The Concordia University Chicago accelerated online bachelor’s degrees empower you to finish what you started and take bold steps toward your future through an expedited yet high-quality structure. Designed for driven learners with prior college credits, these programs maintain rigorous academic standards while allowing you to balance life’s demands. With a focus on career advancement and unlocking your potential, our accelerated online bachelor’s degrees allow you to achieve your goals faster—giving you the tools to shape your future, realize your ambitions, and make a meaningful global impact.
Depending on the number of credits already completed, you can finish your undergraduate degree in as few as 16 months.* Students can transfer up to 90 credits, which is over three-quarters of the required 120 credit hours.
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At Concordia University Chicago, you receive individual care and attention that can help build the career you dream about. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, change careers, or even complete your degree for personal achievement, our accelerated bachelor’s degree programs can help you. You’ll learn from experienced business leaders who provide real-world insights and practical knowledge.
Additionally, Concordia-Chicago’s innovative, online, global classrooms have included students from 37 states and 26 countries. This diverse network creates a truly enriching learning experience, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and global perspectives that prepare students to lead in an interconnected world.
An online accelerated degree completion program offers a faster path to achieving your academic and career goals than traditional programs. By leveraging the flexible, 100% online and asynchronous format, robust and expedited coursework, and up to 90 transfer credits, students can save time and reduce tuition costs while maintaining the same quality of education. This approach is ideal for individuals eager to re-enter the workforce or advance in their careers, providing the flexibility and focus needed to balance education with life’s responsibilities. Since Concordia-Chicago’s accelerated bachelor’s degrees can be completed in as few as 16 months, they’re a smart choice for working adults who are ready to fast-track their careers.*
A traditional undergraduate program typically follows two 16-week semesters, with classes spanning the entire semester. In contrast, our accelerated programs break each semester into two 8-week terms, allowing you to complete the same coursework at an expedited pace. This structure enables you to take more classes within the same time frame, helping you finish your degree faster while maintaining a rigorous academic experience.
Concordia University Chicago offers flexible academic pathways designed to help you build upon your undergraduate degree and seamlessly transition into advanced programs. These pathways allow you to expand your expertise and further your career without interruption, providing a streamlined path to obtaining advanced degrees like an MBA and even a doctoral degree. By continuing your education with Concordia-Chicago, you can achieve your academic and professional goals faster while benefiting from personalized guidance every step of the way.
Below are a few examples of how you can continue your program pathway.
Each degree program requires the completion of 120 credits, encompassing general education, major-specific, and elective courses. Major credit requirements vary depending on the program.
All accelerated online bachelor’s degree programs feature the following core disciplines:
| Requirement | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Communication | 9 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | 9 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 9 |
| Physical and Life Science (Lab requirement) | 7-8 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| University Requirements | 6 |
| Electives | 40 |
*Completion time depends on the number of transfer credits accepted at the time of admission, course availability, and course load. See Admission Requirements below for complete details.
To be considered for admission into an online accelerated degree completion program at Concordia University Chicago, students must complete and submit all required admission materials as follows:
Concordia University Chicago carefully evaluates transfer credits to ensure they align with degree requirements. You can transfer up to 90 semester hours from a regionally accredited institution, with at least 30 semester hours completed at Concordia-Chicago. Our team is here to guide you through the process and maximize your eligible credits, helping you build on your past achievements and move closer to earning your degree.
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The time it takes to complete your degree depends on the number of transfer credits you bring in. However, Concordia University Chicago’s accelerated degree completion programs are designed for efficiency, allowing you to graduate in as few as 16 months.* Our team will work with you to create a personalized plan that maximizes your previous credits and keeps you on track toward your goals.
*Completion time depends on the number of transfer credits accepted at the time of admission, course availability, and course load.
Accelerated programs work by condensing the traditional curriculum into a shorter time frame – two 8-week terms instead of the traditional 16-week semester – allowing you to earn your degree faster. This is achieved by offering shorter classes, year-round courses, and a more intensive pace. With these programs, you can complete your degree in as few as 16 months, depending on how many credits you transfer, giving you a quicker path to career advancement.
To succeed in an accelerated bachelor’s program, you’ll need strong self-motivation and the ability to manage your time effectively. The program demands a higher level of commitment with shorter classes and a more intensive pace, so staying organized and focused is key. Balancing coursework with other responsibilities requires dedication and discipline, but with the right mindset, you can thrive and finish your degree faster while advancing your career.
At Concordia-Chicago, you’ll receive personalized, one-on-one support from a dedicated Student Success Coach who will guide you throughout your accelerated program. Your coach will advocate for and encourage you, and help you navigate challenges, ensuring you stay on track. Whether you need academic advice, help balancing responsibilities, or motivation to push through, your Student Success Coach will be there to help you succeed in every step of your educational journey.
At the College of Business at Concordia-Chicago, we are driven by the foundational principles of our Four Pillars of Knowledge. We are intentional about developing ethical leaders who think critically, communicate effectively, and promote socially responsible business practices. Our curriculum is grounded in Christian faith, innovation, and entrepreneurship, enabling to impact their immediate world and global society.
Our commitment to ethics goes beyond simply offering courses on the subject. Rather, the application of ethical and socially responsible behavior nad how their organization is inextricably linked with broader ethical and social issues is woven into the coursework, providing a distinct advantage for our business students.
We equip students with the ability to think critically and creatively to solve business problems, manage risk, evaluate opportunities, and learn from outcomes. These themes are an integral part of the curriculum and help students develop a career advantage.
The College of Business is intentional about empowering leaders who communicate effectively, providing a competitive edge. The curriculum provides students with opportunities to build their communication skills including learning effective communication styles and how to maximize their communication style for professional growth.
We believe in and support a diverse and interconnected student body. Our students hail from over fourteen different countries, representing a diverse and global community.
For full details about our Four Pillars of Knowledge, please visit the About page.
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