Aim higher by getting a jump-start on your master’s degree.
Next Start Dates
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Course Based
Courses with a set schedule
May 27, 2024
Transfer Credits
Up to 135 Credits
Get a Head Start on Your Master’s Degree
With the BS in Human Services Accelerate Into Master’s (AIM) concentration, you can take up to five graduate-level courses from select Walden master’s programs at the undergraduate tuition rate.
Choose from these programs:
- MS in Psychology
- MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- MS in Forensic Psychology
- MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- MS in Developmental Psychology
- MS in Human Services
- MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MS in Criminal Justice
- MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management
- Master of Healthcare Administration
- Master of Public Administration
- MS in Health Education and Promotion
Why Choose Walden?
START YOUR MASTER'S EARLY
Complete graduate-level courses during your undergraduate program and earn credits you can apply toward a Walden master’s program.
MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN
Gain skills that empower you to effect real, sustainable change for individuals, families, and communities.
Program Details
Curriculum
Minimum Completion Requirements
- 181 quarter credits (182 cr. for MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling [CMHC] AIM selection)
- General education courses (46 cr.)
- Core courses (45 cr.)
- Concentration courses (25 qtr. cr.; 26 cr. for MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling [CMHC] AIM selection)
- Elective courses (60 cr.)
- Capstone course (5 cr.)
Students may be eligible to transfer up to 135 credits*. At least 45 credits must be completed at Walden.
*Please note: Students that reside in Virginia may be eligible to transfer up to 125 credits. At least 55 credits must be completed at Walden.
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Admission Requirements
Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria:
- You are 21 years of age or older.
- You are less than 21 years of age with at least 12 quarter credits.
- You are an active member of the military or a veteran with documentation of service.
More information for international applicants.
The progress you make now pays you back. Receive one tuition-free course for every three paid courses you successfully complete. In addition, you’ll receive a $2,700 tuition grant.
We believe you can achieve your goals—and we’re here to support you along your journey.
Request information to learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
*Tuition and fees are subject to change. See Tuition and Fees section and Scholarship Details for more information.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 181–182 quarter credits* | $340 per quarter credit | $61,540–$61,880 |
| Program Fee | Per quarter | $175 | $2,800 |
| $64,340–$64,680† | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$18,340 $46,000–46,340‡ | ||
*The BS in Human Services to MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Accelerate Into Master's (AIM) program option requires one additional credit, for a total of 182 credits.
†Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,000.
‡Represents AIM concentration, minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.