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Massachusetts Launches 3-Year Degrees
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- Jun 26, 2026
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- 110
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Summary
Massachusetts is launching a bold experiment in higher education: starting in fall 2027, Merrimack College and Suffolk University will offer three-year bachelor’s degrees requiring just 90 credits—cutting time and cost for students eager to enter the workforce faster. Designed for career-focused learners, these programs target fields like psychology, business, and health administration, with both schools pledging to maintain academic rigor. But critics warn of a potential two-tiered system and reduced flexibility, while students must sign off acknowledging employers may not recognize these degrees as equivalent to traditional four-year degrees. Both schools will be closely monitored for five years to ensure quality and equity. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cac6e98842113dcb