{"id":6515,"date":"2020-01-27T11:23:30","date_gmt":"2020-01-27T16:23:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=6515"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:23:24","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T22:23:24","slug":"adult-degree-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/adult-degree-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"What is an Adult Degree Program?"},"content":{"rendered":"

An adult degree program is designed to provide flexible, postsecondary learning opportunities for adults looking to go back to school. Unlike a traditional degree program, adult learning programs are formatted specifically for those who are balancing full-time obligations \u2013 such as a career and family \u2013 alongside their education.<\/p>\n

Adult degree programs also tend to be very career-focused. With life experience already under their belts, adult students typically have a good sense of where they want to go in their career. A degree is simply their ticket to getting there. As a result, many programs will allow students to create a curriculum that aligns with their professional goals<\/strong>, meets their scheduling needs<\/strong>, and prepares them for a successful career<\/strong> after graduation.<\/p>\n

If you are considering going back to school for your degree, keep in mind that there are multiple types of adult learning (also called continuing education<\/a>) programs out there. For example, there are part-time and full-time degree programs. There are also on-campus, online, and hybrid programs, depending on the school. In addition, you may find degree completion programs, designed for adults who already started college and wish to transfer old credits. The right program for you will depend on your needs.<\/p>\n

At Goodwin University, you will find a variety of career-focused and flexible degree programs available at the associate, bachelor\u2019s, and master\u2019s degree level. Each program \u2013 whether it\u2019s nursing or accounting, leadership or early childhood education \u2013 offers convenient and customizable class schedules that can fit within your current schedule. You can learn more about that here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Adult Degree Program Requirements<\/h2>\n

Some adult degree programs will have age requirements for admission. Some require that an applicant has been out of high school for a certain number of years, before entry into the program. However, this is not always the case.<\/p>\n

You can find other degree programs that are geared towards working adults, without there being a number-requirement tied to them. For example, Goodwin accepts applications from students of all walks of life \u2013 whether they are one year out of high school or 10.<\/p>\n

For this reason, we do not identify our programs specifically as \u201cadult degree programs,\u201d in the sense that all candidates with academic potential are welcome to apply. However, most of our students are adult age. The median age of our student population is 28<\/strong>, and more than two-thirds of students are over age 25.<\/strong> Only 30% of our student body is a new, first-time student; 70% of students are transfers or are going back to school<\/a> for their degree. What does this mean, exactly? It means that you will be surrounded by other adults, with similar goals, passions, and experiences as you.<\/p>\n

If you are considering a degree completion program, keep in mind the requirements will differ. It is important to contact the University or program of your choice to get further details. Some schools may require a certain GPA level, or specific paperwork, to be able to transfer your credits. At Goodwin, those looking to complete their bachelor\u2019s degree<\/a> simply need to show previous college transcripts or:<\/p>\n