Accelerated master's programs

Accelerated GRADuate Enrollment (AGRADE)

The AGRADE program enables qualified juniors and seniors to enroll simultaneously in some undergraduate and graduate programs. Up to 16 credits can count for both degrees. This can reduce the time spent in a master's program and lower the total cost. Participants in the AGRADE program can apply to receive an AGRADE Scholarship from the Graduate School.

Reach out to your undergraduate advisor and ask about AGRADE to learn more.

AGRADE applicant requirements

Be a currently enrolled WSU undergraduate with a GPA of at least 3.3 (some programs may require a higher GPA).
Apply for AGRADE in the semester in which you plan to complete at least 90 credits of your undergraduate degree requirements (usually, the Fall semester of your junior year).

Participating schools and colleges

For graduate faculty

Contact the Dean's Office of your school/college if you have questions about AGRADE participation for your program
Encourage and support qualified students to participate in AGRADE and the related AGRADE Scholarship
Consider proposing a new AGRADE program if you see an opportunity
AGRADE may not be used in conjunction with Senior Rule.

Senior Rule

Through the Senior Rule program, seniors can earn graduate credits for courses taken in excess of your undergraduate degree requirements. Reach out to your undergraduate advisor and ask about Senior Rule to learn more.

Senior Rule eligibility requirements

Be entering your final undergraduate semester.
Have a minimum upper-division GPA of 3.0.
Register for at least one credit that is part of your undergraduate degree requirements. The combination of Graduate and undergraduate courses cannot exceed 16 credits.

Participating schools and colleges

For graduate faculty

Ask your administrator if you have questions about Senior Rule participation for your program or department
Encourage and support qualified students to participate in Senior Rule
Senior Rule may not be used in conjunction with AGRADE