By DeVry University
December 19, 2023
5 min read
December 19, 2023
5 min read
If you’re ready to take the next step toward your career goals, you need an effective way to advance your education and skills on your timeline. You’re probably wondering, how long does it take to earn a master’s degree?
The amount of time it takes to earn a master's degree can vary widely, as it depends on several factors, including the type of program you enroll in, whether or not you have any transfer credits and if you plan to study full- or part-time.
In this article, we'll talk about the average length of a master's degree program and some additional factors that can affect how long it takes to earn one in the following sections:
12 months with an accelerated schedule (Requires 9 credit hours of Prior Learning Credit. Per 12-month period, assumes completion of 3 semesters and continuous, year-round, full-time enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester with no breaks. Does not apply to MBA with Specialization. See Keller Academic Catalog for details.)
2 years and 2 months with a normal schedule (Assuming completion of 3 semesters per year and continuous, year-round enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester with no breaks.)
Or even more quickly with additional qualifying prior learning credit.
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