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Accelerated Adult Students

The Continuing Education Experience

For adult students looking to start or finish a Bachelor’s degree

The Accelerated Adult Degree Program at Chestnut Hill College supports a wide array of adult students looking to earn a degree to advance their careers or satisfy a personal goal. We combine hybrid, online classes and face-to-face instruction to create a balanced, accessible education for adult students. Plus, we provide admissions and success counselors to help create individual plans and assist students on their journeys.

All courses are scheduled in 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 Monday-Thursday in the evenings (6pm – 9pm) to fit an adult’s busy schedule. (The weekends are yours!)

Explore What’s New for Fall 2025!

  • EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES WITH MONTESSORI INFANT TODDLER CREDENTIAL (B.S. degree or non-credit programs available)
  • Revamped BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM including optional concentrations in:
    • Healthcare Management
    • Human Resources Management
    • Organizational Dynamics

IN-PERSON / HYBRID PROGRAMS

    FULLY ONLINE PROGRAMS

      Also Available: Pennsylvania Director Credential     DOWNLOAD PDF

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      Start Your Application Today!

      There’s no time like the present to come back to college and get your degree. At CHC, we make it easy to fit education into an adult’s busy schedule. With convenient 8-week sessions, you can begin right away!

      NEXT SESSION:
      Fall I Classes Begin Monday, August 25

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      How to Apply

      Learn general information about applying to any of our Accelerated Adult Degree programs.

      Application Steps
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      Prior Learning

      You can receive credit toward your degree for job experience (or life experience!) you already have.

      Alternative Credit
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      Partnerships

      We work with several businesses and organizations throughout Philly to offer tuition discounts.

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