FAQ
How do I indicate my interest in pursuing the 4+1?
You need to do nothing right now! Students with an outstanding academic record who are admitted to relevant programs are automatically eligible for our 4+1 option. The threshold for students eligible to receive a 4+1 admission offer is a high school GPA of 3.25 or greater, as well as an SAT score greater than 1,000.
Students admitted to the program will be able to discuss their continued eligibility, and next steps necessarily, with their faculty advisor. After completing your first 90 credit hours at IUP, you will receive an electronic form to fill out, which will confirm your interest in pursuing your master’s degree.
Will my advisor know if I was offered 4+1 admission?
Yes. If you have been admitted to the 4+1 program, your faculty advisor and the coordinator of the master’s program for which you will eventually enroll will be notified, and receive copies of your invitation to the 4+1 option. You can discuss your interest in the program and what classes to take with your advisor once you get to campus.
What if I change my mind during my senior year, after starting graduate coursework?
In that case, your progress towards earning a bachelor’s degree will not suffer. The graduate courses you take during your senior years are specifically designed to apply toward both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Prior to scheduling your senior-year classes, you will meet with both your undergraduate and graduate advisors to determine which classes meet these criteria. Once you complete your first graduate classes, you will be eligible to earn your Bachelor’s degree even if you choose not to move forward.
What is my tuition rate when I’m taking graduate course work as an undergraduate?
IUP students are billed at their official “level”. Therefore, you will be billed at the undergraduate rate for any classes you complete before earning your bachelor’s degree. You will only be billed at the graduate rate once you are officially a graduate student, during your 5th and final year of study.
This tuition structure can result in significant savings for you. If you take 12 credits (4 classes) of master’s-level coursework during your senior year in college, you could save more than $8,500 in graduate tuition and fees!
What if I want to change my major?
The 4+1 option is designed for a specific course sequence that takes you through your bachelor’s and master’s degree studies. As a result, changing your major would nullify your 4+1 offer.
However, IUP offers “Early Admission” to some master’s-level programs. Under this option, you may still be eligible to take graduate course work at the undergraduate level, which will apply to both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree. Learn more about our Early Admissions program.
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