students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in all coursework on the graduate plan of study, including shared 400-level courses and all 500-level coursework.
Students in the accelerated program who do not maintain a minimum 3.00 cumulative ASU undergraduate GPA at the time of undergraduate graduation may continue into the graduate portion of the program. However, they will not be able to share previously approved credits or select other courses to share. These students must complete all requirements for their graduate degree.
Students who do not maintain a 3.00 GPA in shared coursework will be placed on probation upon entering the graduate program. They will be notified of their probation status and the steps required to return to good standing.
Students who fail to meet both GPA requirements will not be permitted to continue into the graduate portion of the Accelerated Master’s degree program and will be removed from both the accelerated program and the graduate program.
Interested?
If you are admitted to one of the eligible undergraduate degree programs mentioned above, please reach out to your undergraduate advisor to express your interest in pursuing an accelerated master’s program.