Graduate students are welcome at Adrian College.
Adrian College is proud to have several Master’s programs to help continue the learning process for its students. Started in 2007, the Master’s programs are dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, the growth of the student, and the final outcome of prepared professionals. Adrian College offers graduate programs in Accountancy, Athletic Training, and Criminal Justice.
If you would like to apply to one of our programs, please completely fill out the online application. If you would prefer to print off the application, please click this link.
Information regarding tuition rates for the programs can be found here.
Accountancy
College graduates in Michigan are currently allowed to sit for the CPA examination with a baccalaureate degree, which includes at least 24 hours of accounting credits. However, and Michigan and many other states require 150 hours of college/university credit hours, which includes 30 hours of accounting credits, to become a licensed Certified Public Accountant after passing the CPA examination.
By adding the Masters of Science in Accounting option to the existing four year Bachelor’s of Business Administration - Accounting and the five year Bachelor’s of Science-Accounting baccalaureate program, graduates wishing to enter the CPA profession will obtain a practical knowledge base to enhance their opportunity to pass the CPA examination and increase their marketability to potential employers.
For more information on the program, please visit the program’s web page.
Athletic Training
There are very few programs in the country who combine a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree to transition their students into the professional world. Adrian is innovative and unique, and will provide students with the most up-to-date technology and facilities to prepare them for success.
5 Year Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Exercise Science and Athletic Training
Tina Claiborne, PhD, ATC, CSCS has developed the first Master’s Degree program on the Campus of Adrian College. Dr. Claiborne was hired in 2007 to start a new Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training, however her dedication to the advancement of Adrian College and the profession of Athletic Training lead her to develop a new 5 year Master’s degree program. In just 5 years, athletic training students will earn a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science AND a Master of Science in Athletic Training. Over 70% of Athletic Trainers (ATs) have earned their Master’s Degree or higher. Now, Adrian College’s Athletic Training graduates will join the ranks of these professionals and be able to compete for the best jobs in the field!
To find out more about the program, please visit the department’s web page.
Chemistry
Chemistry serves as a stepping stone to many other fields, such as biology, physics, earth science, the health sciences, engineering, and environmental studies. The department provides rigorous, in-depth courses in a small, personal setting. You’ll work with sophisticated instrumentation in close partnership with the faculty, and as a senior, you complete an original research project. Past projects have included studies in polymer coatings, peroxidase kinetics, and chemiluminescence. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue internships and summer jobs at major chemical corporations and laboratories. You may also choose an independent study project. Recent projects include water dynamics, fundamental periodic table research, instrument troubleshooting, and forensic chemistry.
To find out more about the program, please visit the department’s web page.
Criminal Justice
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program will broaden and deepen its students’ understanding of the criminal justice system through advanced analysis and research combined with extensive experiential learning opportunities. Our goal is to train students to become thoughtful, caring, inclusive and active professionals committed to fairness, human rights and constitutional remedies. This program will sharpen research and critical thinking skills and develop advanced knowledge in criminal justice content areas.
To find a more comprehensive view of the program, please visit the department’s web page.
