Accelerated Masters Pathways (AMP)
Learn About the AMP Program
The Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) provides a fast and affordable pathway from approved UCCS bachelor’s degree programs into the Master of Business Administration (MBA). Students across many academic colleges may complete 12 credits of MBA coursework that count toward both degrees, reducing total cost and time to completion.
Eligibility Requirements: It is advised that you complete the Intent Application to the AMP program in your junior year. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, available electives to incorporate the MBA courses in your senior year, and final eligibility confirmed by both undergraduate advising and the College of Business. You will apply to the graduate school in your senior year. Please see the ‘How to Apply’ section below for more details.
Benefits of the AMP
- Save time by starting the MBA in your senior year
- Build professional momentum toward leadership roles
- Gain graduate-level experience as an undergraduate student
- Save money by counting graduate coursework toward your bachelor’s degree
- Pay undergraduate prices for graduate level courses in your senior year
- Available to most programs across UCCS
Who should consider an AMP? The AMP is a great fit for students interested in leadership, management, or advanced business skills, including majors in LAS fields, Public Administration, Health and Exercise Sciences, Education, and Business.
Interested in learning more? Please reach out to College of Business Graduate Programs | Email: gsba@uccs.edu | Phone: 719-255-3408 | Location: Dwire Hall Academic Suite DH-333
Frequently Asked Questions
- Apply during your junior year (preferred) or early senior year.
- If admitted, enroll in up to 12 credit hours of MBA coursework as a senior.
- Courses fulfill both undergraduate and graduate requirements.
- After earning your bachelor’s degree, you transition directly into the MBA program.
No. The AMP is open to all majors who have approved of the partnership with the College of Business.
Up to 12 credit hours (4 courses) of graduate level courses. These approved graduate courses count toward your undergraduate degree and the MBA program.
Students receive a conditional admission status and gain full admission after completing their undergraduate degree and meeting the graduate GPA admission standard of 3.0.
The completed graduate courses in your senior year will still apply to your bachelor’s degree as approved. You will still graduate with your undergraduate degree as planned. However, the MBA courses may time out based on when you return to the campus and completion of the MBA program later.