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The accelerated Bachelor of Science and Master of Environmental Studies program enables eligible students to obtain both degrees in as little as five years by taking approved graduate-level courses during their final undergraduate year. Participants can apply up to 12 credit hours of graduate coursework toward both degrees simultaneously. This integrated approach requires a minimum of 141 credits, significantly fewer than the 153 credits needed when pursuing the degrees independently.
VCU applications for admissions and scholarship consideration will be reviewed based on academic performance at an accredited high school or on GED scores. The college preparatory curriculum is highly preferred. Extracurricular activities and employment experience may strengthen an application.
Essays are required of all applicants and must be submitted with the Common Application. At least one recommendation is preferred for all applicants. Applicants will be asked to submit recommender information before submitting the Common Application. Recommenders will be sent an email on the applicant’s behalf requesting a recommendation. First-year applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.