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Graduate Programs at Elon University
Elon University offers outstanding graduate programs that combine the best of the liberal arts and sciences with nationally recognized engaged learning opportunities that provide excellent preparation for a career. Located in beautiful central North Carolina, Elon offers seven full-time and two part-time graduate programs in the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education, the School of Health Sciences and the School of Law (located in downtown Greensboro, North Carolina).
Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Aspire to lead with an Elon MBA. Designed for working professionals in the area, Elon’s part-time MBA program can be customized to meet your specific needs. Classes are held in the evenings from 6-9pm.
Program length: 21-33 months (flexible)
Course modality: In-person with online offered in summer
Part-time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (August) | April 15 | April 15 |
| Spring (March) | December 15 | September 15 |
Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)
Unleash your data potential. Elon’s full-time, accelerated Master’s in Business Analytics program prepares you to be a change-maker in business through the management and analysis of data. Enroll in September and complete your degree in less than one year.
Program length: 9-33 months (flexible)
Course modality: In-person with online offered in summer
Part-time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (August) | April 15 | April 15 |
| Spring (March) | December 15 | September 15 |
Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)
Be CPA ready. Elon’s full-time, accelerated master’s program is ideal for recent graduates. Complete your master’s degree in one year as you work toward completing the CPA Exam and achieving your professional goals.
Program length: 1 year
Course modality: In-person
Full-Time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall (August) | April 15 | April 15 |
| Spring (February) | December 15 | September 15 |
| Summer (July) | January 15 |
Health Care Analytics Graduate Certificate
Transform health care with a Health Care Analytics Graduate Certificate. This certificate will prepare health care professionals and data analytics experts to transform modern health care through cutting-edge information and analytics technologies.
Program length: 3 semesters
Course modality: Online
Part-Time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (August) | July 15 |
Graduate Certificate in Operations Excellence
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, professionals need more than just experience to stay competitive. The Elon University Graduate Certificate in Operations Excellence (OpX) offers professionals a strategic pathway to develop high-impact skills without the time commitment of a full degree.
Program length: 3 semesters
Course modality: Online
Part-Time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (September) | August 1 |
Education
Master of Education in Innovation (M.Ed.)
Elon’s 30-hour Master of Education in Innovation (M.Ed.) program is a part-time, distance education program designed for teachers who are active educators in the k-12 setting. Courses are delivered online in the summer, spring and fall semesters.
Program Length: 30 hours
Course Modality: Online (asynchronous in fall and spring/ synchronous in summer)
Part-Time
| Program Start | Priority Deadline |
|---|---|
| Summer (June) | April 15 |
Master of Arts in Higher Education (MHE)
Elon’s Master of Arts in Higher Education (MHE) is designed to prepare highly effective professionals for roles as administrators, educators and mentors in a variety of college and university settings. In a cohort structure, students will experience a curriculum linked together by a series of educationally enriching activities and relationships.
Program Length: 2 years / 36 hours
Course Modality: In-person
Full-time
*Part-time option for Elon Employees only
| Program Start | Priority Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall (August) | January 10 |
Health Sciences
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
The Elon Doctor of Physical Therapy program emphasizes a patient-centered approach to the profession. The program immerses students in science and research while teaching them the value of respect and communication.
Program Length: 3 years
Course Modality: In-person (Elon Campus)
Full-Time
| Program Start | Early Assurance Deadline |
|---|---|
| Winter (January) | August 15 |
*Applications open in June
Physician Assistant Studies (PA)
The Elon PA prepares graduates to think critically and act skillfully to meet expanding health care needs in local and global communities.
Program Length: 2 years
Course Modality: In-person (Elon Campus)
Full-Time
| Program Start | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Winter (January) | August 1 |
Physician Assistant Studies Program in Charlotte
The Elon Charlotte PA prepares graduates to provide exemplary, equitable care and address health needs of the Charlotte community and beyond.
Program Length: 2 years
Course Modality: In-person (Charlotte Campus)
Full-Time
| Program Start | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Winter (January) | August 1 |
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Elon University Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling supports your path to becoming a skilled mental health professional through a collaborative, dedicated, and engaging learning community. This 60-credit, CACREP-aligned program, housed in the School of Health Sciences, blends integrative clinical training with outstanding instruction to equip you for meaningful, real-world practice.
Program Length: 21 Months
Course Modality: Year 1: In-person / Year 2: Online with in-person clinical placements
Full-Time
Location: Elon or Charlotte
| Program Start | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | April 15 |
Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing (ABSN)
The Elon ABSN prepares nurses who are committed to local and global health equity and demonstrate the ability to think broadly, critically and creatively to optimize client-centered care. Students will experience a progressive nursing curriculum including foci on community-based, population health; reduction of health disparities; and health informatics to optimize outcomes.
Program Length: 16 months
Course Modality: In-person
Full-Time
| Program Start | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | May 15 |
Law
Law (J.D.)
Building a legacy of leadership in the law and a national model of engaged learning in legal education, located in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Program Length: 2.5 years
Course Modality: In-person
Full-time
| Program Start | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 15 |
Elon Law Flex Program (J.D.)
The Elon Law Flex Program is a great opportunity for career professionals, those who are daytime caregivers, and others unable to commit to a full-time legal education. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Program Length: 4 years
Course Modality: In-person
Part-Time
| Program Start | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 15 |
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