Due to weather conditions, Chestnut Hill College will open at 10:00 am on Monday, December 15.
Due to weather conditions, Chestnut Hill College will open at 10:00 am on Monday, December 15.
At Chestnut Hill College, we combine hybrid and online classes to create a balanced education perfect for all students. Our accelerated eight-week format is carefully designed to support adult students who are looking to earn a degree through our Accelerated Adult Degree Program (AADP).
The Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degrees are awarded to a School of Continuing and Professional Studies student who satisfactorily completes the requirements of the curriculum. To qualify, students earn a minimum of 120 credits (at least 45 of which are earned at Chestnut Hill College), have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0, a grade of “C-” or above in all major courses, and comply with the standards of the College.
Core Liberal Arts
One course in each of these general areas:
In addition to the core, students are required to complete courses in their respective degree program curriculum. Please consult the individual program page for specific information on those areas.
The AADP program offers 9 bachelor’s and associate’s degrees with all courses scheduled in accelerated 8-week formats for maximum flexibility and fast degree completion time. The calendar year is divided into six, 8-week sessions, and students may enter at the beginning of any session. Classes are conveniently offered in the evenings (6pm – 9pm) to fit an adult’s busy schedule.
New students may start programs from scratch with zero credits; or for those students with prior learning, we allow a transfer of up to 75 credits from another accredited college or university where applicable. Additionally, Prior Learning Assessment options can help students earn credit for on-the-job and training program experience they may already have.
Portfolio Assessment
Students who have acquired knowledge through prior experience may apply for credit through portfolio assessment. Designed for the highly self-directed learner, this process demands rigorous self-assessment, critical analysis of the level of learning acquired, work samples and/or exhibits, third-party verification, and other documentation. Well-documented college-level learning can earn up to fifteen college credits.
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
The Accelerated Adult Degree Program recognizes fifteen approved CLEP credits at the ACE recommended level. Each CLEP examination is equivalent to one three-credit course. CLEP credits are recorded on the academic transcript as transfer credits and not calculated in the cumulative GPA.
Challenge Examination
Students may challenge up to twelve credits in four approved courses after the successful completion of fifteen credits. Challenge Examination grades are calculated in the cumulative GPA; a grade of “C” or above must be achieved for credit to be awarded.
Internships
Credit earned for field placement in the student’s program of study.
National Organizations or Programs