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CA State Universities May Soon Offer 3-Year Degrees
Season 2026
Episode 537
California State University trustees approved new bachelor's degree pathways that could be completed in as little as three years. The programs include education, professional studies and applied studies degrees designed to align with career goals, recognize prior work experience and reduce time to graduation. Some campuses could begin offering them as early as 2027.
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