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MSUā€™s Thrive in Five gives motivated students a competitive edge

MSUā€™s Thrive in Five gives motivated students a competitive edge

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MSUā€™s Thrive in Five initiative is helping students earn both a bachelorā€™s and masterā€™s degree in only five years. (Photo by Allie Broadnax)

Contact: Checky Herrington

STARKVILLE, Miss.ā€”Academically motivated students are encouraged to aspire higher as registration for spring classes gets underway at Ļć½¶Ö±²„.

With MSUā€™s Thrive in Five initiative, scholars can earn both a bachelorā€™s and masterā€™s degree concurrently in only five years. And by completing the required course load in less than the typical six years, they can enter the workforce and start earning sooner.

ā€œThrive in Five is designed to put motivated students on a fast track to success,ā€ said Peter Ryan, executive vice provost and Graduate School dean. ā€œEquipped with two degrees, participants are seen by potential employers as candidates who possess the critical thinking skills valued today in theĀ global marketplace more than ever.ā€

Undergraduate students who have completed at least 60 hours of coursework and have at least a 3.25 GPA may begin the process of earning their bachelorā€™s and masterā€™s degrees at an accelerated pace by meeting with their program advisor to map out the appropriate coursework. Requirements may vary depending on the program students choose.

ā€œThis option is perfect for students with strong academic records seeking to earn academic credentials that place them at the head of the pack in a competitive job market,ā€ said Ryan.

For the spring 2022 semester, the university is offering more than 30 Thrive in Five degrees, which can be viewed at /thriveinfive.

For more information, contact MSUā€™s Office of the Graduate School at 662-325-7400 or emailĀ gradapps@grad.msstate.edu.

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