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Three-Year Degrees: Faster Path to Graduation | Charleston News
Virginia and Ohio are pioneering a bold new path: three-year bachelor’s degrees designed to slash costs, speed up graduation, and keep quality high. Fifteen colleges across Virginia, backed by Ohio leaders and private partners, are testing if cutting semesters, trimming electives, and focusing on core courses can deliver a faster, more affordable degree—without lowering standards. While critics worry about unequal outcomes, proponents argue this mirrors existing accelerated programs and offers students more flexibility. As tuition climbs and employers demand quicker, targeted skills, this…
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