The University of Vermont's UVM Accelerated Master's Pathway (AMP) offers a fast-tracked path to a graduate degree, allowing students to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in a shortened time frame. This program is designed for motivated UVM undergraduate students who want to deepen their expertise in their field, build on foundational skills, and gain a competitive edge in their careers. It provides a rigorous academic experience, with opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and research. Students can apply to the Accelerated Master’s Entry Pathway in their Junior year.
The AMP option is available for the following graduate programs:
- Accountancy
- Animal Biosciences
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biostatistics
- Chemistry
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Community Development and Applied Economics
- Complex Systems and Data Science
- Computer Science
- Counseling
- Curriculum and Instruction (Middle Level Education)
- Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- Food Systems
- Greek and Latin
- Historic Preservation
- History
- Interdisciplinary Education
- Materials Science
- Mathematical Sciences
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
- Natural Resources
- Nutrition and Food Science
- Pharmacology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Special Education
- Statistics
Graduate College catalogue: requirements for AMPs
Graduate programs/degrees and deadlines to apply
One-year master's degrees are also available for traditional graduate applicants
- Accounting (M.Acc.)
- Medical Science (M.S.)
- Physical Activity and Wellness Training - PAWS (M.S.)
- Sustainable Innovation MBA (SI-MBA)
- Accelerated Teaching Licensure (MAT)
- Middle Level Education
- Secondary Education
Consult the Graduate College Catalogue or the appropriate Dean’s Office for details about AMP options and accelerated degree paths available to traditional graduate applicants.
FAQs
What are the graduation requirements for the AMP?
An Accelerated Master’s Pathway (AMP) is designed to allow current UVM undergraduate students to earn both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees within an average of 5 years for standard 30-36 credit master's programs. Master's programs with more credit requirements will take longer to complete. Students are expected to be full‐time until completion of the master’s degree. Students apply to the Accelerated Master’s Pathway in their junior year (or equivalent) as a UVM undergraduate.
What are the application requirements?
Students must apply for and be accepted to the AMP through the standard Graduate College application process. Typically, the application and admission process are finalized in the semester prior to the beginning of the senior year. In all cases, students must be admitted by the Graduate College before taking any courses that will apply to the master’s degree, i.e., all courses applied towards your master’s degree must be taken after formal admission to the AMP.
How many credits count towards a master’s degree?
AMP students may use up to 9 credits of graduate-level courses taken at UVM toward both the bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Some programs specify the courses that must be taken; in others it is determined individually. Some programs allow only 6 credits to count towards both the bachelor's and master's degrees, but may then allow another 3 taken as an undergraduate student to count towards the master's degree only.
What is the GPA requirement?
GPA requirements vary by program. Please explore your program of interest in the Graduate Catalogue and navigate to the information specific to the AMP pathway.
When can I apply for an Accelerated Master's Pathway?
Students typically apply to the program in the second semester of their Junior year or the first semester of their Senior year. This can vary depending on the program. The first step in the process is to connect with your current undergraduate advisor. As a reminder, all courses applied towards your master’s degree must be taken after formal admission to the AMP.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
Connecting with your undergraduate advisor is a great first step to have your questions answered. You can also reach out to a graduate admissions representative at gradadm@uvm.edu.