Undergraduate Stonehill students can now register for courses that will count for Graduate and Professional Studies.
Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies Elizabeth Stringer-Keefe said that undergraduate students are now allowed to register for any two classes that will count for the degree or certificate program they are interested in.
Stringer-Keefe said that all students participating in the Skyhawk Accelerated Dual Degree program were also eligible to take graduate courses which includes all 500 and 600-level courses. She also said that they worked closely with students, so they took classes that were a good fit for them and their schedules.
“Students interested in taking a graduate class who are not quite sure if they wish to apply are also eligible to take 500-level classes with approval,” she said.
She said students interested in taking courses at this level that have not declared the graduate or professional study could email Graduate Director Professor Kristin McGillicuddy for Business courses or Dr. Rebekah Louis for Education courses.
“Undergraduate students who have been accepted to the program consult with their faculty advisor on classes and can register now during the registration period,” Stringer-Keefe said.
She said that 500 and 600-level courses would still require approval for students in the accelerated program. This could be requested through this form, once the student has met with their faculty advisor. She also said that those who hadn’t applied yet could still take a 500-level course by filling out the same form and that it was a great way to try out graduate programs.
The Skyhawk Accelerated Dual Degree program was now open to both current and incoming students, said Stringer-Keefe.
“Increasingly we hear that students are interested in maximizing their time and starting graduate study early, which is why this is available to both current and incoming students. Our accelerated dual degree policy was designed to ensure that the undergraduate experience remains the focus by allowing a careful and thoughtful entry into graduate study with two courses,” she said.
She said that the way they ensured that the undergraduate was the focus was by requiring students to complete 60 undergraduate credits before beginning any process for graduate studies. She said once students were allowed to start graduate programs, they would receive support from graduate faculty to ensure that they are successful when beginning graduate studies.
“For undergraduates who are not yet sure if they want to pursue a graduate degree, taking a course provides them with a window into what graduate study is like and whether it is a good fit for them. It can also help refine career interests and goals,” said Stringer Keefe.
For those who aren't sure, taking classes in graduate programs is a great way to get started in a supportive environment and extend the Stonehill experience. Stringer-Keefe said it had been set up for students to succeed due to its affordable tuition, supportive faculty and staff, and opportunities to gain work experience with select industry and corporate partners.
As advice for students’ interest in taking graduate courses, Stringer-Keefe said “Talk to us! Please stop by the GPS Admission Hub in Meehan 101 to chat with us and ask questions about the Skyhawk Accelerated Dual Degree or any of the graduate degree programs or opportunities. Bonus: we have hot chocolate, coffee, snacks, and swag.”
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