Double Wolf Pathways: Start Early

Start Early and get ahead.

Take graduate-level courses before graduating with your bachelor's. Earn credit for both degrees at once.

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Start Early

The Double Wolf Pathways: Start Early pathway allows undergraduate students to earn graduate credit while completing their bachelor's degree. By taking approved graduate-level courses, students can apply credits toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees, saving time and reducing the cost of earning a master's.  

Eligible students can earn up to two semesters of graduate credit before graduating, helping them complete their graduate education sooner.

Choose your field of study

The Start Early pathway offers the flexibility to pursue a master's degree that aligns with your undergraduate major or explore a new field of study. Whatever your goals, Double Wolf Pathways helps you build a plan that fits your academic and career aspirations.

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Continue in Your Field

Continue your academic path in the same subject area.

Example:

  • B.S. in Computer Science → M.S. in Applied Computer Science

  • BBA in Marketing → MBA
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Branch into a New Field

Use your bachelor’s as a foundation to explore a new area.

Example:

  • B.A. in Psychology → M.S. in Applied Business Analytics

  • B.A. in Philosophy → M.S. in Cybersecurity

Are you eligible?

You qualify to Start Early if you have:

  • Completed 75+ credit hours toward your bachelor’s
  • Completed at least 30 credit hours at UWG
  • Maintained a 3.2 GPA or higher

Some graduate programs may have additional requirements. If that is the case, we will guide you through the details.

Application Process

Student Application Process

  1. Check Your Eligibility – Confirm you meet Double Wolf Pathway requirements above.

  2. Contact the Graduate School – We will help you get the process started. If you have questions about the process or need help identifying your undergraduate or graduate program coordinators, we are here to help you.

  3. Submit Your Application – Complete the Double Wolf Interest Form.

  4. Get Approved – Once accepted, the Graduate School will register you for your approved graduate-level courses for the recommended semester(s). 

If you meet the GPA requirements for your program, once you finish your bachelor's degree, you will be fully admitted to your master’s program. Graduates of the Double Wolf Pathways do not need to pay the application fee or submit a separate application for their master's program. 

Ready to Begin?

If you are ready to Start Early, submit your interest form today!

Interest Form

After You Graduate

When you complete your bachelor’s degree, the Graduate School will automatically review your record.

To qualify for automatic admission, you must:

  • Earn at least a 3.2 GPA in your undergraduate coursework
  • Earn a grade of B or higher in all Double Wolf Pathway graduate courses

What Happens Next

If you meet the requirements, you will be automatically admitted into your master’s program. If you don’t meet the GPA requirement, you can still apply for admission through the regular graduate application process.

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Have Questions? Contact Us!

We understand that graduate school can be a big decision. If you have any questions about the Double Wolf Pathways, reach out! We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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Prefer to call us? Use this number for any of the pathways: (678) 839-1394