Program Overview

Introduction to 4+1 Accelerated Degree Programs

Adelphi University offers 4+1 Accelerated Degree Programs, which enable students to earn a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in just five years. This accelerated program is designed to save students time and money, while also providing a seamless path to career success.

Benefits of 4+1 Programs

The 4+1 programs at Adelphi University offer several benefits, including:

• Diverse fields of study, allowing students to choose from a range of areas that align with their interests
• Personalized learning, with Adelphi's approach to education providing students with a tailored experience throughout their five years
• Flexible opt-in, allowing students to join the 4+1 program in their second year, giving them ample time to select the right program for their career goals
• Career jumpstart, with the 4+1 programs helping students get a head start on their career, allowing them to enter their chosen field a year earlier

Available 4+1 Accelerated Options

Adelphi University offers a range of 4+1 accelerated options, including:

• Accounting/MBA 4+1 (BBA + MBA)
• Adolescent/Childhood Education - STEP Accelerated 5-Year Program (BA/BS + MA)
• Bachelor's Plus One-Year MBA (MBA)
• Biochemistry/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Biology 4+1 (BA/BS + MS)
• Biology/Environmental Studies 4+1 (BA/BS + MS)
• Biology/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Business of Science 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Chemistry/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Computer Science 4+1 (BS + MS)
• Computer Science/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Cybersecurity/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Environmental Science/Environmental Studies 4+1 (BS + MS)
• Environmental Studies 4+1 (BA + MS)
• Exercise Science 4+1 (BS + MS)
• General Psychology 5 Year Program (BA+MA)
• Information Systems/Supply Chain Management 4+1 (BS + MS)
• Mathematics/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Natural Science/Environmental Studies 4+1 (BS + MS)
• Neuroscience/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Physical Education & Health Education 4+1 (BS + MA)
• Physics/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)
• Software Engineering/MBA 4+1 (BS + MBA)

Transformative Educational Opportunities

All undergraduate students at Adelphi University have the opportunity to apply for various programs to expand their educational landscape, including:

• The Honors College, which fosters intellectual perspectives and critical skills
• Levermore Global Scholars, which prepares students to become global thinkers and leaders
• Study Abroad, which provides opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective

Awards and Recognition

Adelphi University has received national recognition for its strong student outcomes, including:

• Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings for social mobility and best salaries
• Money magazine's Best Colleges ranking, which focuses on quality of education, affordability, and student outcomes
• U.S. News & World Report's Best College ranking among National Universities
• Times Higher Education's ranking of Adelphi in the top 8 percent of four-year universities in the United States
• Colleges of Distinction: Career Development, recognizing Adelphi's exceptional approach to equipping students with skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey