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Complete your bachelor’s degree in just 18 months.

That’s why Northeastern University’s College of Professional

Studies has developed Fast-Track—a group of 18-month bachelor’s

degree completion programs that fit your lifestyle and your higher

educational goals.

If you have an associate degree or equivalent number of credits,

you can complete your bachelor’s degree in just 18 months from a

prestigious university at a reasonable cost.

Conveniently scheduled courses allow you to maintain work

and family commitments while gaining the skills and knowledge

needed to get ahead.

n Fast-Track programs are completed in 18 monthsn Convenient campus locations—Main Boston, Boston

Financial District, Burlington, and Onlinen New programs launched multiple times per yearn Program formats include Online and On-Campus

Designed for Transferring CreditsThe 18-month Fast-Track programs are designed for students who

have earned an associate degree or equivalent number of credits

(80 quarter hours or 60 semester hours) from Northeastern

University or another regionally accredited college or university.

The Office of Admissions will work with applicants to evaluate

and accept as many previously completed credits as possible.

Please visit www.northeastern.edu/cps or call 1.877.668.7727 for

more information.

a bachelor’s degree has become

a standard credential for many

career paths.

Yet work and family commitments often compete with

the time required to attain this essential degree.

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The 18-month Fast-Track programs are offered

in a unique format where students begin and

complete all courses with the same group.

Benefits of this structure include:

n Learn from your fellow classmates and the

professions and industries they representn Develop a valuable network of professional

contactsn Learn teamwork and group process skillsn Acquire lifelong friendsn Know your six-term course plan when you

begin your program

Choice of Subjects and FormatsThe College of Professional Studies continues

to expand the variety of subjects available

within the Fast-Track programs, enabling

you to choose a course of study that aligns

with your career goals.

Programs are offered in multiple formats—each

providing distinct benefits.

Visit www.northeastern.edu/cps for a

complete list of Fast-Track programs

and available formats.

The Convenience of Fast-TrackFast-Track programs have been designed for your

optimum convenience, allowing you to focus on what’s

most important—your studies. The Fast-Track staff guides

you through the application process, registers you for

all your classes, and advises you throughout your

academic career.

Additionally, tuition for the On-Campus Fast-Track programs

includes all textbooks, materials, and meals—dinner is

provided during on-campus weeknight classes and breakfast

and lunch during on-campus Saturday classes. (Meals and

textbooks are not provided for Online or Global Leadership

format programs.) The tuition cost of each term varies,

depending on the number of credits required for that term.

See individual degree program descriptions for details on

tuition cost.

How to ApplyVisit www.northeastern.edu/cps to complete an application.

Official transcripts, current resume, and a statement of

purpose are also required. Prerequisites may be required

for specific programs. See Frequently Asked Questions for

additional information.

Maximum flexibility and conve-nience for working professionals with demanding schedules.

Earn any one of the following:n BS in Managementn BS in Health Managementn BS in Leadership

On-campus classes augmented with online coursework. Meets on-campus in the evenings and on weekends.

Combines convenience with face time between instructors and fellow students.

Earn any one of the following:n BS in Finance and Accounting

Managementn BS in Leadershipn BS in Information Technology

Combines experiential learning with in-class meetings.

Attracts internationally diverse student population.

Meets on-campus in the afternoons while allowing time for internships and other professional experiences.

Earn a BS in Leadership with a unique focus on global issues.

Online Programs On-Campus Programs Global Leadership Program

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“I was 38 when I started

the Fast-Track program, so

time was a big factor for me.

Fast-Track offered everything I

was looking for—cost, flexibility,

online, and Saturday classes.”

Cheryl Leon, 2009 Graduate Fast-Track BS in Leadership

Frequently Asked Questions

Q | How do students qualify for Fast-Track programs?

A | If you have earned an associate degree from an

accredited school, or can demonstrate successful completion

of the equivalent number of credits (80 quarter hours or

60 semester hours), you may qualify for program entrance.

Some programs have specific requirements. Please refer to

the program descriptions for these requirements.

Q | Can you describe the class structure?

A | For On-Campus Programs: You will meet in the classroom one

night per week and alternating Saturdays during each quarter. The

weeknight and Saturday dates have been determined, and you will

receive a schedule so you can plan accordingly. Classes meet for

three hours on a week night and the alternating Saturday classes

meet for 7 hours at a time. In addition to in-class time, students

will be required to participate in some online course work.

For Online Programs: There is no designated class meeting time

for the online classes. Using the Blackboard online system, the

instructor will present lectures, post discussion questions,

and assignments.

For Global Leadership Program: The Global Leadership program meets

on weekday afternoons on the Boston Northeastern University campus.

Q | What is the workload like?

A | If accepted, you will be participating in a Fast-Track degree

completion program. Therefore, the workload each quarter will

be significant. Students typically carry 12-15 quarter hours a term.

You will have papers, projects, presentations, and online work to

complete throughout the term.

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Q | What types of instructors teach Fast-Track?

A | The instructor team includes both full-time

faculty from the University, as well as leading

practitioners in the areas of leadership,

communications, information technology,

accounting, health management, and liberal arts.

They are committed to your success and dedicated

to the program.

Q | Is there an application deadline?

A | Admission is on a rolling basis. We encourage

students to apply early so that all materials can be

reviewed before the program start date.

Q | Am I eligible for financial aid?

A | As a Fast-Track student, you will be enrolled as a

full-time student of Northeastern University and will qualify

to apply for financial aid. For further information go

to: www.northeastern.edu/cps. Scholarships are also

available for select programs.

Q | What computer and technology requirements

are needed for the Fast-Track programs?

A | In order to participate in the online portion

of the program, the following hardware and

software are recommended specifications to work

with the Blackboard application used for online

study at Northeastern:

Platform: n PC (Windows 2000/XP/Vista) n Mac (10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5)

Hardware: n 128 MB of RAM n 2 GB of free disk space n Sound card with speakers (for courses

with multimedia) n Ethernet or Wireless network card

(for high-speed Internet connection) or 56K modem (for dial-up Internet connection)

n T1, DSL, Cable, or Satellite high-speed connection (56K dial-up will work, but the online course system will run slowly).

Q | How do I apply?

A | Application for Admission: You can apply

online at www.northeastern.edu/cps.

Statement of Purpose: Write a 500- to 1,000-word

statement of purpose that identifies your educational

goals and expectations from the program.

Current Resume: Required of all applicants.

Academic Transcripts: Submit official transcripts

of all previous college coursework completed.

If you have not earned an associate degree,

proof of high school completion (high school

transcripts, GED, or equivalent) will also

be required.

If mailing any of the documents referenced above, please send them to:

Office of Admissions-Undergraduate Programs

41 BV

College of Professional Studies

Northeastern University

360 Huntington Avenue

Boston, MA 02115-9959

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Fast-Track undergraduate degree completion programs are designed with

the busy student in mind —flexible schedules and dedicated staff help students

balance school with work and life commitments.

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Why Northeastern University?

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a

private research university that is consistently

ranked by Forbes and U.S. News and World Report

as a top-tier educational institution.

Known for integrating classroom learning with real-world experience, the

University has a longstanding reputation for being an exciting and vibrant

place to learn. Our Boston campus is a beautiful, award-winning 67-acre

campus of tree-lined walkways and grassy quads set in a dynamic, multicultural

city that offers a wealth of academic, social, and recreational resources.

For added convenience, the College of Professional Studies also offers

programs at additional campuses, as well as a variety of online programs

that allow students to complete programs from anywhere in the world.