Accelerated Master's Pathways AMP Saves Time. Saves Money. Amplifies your college education.
Typical length of time to complete both a Bachelor's and Master's degree, instead of 6 years.
Undergraduates with 60 - 105 credits are eligible for the program.
The number of graduate credits a student can earn at no additional cost/free.
The University of Kentucky’s Accelerated Master’s Pathways (AMP) gives highly motivated students the opportunity to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in five years, instead of six*. Students can also pursue their PhD utilizing this program. Qualified students can begin earning graduate credit during their undergraduate programs, allowing them to maximize their time on campus and return on their educational investment – earning up to 12 dual credit hours at no additional cost.
Eligibility Criteria:
- 3.0 Overall UK GPA
- 60-105* credit hours *Be sure to meet with your advisor to discuss your eligibility if you have more than 105 hours.
- A selected area of interest
- Must not be exploratory or pre-major
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Complete the AMP Intent Form for advisor approval
How AMP Works
Explore & Connect - Explore your interests using the list of eligible programs listed below. Each master’s program lists possible pathways you can take as an undergrad such as suggested majors, minors, and certificates.
Confirm - Starting in Spring 2025 submit the online AMP Intent Form when you have earned between 60 - 105 credit hours.
Get AMPed up - Complete or continue your undergraduate studies in the suggested major/minor/certificate pathway.
Accelerate - As an AMP student, enroll in appropriate graduate courses as an undergrad.
Apply - Your last semester as an undergraduate, apply to The Graduate School for your program.
Graduate - Move into your graduate program, with up to 12 graduate credits from AMP.
Still Thinking About It?
If you are not ready to officially start AMP and are still considering options, please provide your name and information so we can connect about your interest in the Accelerated Master’s Pathways.
"I chose the Accelerated Master's Pathways (AMP) at the University of Kentucky because it is great for students to get through graduate school faster, having to pay less overall as some credit hours are completed as an undergraduate student."
TIPS FOR APPLYING
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Reach out directly to the program to learn details! Some programs may have additional possible pathways.
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Review the undergraduate majors, minors, and certificates listed below that are pathways that may help you best prepare for the associated master’s program.
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Meet with your advisor and submit the AMP Intent form to request to officially "lock in" your intended pathway and be eligible for graduate courses you take to double count. Advisor endorsement required.
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Stay in contact with your undergraduate advisor and your chosen master’s program as you continue your undergraduate studies.
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Enroll in courses with the guidance of your target master’s program and your undergraduate advisor.
IMPORTANT AMP DETAILS
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Time to degree completion may vary. AMP allows students to complete both degrees in less time than students not participating in AMP. Additionally, some master's programs are 1 year in length versus 2 years.
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Your AMP Intent Form must be approved by your undergraduate advisor in advance, in order to earn graduate credits. The graduate program may accept these credits.
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The AMP program can be applicable to online programs.
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Inquire about graduate credits applying towards a PhD program.
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Graduate credits will only count if the associated graduate program accepts the credits. Graduate advising is strongly encouraged.
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Plan carefully. Once you have enrolled in a course for AMP credit, it will count toward your 12-credit limit.
Search Eligible AMP Graduate & PhD Pathways Below
Utilize the "search" below!
Explore All UK Programs for details on the specific AMP program you are interested in.