5 Years. 2 Degrees. Finish Faster.
Discover the power of an accelerated education at Harpur College of Arts and Sciences. Our 4+1 degree programs allow you to earn your graduate degree in half the time. With the 4+1 program, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Save time and money: Complete your bachelor's and master's degree in just five years, instead of the traditional six.
- Specialize in your field: Choose from a variety of graduate programs that align with your undergraduate major and interests.
- Gain a competitive edge: Stand out from your peers with advanced knowledge and skills in your field.
- Jump-start your career: Enter the workforce with a graduate degree, giving you a head start on your career path.
Plan ahead and apply now to a 4+1 degree program and take the first step towards your future.
Harpur 4+1 Degree Offerings:
| Undergraduate Major | Degree | Graduate Major |
| Harpur BA/BS* | BA/BS+MS | Biomedical Anthropology |
| Anthropology | BA/BS+MA | Anthropology |
| Art History | BA+MA | Art History |
| Asian & Asian American Studies | BA+MA | Asian & Asian American Studies |
| Biological Sciences | BA+MS | Biological Sciences |
| Chemistry | BA/BS+MA/MS | Chemistry |
| Chemistry | BS+MS | Materials Science |
| Comparative Literature | BA+MA | Comparative Literature |
| Economics | BS+MA | Economics |
| English | BA+MA | English |
| French | BA+MA | French |
| Geography | BA+MA | Geography |
| Geology | BS+MS | Geology |
| History | BA+MA | History |
| Italian | BA+MA | Italian |
| Linguistics | BA+MA | Anthropology |
| Linguistics | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Mathematical Sciences | BA/BS+MA | Statistics |
| Philosophy | BA+MA | Philosophy |
| Philosophy, Politics & Law | BA+MA | Philosophy |
| Physics | BS+MS | Materials Science |
| Sociology | BA+MA | Sociology |
| Spanish | BA+MA | Spanish |
*Excludes MusB, Geological Science BA and BS, any Art & Design BA, and any Theatre BA.
Additional 4+1 Degrees Offered by Other Schools/Departments:
Several of our combined degree programs are offered in collaboration with other Binghamton University schools and departments.
- Combined degrees with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership (TLEL)
Combined degrees with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership:
In partnership with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership, these unique options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in French, Spanish or Mathematical Sciences and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in just five years of study.
Contact with more questions: tlel@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA)
Combined degrees with College of Community and Public Affairs:
In partnership with College of Community and Public Affairs, these innovative options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn any Harpur BA (excluding MusB, Geological Science BA and BS, any Art & Design BA, and any Theatre BA) and the following master's degrees in just five years of study:
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Public Health (MPH) — open to Harpur students in BA, BS and BFA programs
- Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MS SAA)
- Master in Sustainable Communities (MA/MS)
- Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA)
Contact with more questions:
- MPA: bking@binghamton.edu
- Human Rights: suzylee@binghamton.edu
- MSW: jvassell@binghamton.edu
- all others: ralfieri@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with Human Development
Combined degrees with Human Development:
In partnership with Human Development, these forward-thinking options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Environmental Studies, English, French, History, Human Development, Italian, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Philosophy, Politics and Law or Spanish, and Master of Science in Human Rights (MSHR) graduate program in just five years of study.
Contact with more questions: suzylee@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with School of Management
Combined degrees with School of Management:
In partnership with School of Management, these dynamic options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in just five years of study.
Excludes MusB, Geological Science BA and BS, any Art & Design BA, and any Theatre BA.
Contact with more questions: mpianella@binghamton.edu
Contact/Questions:
Courtney Ignarri
Assistant Dean for Graduate Affairs
Harpur College of Arts and Sciences
