Adult Students
Accelerated Degree Programs at GRCC
Online, Evening, and Weekend Options
GRCC offers two accelerated programs: the Online Program and the Weekend Program.
In each program, GRCC offers two degree options: the Associate in Arts and the Associate in Arts with an Emphasis in Business.
Students who follow the accelerated program’s planned curriculum and schedule, and maintain good standing, can earn their degrees in approximately 18 months. Students who do not meet these criteria may not be able to complete their programs in that time period.
Please note, if you have already completed 12 or more credits you may not be eligible to participate in this program.
Who should consider GRCC’s Accelerated Degree Programs?
Accelerated Degree Programs at GRCC are targeted toward adults, 24 years of age or older, who are currently employed or who have recently lost their jobs. Accelerated Degree Programs are also designed for students who are ready for college-level coursework and do not need developmental classes. Accelerated Degree Programs are open to both new and current GRCC students.
For More Information
Download our
Program Brochure
New students interested in applying to one of GRCC’s Accelerated Programs should go to www.grcc.edu/admissions.
Current students interested in enrolling in one of GRCC's Accelerated Programs should contact the Admissions Office at (616) 234-3567 or attend an Information Session.
If you would like more information about these programs please attend an Information Session.
Information sessions are scheduled for
- Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 10:00 am
- Friday, February 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm
- Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 10:00 am
- Friday, March 19, 2010 at 2:00 pm
- Friday, April 16, 2010 at 10:00 am
Register for a session here: Online Registration
| Online Program | Weekend Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees Offered | Associate in Arts Associate in Arts with an Emphasis in Business | Associate in Arts Associate in Arts with an Emphasis in Business |
| Format | Online Courses and Hybrid Courses Hybrid courses are conducted at least 50% online, but they also have a face-to-face component. Face-to-face sessions are scheduled on weeknights (Monday through Thursday). | Hybrid Courses Hybrid courses are conducted at least 50% online, but they also have a face-to-face component. Face-to-face sessions are scheduled on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings. |
| Location of Face-to-Face Courses | GRCC’s Main Campus | GRCC’s Main Campus |
| Time to Completion | 18 months* | 18 months* |
| Target Audience | Adults 24 or older – employed or recently unemployed Adults who wish to complete an Associate’s Degree in order to improve their employability, salary, or opportunities for career advancement Adults who wish to transfer to a four-year institution | Adults 24 or older – employed or recently unemployed Adults who wish to complete an Associate’s Degree in order to improve their employability, salary, or opportunities for career advancement Adults who wish to transfer to a four-year institution |
| Skills Needed | Students must not need developmental coursework and must have met course prerequisites | Students must not need developmental coursework and must have met course prerequisites |
*In order for students to complete these programs in 18 months, they must follow the planned curriculum and schedule, and maintain good standing.
Sample Schedules
Associate of Arts Online Program Sample ScheduleAssociate of Arts Weekend Program Sample Schedule
Associate in Arts with Business Emphasis Online Program Sample Schedule
Associate in Arts with Business Emphasis Weekend Program Sample Schedule