Grad Path | Your Path to Graduate Success at SUU

Grad Path Courses Qualifications

  • You must apply to Grad Path Courses and get Graduate Admission approval before the program advisor can register them.
  • You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and 90 credits earned, or in progress,  to qualify the Grad Path Courses program. GPA and credits will be verified at the beginning of each semester.
    • You may enroll in combined maximum of 18 graduate and undergraduate credits per semester.
    • A maximum of 6 graduate credits is allowed per semester with Grad Path.
    • Courses taken as part of one graduate program may not be accepted within another graduate program.
  • An application will need to be filled out for each semester you want to participate in. 
  • You must pass each graduate course with a B or better in order to continue in Grad Path Courses program.
  • If you pass Grad Path Courses with a 3.0 or better you will automatically be admitted into your preferred graduate program
    • If you do not maintain a 3.0 GPA, you can still be considered under the graduate program’s admission criteria, or you may apply for Direct Admit.
  • All graduate registration will be done through the Grad Path Courses application. The typical Registration Add/Drop Form for undergraduates wanting to add graduate courses will not be supported.

Grad Path Direct Admit Qualifications

SUU’s new Grad Path Direct Admit option gives you a simple, stress-free path into your master’s program. This means that your spot is guaranteed as soon as you finish your bachelor’s degree, no extra application, no fee, and no long approval process.

Who Qualifies?

Students who meet the minimum GPA requirement (typically 2.5+) and are on track to complete their bachelor’s degree.

What You Get

  • Fast Acceptance: Your place in the master’s program is secured early.
  • No Separate Application: Skip the long forms and extra fees.
  • Easy Transition: Move straight into your graduate program the next semester.

This option is perfect for students who want a smooth, simple path into grad school.

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Financial Aid

Securing financial aid for online graduate college programs can be challenging. However, at SUU, we provide a plethora of options to assist our graduate students in funding their education.

FAFSA can provide loans, and you may be eligible for scholarships or tuition waivers from your academic department. Additionally, you can explore private scholarships from external organizations. By sorting out your finances early, you can concentrate on your graduate studies with a tranquil mind.

FAFSA

Paying for college is possible—and SUU is here to help. Students pursuing the Online Associate of General Studies can apply for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Completing your FAFSA is the first step to see if you qualify for grants, loans, or other support. Don’t miss out on funding that can make your degree more affordable.

Complete Your FAFSA

Private Scholarships

Looking for extra funding? Use free online databases to search and apply for private scholarships at no cost.

Tuition Waivers

Once admitted, you can apply for tuition waivers that may help reduce your tuition costs. If approved, these waivers can cover up to $1,000 or more, depending on the program and eligibility.

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Arts Administration Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Master of Arts
(MA)
$15,840 -$2,640 -$2,000 $4,640 $11,200

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Lorien Colbert | Lauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed:
6
Total program credits: 36

About the Program

SUU’s online Master of Arts in Arts Administration prepares you to lead and support nonprofit arts organizations. Through grad path, you get two paths to choose from.

Through this program, you will study arts management, fundraising, marketing, grant writing, and cultural policy. Projects and case studies connect learning to real-world arts leadership. You build the knowledge and confidence to support cultural organizations and strengthen your community.

Graduates pursue roles such as museum education director, fundraising manager, marketing manager, and arts advocate.


Continue Your Journey at SUU

As a senior SUU undergraduate, you have two paths to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Arts.

Apply to Courses


Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Graduating with a 2.5 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit


Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already part of the SUU community. Continue building your expertise and preparing for leadership in arts. Whether you begin through Grad Path or move forward through Direct Admit, you get to stay connected. You remain accessible to the faculty, mentors, and peers who support your personal success.

Choose the path that aligns with your goals and take the next step toward your career in arts leadership.


Available Courses

  • AA 6010: Principles of Arts Administration
  • AA 6210: Grant Writing
  • AA 6040: Arts Advocacy and Cultural Policy
  • AA 6110: Legal Issues in the Arts

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Accountancy Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Accounting
(MAcc)
$14,880 -$2,976 -$2,000 $4,976 $9,904

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Miranda GublerLauren Barker
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6 Credits
Total Program Credits: 30
Program Prerequisites: Must have completed the MAcc foundation courses or pursuing a bachelors in Accounting.

About the Program

SUU’s online Master of Accountancy prepares you for a successful, professional career in accounting. Designed to meet Utah’s 150-credit-hour requirement for the CPA exam, this program equips you with advanced technical knowledge, ethical decision-making skills, and real-world application.

Nearly 100% of graduates launch careers with accounting firms or government agencies across Utah, Nevada, and California.


From Undergraduate to Industry Ready

Being a current SUU undergraduate, you have two paths to begin your master’s degree early.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits during your senior year. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Accountancy degree, helping you save time and tuition while staying connected to your SUU community.

Must have completed the MAcc foundation courses or be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

 

Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.7

Graduating with a 2.7 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the Master of Accountancy program without completing the standard admissions process. Direct Admit students also receive a graduate scholarship to support tuition costs.

Must have completed the MAcc foundation courses or be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already building your accounting foundation at SUU — now you can take the next step toward CPA eligibility and long-term career success.

With Grad Path and Direct Admit, you can move forward with confidence, stay connected to faculty mentors, and position yourself for immediate professional opportunities after graduation.


Available Grad Path Courses

  • ACCT 6400: Auditing II - Strongly encouraged
  • ACCT 6600: Practice and Theory Seminar
  • ACCT 6650: Accounting Ethics Seminar
  • ACCT 6260: Taxes for Pass Through Entities
  • ACCT 6510: Adv. Acct Data Analytics
  • ACCT 6210: Corporate Tax
  • ACCT 6230: Tax Procedure
  • ACCT 6240: Estate & Gift Taxes
  • ACCT 6270: Tax Seminar
  • ACCT 6290: Property Transactions
  • ACCT 6320: Advanced Cost Accounting
  • ACCT 6360: Business Law II
  • ACCT 6450: Forensic Accounting
  • ACCT 6890: MAcc Internship Course

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Aviation Sciences Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Grad Path Courses Eligible

GPA Qualification: 3.0
Program Advisors
: Amanda Lee | Kassie Dunnell
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6 to go toward a MIS degree or Aviation Administration Leadership Graduate Certificate

About the Program

Southern Utah University’s Aviation Grad Path Courses lets you take up to 6 graduate-level credits that count toward your future master’s degree.

The fully online Master of Aviation Sciences prepares you to become a confident leader in the aviation industry. You’ll gain advanced knowledge in aviation safety, leadership, decision-making, and organizational strategies.

With training in TQM, HRO, and Systems Thinking, graduates are ready to lead teams and make an impact in aviation.


Available Courses

  • AVTN 6000: Introduction to Aviation
  • AVTN 6020: Aviation Economics
  • AVTN 6410: Air Traffic Control *
  • AVTN 6430: Aeronautical Decision Making and Crew Resource Management
  • AVTN 6650: Airport Management*
  • AVTN 6670: Airline Management*
  • AVTN 6750: Fixed-Base Operations Management*
  • AVTN 6780*: Corporate Flight Department Management
  • AVTN 6920: Workshop: Aviation Standards and Practice*
* Independent Study Course which has a $50 fee per credit
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Business Administration Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Business Administration
(MBA)
$17,856 -$2,976 -$2,000 $4,976 $12,880

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Miranda Gubler | Lauren Barker
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 36

About the Program

The SUU MBA is designed for emerging professionals ready to grow into leadership roles. This fully online program develops strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, and decision-making skills across core business areas including management, marketing, and finance.


One Community. Two Degrees.

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two pathways to begin your MBA before completing your bachelor’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits during your senior year. These credits apply directly to your MBA and help you move forward with efficiency and affordability.

Apply to Courses

Option 2: Direct Admit
Minimum GPA: 2.5

With a 2.5 GPA or higher, you may qualify for Direct Admit. This streamlined pathway allows you to bypass the traditional admissions process and includes a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You're already at SUU for your undergraduate — why not begin your graduate degree too? With Grad Path, you can start building advanced leadership career skills before finishing your bachelor’s degree.

Take advantage of the affordability, flexibility, and support available to you as part of the SUU community, and choose the path that best fits your goals.


Available Grad Path Courses

  • BA 6000: Business Foundations
  • MGMT 6100: Managing People and Organizations
  • MGMT 6140: Operations and Supply Chain
  • MGMT 6150: Leadership
  • MKTG 6200: Marketing
  • ACCT 6100: Managerial Accounting

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Business Analytics Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Business Analytics
(MSBA)
$16,368 -$2,976 -$2,000 $4,976 $11,392

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Miranda Gubler | Lauren Barker
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 33

About the Program

SUU’s Master of Science in Business Analytics prepares you to turn data into strategic insight. You will develop advanced skills in data analysis, visualization, modeling, and data-driven decision-making. Coursework focuses on solving real-world business problems using data across industries such as business, technology, and finance.

Learning connects technical expertise with practical application, preparing you for high-demand analytical roles.


Stay at SUU. Go Further.

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Science in Business Analytics.

Apply to Courses

Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Graduating with a 3.0 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit


Ready to Take the Next Step?

You're already building your foundation at SUU — why not strengthen it with advanced data and analytics skills? With Grad Path, you can begin your graduate coursework early and position yourself for competitive, data-focused careers.

Take advantage of the flexibility, affordability, and support available to you as part of the SUU community, and choose the path that aligns with your goals.


Available Courses

  • BA 6000: Business Foundations
  • ANLY 6100: Data Analytics I
  • ANLY 6110: Data Analytics II
  • ANLY 6200: Data Processing and Visualization
  • ANLY 6250: Data Management and Organization

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Cybersecurity Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Cybersecurity
(CSIA)
$16,368 -$2,976 -$2.000 $4,976 $11,392

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisor: Shalini Kesar
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 30

About the Program

SUU’s Master of Cyber Security prepares you to protect systems, networks, and data in an increasingly connected world. You will study network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and risk management while developing the technical skills needed to defend against evolving cyber threats.

Coursework connects theory to real-world cybersecurity challenges, preparing you for high-demand roles across industries.


Your SUU Journey Doesn’t Stop Here

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimim GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Cyber Security degree, allowing you to begin advanced coursework early.

Apply to Courses

Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Graduating with a 2.5 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without completing the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit


Take the Next Step to Your Future Degree

You’ve already built your foundation at SUU. Now you can advance your technical expertise and position yourself for careers in cybersecurity, digital defense, and risk management.

Take advantage of the flexibility, support, and affordability available to you as part of the SUU community, and choose the option that best aligns with your goals.


Available Grad Path Courses

  • CSIA 6000: Foundations of Cybersecurity with Information Assurance
  • CSIA 6005: Research and Critical Thinking in Cybersecurity

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Education Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Master of Education
(M.Ed.)
$11,979 -$2,178 -$2,000 $4,178 $7,801

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisor: Tammy Lovell
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 33

About the Program

The Master of Education Grad Path program helps you develop advanced teaching skills you can apply directly in your classroom. You’ll expand your professional knowledge and learn practical strategies needed in today’s evolving learning environments.

You get to choose from mulitple emphasis options and available courses.


Continue Your Journey

As a senior SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Education degree.

Apply to Courses


Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Graduating with a 2.5 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already at SUU for your undergraduate degree — why not start your graduate studies too? With Grad Path, you get the freedom to begin graduate coursework early while staying flexible and connected to the SUU community.

Take advantage of the affordability, flexibility, and choose the option that best fits your path.

 

Available Emphasis Options

In addition to the meaningful core curriculum, students may select from the following emphasis options

  • General
  • Curriculum & Instruction
  • Educational Foundations & Policy
  • Higher Education & Student Affairs
  • Special Education
  • Administration and Supervision

Students can also add Administrative Licensure to qualify as school administrators in Utah or Nevada.

Program uses 7-week online sessions; Administration and Supervision includes some 14-week courses. Attend full-time or part-time and finish in as few as 18 months.

Available Courses

  • EDUC 6610: Educational Policy Analysis and Advocacy
  • EDUC 6630: Democracy and Education
  • EDUC 6640: History of American Schools
  • EDUC 6600: Sociology of Education

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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English Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Grad Path Courses Eligible

GPA Qualification: 3.0
Program Advisor
: Lorien Colbert | Kassie Dunnell
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

About the Program

The English Grad Path program at SUU deepens your understanding of literature, writing, and critical thinking. This program prepares you for careers in teaching, publishing, writing, or further academic study.

With SUU’s English Grad Path Courses program, you get to take up to 6 graduate-level credits that count toward your future Master of Interdisciplinary Studies degree — giving you opportunity to get ahead in your graduate studies before finishing your bachelor’s.


Available Courses

  • ENGL 6010: Foundations of Creative Writing
  • ENGL 6011: Poetry Writing and Literature
  • ENGL 6012: Fiction Writing and Literature
  • ENGL 6020: Foundations in Rhetoric and Argumentation
  • ENGL 6021: Composition Theory
  • ENGL 6022: Writing for Publication
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Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Interdisciplinary Studies
(MIS)
$13,200 -$2,640 -$2,000 $4,640 $8,650

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Lorien ColbertLauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 30

About the Program

The online Master of Interdisciplinary Studies Grad Path program lets you design your own graduate degree. By combining three different disciplines, this program is tailored to your unique goals.

You can select three disciplines from a wide range of options to create a degree that aligns with your personal interests and career aspirations. Courses are 7 weeks long, so you can focus on 1–2 subjects at a time, making it flexible and manageable while completing your undergraduate degree.


Stay at SUU. Level Up Your Journey.

As a senior SUU undergraduate, you have two paths to start your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Interdisciplinary Studies degree.

Apply to Courses


Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.75

Graduating with a 2.75 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already at SUU — why not start shaping your graduate degree now? Grad Path lets you get a head start on your master’s while staying flexible, focused, and connected to the SUU community.


Available Disciplines

Select 3 disciplines to create your individualized program of study:

  • Arts Administration
  • Aviation
  • Business Administration
  • Contemporary Animal Services Leadership
  • Creative Writing
  • Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
  • Education
  • General Studies
  • Global Health
  • Human Values
  • Leadership Studies
  • Music Technology
  • National Parks & Public lands
  • Non-profit Management
  • Online Teaching
  • Public Administration
  • School Library (endorsement available)
  • Social Media & Public Relations
  • Special Education
  • TESOL
  • Writing & Rhetoric

All courses are 7 weeks long, allowing you to focus on 1–2 subjects at a time. Stay at SUU and get one step closer to your future career.

Available Courses

  • INDS 6000: Foundations of Interdisciplinary Studies
  • BA 6000: Business Foundations
  • PADM 6000: Program Overview and Theory of Public Administration
  • HU 6100: Intro to Human Values
  • INDS 6510: Leadership Essentials
  • INDS 6511: Strategic Leadership

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Joint MAcc & MBA Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Accounting | Business Administration
(MAcc/MBA)
$25,296 -$5,952 -$2000 $7,952 $17,344

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Miranda Gubler | Lauren Barker
Maximum Credits Allowed: 12
Total Program Credits: 51

About the Program

The joint Master of Accountancy (MAcc) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) Grad Path program lets you combine advanced accounting skills with business leadership training.

You’ll explore topics like financial reporting, auditing, and tax strategy, alongside management, marketing, and strategic decision-making. Projects and case studies connect learning to real-world business situations, preparing you for leadership roles in accounting firms, corporations, and financial institutions.


Continue Your Journey with SUU

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 12 graduate credits while completing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future MAcc and MBA degrees.

Apply to Courses


Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.7

Graduating with a 2.7 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the joint master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already at SUU — why not begin your graduate studies too? Grad Path gives you flexibility, affordability, and a head start on a dual graduate degree, keeping you connected to the SUU community while advancing your career.


Available Courses

  • ACCT 6100: Managerial Accounting
  • MKTG 6200: Marketing
  • MGMT 6150: Leadership
  • ACCT 6650: Accounting Ethics Seminar (Strongly Preferred)
  • ACCT 6400: Auditing II (pre-req ACCT 4400)
  • ACCT 6260: Taxes for Pass Through Entities (pre-rec ACCT 3200)
  • ACCT 6510: Advanced Accounting Data Analytics
  • ACCT 6270: Tax Seminar (CPA prep)
  • ACCT 6890: MAcc Internship Course (Requires approval & submission of internship credit application

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Music Technology Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Music Technology
(MMMT)
$13,200 -$2,640 -$2,000 $4,640 $8,560

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisors: Lorien Colbert | Lauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 30

About the Program

Amplify your passion for the music industry with SUU’s online Master of Music in Music Technology Grad Path program. This program is designed for working musicians, technicians, teachers, and producers, giving you the flexibility to balance your career while advancing your education.

You’ll master current, in-practice music technology while exploring four cutting-edge areas of emphasis:

  • Game Audio Technology
  • Film Music Technology
  • Studio Technology
  • Audio Engineering

Continue Your SUU Journey

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Music in Music Technology degree.

Apply to Courses

Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Graduating with a 3.0 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit


Take the Next Step to Your Masters Degree

You’re already at SUU — why not get a head start on your graduate degree? Grad Path gives you flexibility, affordability, and early access to advanced music technology training while keeping you connected to the SUU community.


Available Courses

  • MUSC 6103: Intro to Music Graduate Study
  • MUSC 6323: Audio Recording 1
  • MUSC 6933: Popular Music History/Theory

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Professional Communication Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Professional Communication
(MAPC)
$13,788 -$2,298 -$2,000 $4,298 $9,490

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisor: Lorien Colbert | Lauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 36

About the Program

The Professional Communication Grad Path program helps you get a head start on your graduate studies by allowing you to earn up to 6 graduate-level credits before finishing your bachelor’s degree — all affordably and online.

SUU’s Master of Arts in Professional Communication builds your skills in writing, digital media, public speaking, and strategic messaging. Focused on practical experience, this program prepares you for careers in public relations, marketing, media, corporate communication, and beyond.

Where Your SUU Bachelor’s Becomes Your Master’s

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while completing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Arts in Professional Communication degree.

Apply to Courses

Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.7

Graduating with a 2.7 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit


Take the Next Step

You’re already at SUU — why not start your graduate journey now? Grad Path gives you flexibility, affordability, and early access to advanced communication training while staying connected to the SUU community.


Available Courses

  • COMM 6040: Professional Writing and Presentations
  • COMM 6110: Mediated Communication in Relationships
  • COMM 6140: Pop Culture Messages
  • COMM 6150: Visual Literacy
  • COMM 6160: Communication and Digital Culture
  • COMM 6210: Advertising & Public Relations
  • COMM 6230: Professional Social Media
  • COMM 6240: Current Issues in Communication (Spring A)
  • COMM 6250: Sports Communication
  • COMM 6260: Strategic Brand Management

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

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Public Administration Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Public Administration (MPA) $15,840 -$2,640 -$2,000 $4,640 $11,200

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program Advisor: Lorien ColbertLauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 36

About the Program

The online Master of Public Administration (MPA) at Southern Utah University is designed to help you achieve your career goals. This customizable program blends real-world experience with academic insight, building the skills you need to lead in public service, nonprofit organizations, or higher education settings.

Tailor your degree by selecting electives, such as a Higher Education Administration focus, to match your personal interests and professional goals. Courses are fully online and 14 weeks long, giving you the flexibility to study full-time or part-time while maintaining your work and life commitments.


Continue Your SUU Journey

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits while finishing your bachelor’s degree. These credits apply directly to your future MPA degree.

Apply to Courses


Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Graduating with a 3.0 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the MPA program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

Apply to Direct Admit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’re already at SUU — why not start your graduate studies early? Grad Path gives you flexibility, affordability, and early access to advanced public administration training while keeping you connected to the SUU community.


Available Courses

  • PADM 6000: Program Overview and Theory of Public Administration
  • PADM 6620: Critical Thinking and Ethics in the Public Sector
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Master of Sports Conditioning and Performance Graduate Degree | Grad Path

Program Online
Program Cost
Grad Path Courses 
Savings*
Grad Path Direct
 Scholarship Savings**
Estimated
Savings
Adjusted Program
Cost
Sports Conditioning
(MSSCP)
$12,639 -$2,298 -$2,000 $4,298 $8,341

Grad Path Courses & Direct Admit Eligible | Includes Scholarship Award

Program AdvisorsAmanda Lee | Kassie Dunnell
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 33

About the Program

Take your career in sports and fitness to the next level with SUU’s Master of Science in Sports Conditioning and Performance Grad Path program. You’ll master advanced strength training techniques and exercise science to boost athletic performance, preparing you for careers as coaches, personal trainers, and athletic trainers.

This program includes a required two-week summer workshop on campus, giving you hands-on experience to refine coaching techniques, develop practical skills, and grow as a leader in strength and conditioning.

Courses are fully online and designed for flexibility, letting you balance work, training, and life while completing your graduate degree


Your SUU Journey Doesn’t Stop Here

As an SUU undergraduate, you have two ways to begin your master’s degree.

Option 1: Grad Path Courses

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Earn up to 6 graduate credits during your senior year at SUU. These credits apply directly to your future Master of Science in Sports Conditioning and Performance degree.

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Option 2: Direct Admit

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Graduating with a 2.5 GPA or higher? You may qualify to enter the master’s program without the standard admissions process. You'll also receive a graduate scholarship.

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Stay at SUU. Go Further.

You’re already at SUU — why not get a head start on your graduate degree? Grad Path gives you flexibility, affordability, and early access to advanced sports conditioning training while staying connected to the SUU community.


Eligibility Reminder: You must have a baccalaureate degree and completed undergraduate courses in exercise physiology (e.g., KIN 3070) and biomechanics (e.g., KIN 3060).

Available Courses

  • KIN 6000: Foundations of Sports Conditioning
  • KIN 6040: Designing Resistance Training Programs

*Maximum savings for undergrad campus student taking 10-18 total credits each semester
**Savings reflect the maximum Grad Path Course credits and a 3.5+ GPA scholarship

Audio Engineering Graduate Certificate | Grad Path


Program Advisors: 
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

About the Program

Turn your passion for sound into professional skill with SUU Grad Path's Graduate Certificate in Audio Engineering. Start earning your graduate certificate online while earning your bachelors degree.

In this flexible online graduate certificate program, you will:

  • Strengthen your expertise in recording, live sound, and mixing. 
  • Learn through project-based, asynchronous coursework designed for working creatives.
  • Study the physics of sound and venue acoustics.
  • Gain hands-on experience with console operations and professional equipment.
  • Build a portfolio that showcases your technical and creative growth.


Faculty bring real-world experience from television, film, and gaming industries. You will learn from professionals recognized for excellence, including Grammy-nominated work.

Choose projects that match your creative goals. You will gain practical experience to produce music, record podcasts, or mix live events.

The curriculum prepares you for Avid Pro Tools certification. You'll graduate with industry-relevant skills and a stronger professional network.

As part of SUU’s online creative community, you will collaborate with faculty and peers who share your passion for sound. Your experience will be supportive, consistent, and career-focused.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Master Avid Pro Tools for professional recording and editing
  • Set up and engineer live sound events
  • Use microphones, mixing boards, and amplifiers effectively
  • Mix and polish digital recordings at a professional level
  • Apply audio plug-ins to achieve broadcast-quality sound
  • Understand venue acoustics for live performance mixing


This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • Audio Engineer
  • Podcast Host, Editor, or Producer
  • Live Sound Engineer
  • Recording Engineer
  • Audio Editor

Aviation Administration and Leadership Graduate Certificate | Grad Path

Program Advisor
Maximum Credits Allowed

Take Flight with an Aviation Graduate Certificate through Grad Path

Prepare for leadership in the aviation industry with SUU’s online Graduate Certificate in Aviation Administration and Leadership through Grad Path. Grad Path allows you to earn graduate credits while completing your SUU bachelors degree. This gives you a head start on your graduate studies, affordably.

Through The Grad Path Certificate Program You Will

  • Build the skills to manage operations, make strategic decisions, and lead teams effectively.
  • Explore Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM) and Crew Resource Management (CRM).
  • Study the economic and financial aspects of air transportation.
  • Understand aviation safety, accident investigation, and human factors affecting aviators.


This certificate provides specialized knowledge you can apply immediately in your workplace. Now with Grad Path, it is faster and more affordable than ever. Earned graduate credits may apply toward other SUU Online business graduate degrees.

Being a part of SUU’s learning community, you'll collaborate with faculty and peers who support your growth and personal career goals.

After Completion, You'll Be Able To

  • Apply management concepts to aviation operations
  • Understand human behavior in flight and aviation safety
  • Analyze economic and financial principles affecting the aviation industry

The Aviation Administration and Leadership Certificate Prepares You For Roles Such As

  • Airline Management
  • Airport Management and Operations
  • Aviation Finance and Revenue Management

You're One Step Closer to Your Career

Stay at SUU - Apply to the grad path program and be one step closer to earning your graduate certificate today. This specialized program allows you to start on your graduate journey before finishing your bachelors, saving thousands in tuition costs. The Grad Path program is fully online and flexible to your schedule.

Don't miss your opportunity to get ahead on your graduate studies and closer to your future career!

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Business Analytics Graduate Certificate | Grad Path


Program Advisors
: Miranda Gubler or Lauren Barker
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

Start Your Graduate Analytics Certificate through Grad Path

Get a head start on your graduate journey with SUU’s Grad Path online Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics. This AACSB-accredited program is designed for ambitious undergraduates ready to earn graduate credits affordably. 

SUU's Grad Path lets you begin earning graduate credits while completing your undergraduate degree, giving you a jumpstart on your career and graduate studies.

In this Grad Path online certificate program, you will:

  • Learn how to turn data into actionable insights
  • Explore data manipulation, modeling, and mining techniques
  • Gain skills in Python, database management, and advanced regression methods
  • Learn to present insights visually using Tableau to guide organizational decisions

This Grad Path certificate provides a fast, affordable way to build in-demand analytical skills. Earned credits can apply toward SUU Online graduate business programs, giving you flexibility for the future.

As part of SUU’s online community, you'll connect with faculty and peers who support your growth and career goals.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Apply data science methods to solve real business problems
  • Think analytically using descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive techniques
  • Use analytics to improve business systems and processes


This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Analytics Manager
  • Market Research Analyst

Healthcare Administration Graduate Certificate | Grad Path

Program Advisors:
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

Advance your career with SUU’s AACSB-accredited Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration. This fully online program is built for working professionals like you.

In this program, you will:

  • gain practical skills you can use right away in your workplace.
  • strengthen your understanding of the U.S. healthcare system.
  • learn industry-specific accounting and financial management practices.
  • explore the legal and ethical standards guiding healthcare leadership.

This certificate is more cost-effective than a full graduate degree and takes less time to complete. It provides a focused path to career growth without putting your life on hold.

As part of SUU’s learning community, you will connect with faculty and peers who support your goals. You won’t just earn a credential. You will build confidence and leadership skills for long-term success.

Through Grad Path, eligible undergraduate students can begin earning graduate credits early. This allows you to move forward with greater momentum and purpose.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Explain how the U.S. healthcare system operates
  • Apply healthcare accounting and financial management principles
  • Make informed, ethical administrative decisions

This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Health Services Manager
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Human Resource Management Graduate Certificate | Grad Path


Program Advisor

Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

Program Details

Strengthen your career with SUU’s online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management through Grad Path. With Grad Path, you can begin earning graduate credits while completing your bachelors degree. This helps you move forward in your education and career path faster, affordably.

In this Grad Path Certificate Program you will:

  • Gain advanced HR knowledge you can apply immediately.
  • Study employment law and its impact on organizations.
  • Examine labor laws, union relationships, and ethical HR practices.
  • Learn how to support and lead a diverse workforce.

This graduate certificate will amplify your practical leadership skills for today’s workplace. You will graduate ready to guide teams with confidence and integrity.

A certificate takes less time than a full master’s degree and earned credits may apply toward SUU Online graduate business programs.

As part of SUU’s learning community, you will connect with experienced faculty who understand today’s workforce challenges. Your learning experience stays consistent, supportive, and career-focused.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Explain key employment and labor laws
  • Understand union-management relationships
  • Implement ethical and legally sound HR practices

This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • HR Generalist
  • Senior HR Manager
  • HR Director
  • Training and Development Specialist
  • Compensation and Benefits Manager

 

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Leadership Graduate Certificate | Grad Path

 
Program Advisors
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

Build the leadership skills employers value with SUU’s online Graduate Certificate in Leadership. This AACSB-accredited program is designed for working professionals ready to grow.

With the Grad Path Program, you will:

  • Develop practical leadership strategies you can apply immediately.
  • Learn how to manage teams, projects, and organizational change.
  • Study conflict resolution, influence, and workplace culture.
  • Lead with integrity and ethical decision-making.

This program prepares you for greater responsibility in your organization. You will gain the confidence to guide teams and support business growth.

With multiple start dates, you can begin when it fits your schedule. The certificate requires less time than a full master’s degree. Earned credits may apply toward SUU’s online graduate business programs.

As part of SUU’s learning community, you will connect with experienced faculty and motivated peers. Your experience will be consistent, supportive, and focused on career advancement.

Through Grad Path, undergraduate students can begin earning graduate credits before completing your bachelors. This option helps you move forward faster and plan your leadership journey with purpose.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Lead teams and projects in diverse organizations
  • Apply leadership principles in strategic ways
  • Think critically to solve problems and support growth
This certificate prepares you for roles such as:
  • Manager
  • Senior Manager
  • Director
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Library Media Graduate Endorsement | Grad Path

Grad Path Courses Eligible

Program Advisor: Lorien Colbert | Lauren Williams
Maximum Credits Allowed: 6
Total Program Credits: 18

Become endorsed as a P12 School Librarian in Utah through SUU's online Library Media Endorsement Grad Path Courses program. Take up to 6 graduate credits while completing your bachelors degree at SUU.

SUU does not require a teaching license to join this endorsement program. After finishing, Utah requires an active elementary or secondary license to apply for the endorsement.


Available Courses

  • LIS 6100: Learner Development in the School Library
  • LIS 6200: Information Literacy Instruction
  • LIS 6300: Reading Engagement & Media Lit
  • LIS 6400: School Library Organization and Access
  • LIS 6500: Leadership & Advocacy
  • LIS 6600: Technology for School Librarians

Marketing Graduate Certificate | Grad Path

Program Advisors: 
Maximum Credits Allowed
: 6

Strengthen your marketing expertise with SUU’s  Graduate Certificate in Marketing through Grad Path. This AACSB-accredited program is built for working professionals like you.

Today’s consumers have endless choices and media channels. Effective marketing requires strategy, data, and clear communication.

In this program, you will:

  • Build analytical marketing skills you can apply immediately.
  • Study case studies and real-world research.
  • Learn to use data to guide marketing decisions.
  • Develop integrated campaigns across digital and traditional channels.

You will explore advertising, promotions, direct marketing, and public relations. You will gain tools to help organizations grow market share and build brand value.

With multiple start dates, you can begin when it fits your schedule. The certificate takes less time than a full master’s degree. Earned credits may apply toward SUU’s online graduate business programs.

As part of SUU’s learning community, you will collaborate with faculty and peers who understand today’s marketing landscape. Your experience will remain focused, consistent, and career-driven.

With Grad Path, eligible bachelor degree students can begin earning graduate credits prior to graduating. This option helps you accelerate your path and build momentum.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Develop strong analytical marketing skills
  • Communicate product and service value strategically
  • Apply insights from research and case studies

This certificate prepares you for roles such as

  • Marketing Analyst
  • Brand Manager
  • Media Planner

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Nursing Leadership and Administration Graduate Certificate | Grad Path

Program Advisors: 
Maximum Credits Allowed
: 6

Advance your nursing career with SUU’s online Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Administration with Grad Path. Grad Path allows undergraduate students to earn graduate credits early, helping you start your nursing leadership journey sooner. 

In this specialy designed Grad Path certificate program, you will:

  • Develop practical leadership skills to improve healthcare delivery.
  • Explore organizational behavior and healthcare administration principles.
  • Learn to manage finances, coverage, and the needs of diverse patient populations.
  • Apply these concepts ethically in real-world healthcare settings.

This Grad Path certificate provides a faster, cost-effective path to career growth. Earned credits may apply toward SUU’s online graduate nursing programs.

Through this program, you will receive hands-on support and guidance from experienced faculty. You will also join a community of peers dedicated to advancing quality care.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Lead nursing teams grounded in ethical, professional, and multicultural standards
  • Communicate and collaborate to improve quality care
  • Prepare for advanced leadership roles in healthcare systems
  • Apply health information technologies to enhance care delivery
  • Advocate for policies that improve healthcare access and quality


This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • Director of Nursing
  • Chief Administrative Officer
  • Nurse Manager
  • Department Manager

Apply Now Request Information

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Project Management Graduate Certificate | Grad Path


Program Advisors

Maximum Credits Allowed: 6

Advance your career with SUU’s online Graduate Certificate in Project Management with Grad Path. This AACSB-accredited program prepares you for leadership opportunities fast and affordably. Take up to 6 graduate credits while completing your bachelors degree, accelerating your future career goals.

With Grad Path's Project Management certificate program, you will:

  • Learn how to manage projects, people, and processes with confidence
  • Build practical skills that apply across industries
  • Strengthen your ability to improve organizations and drive results
  • Explore strategy, operations, marketing, and supply chain management
  • Examine accounting and employee relations


With SUU's Grad Path, you can begin earning graduate credits prior to graduating with your bachelors degree. Taking advantage of this option helps you move forward faster and start your career sooner, affordably.

This certificate offers a focused path to advancement without the time commitment of a full master’s degree. You can grow your expertise while balancing work and life.

You will meet the educational requirements for the CAPM and PMP exams through the Project Management Institute. Earned credits may apply toward SUU’s online graduate business programs.

As part of SUU’s learning community, you will have access to faculty and peers who value innovation and leadership. Your experience will remain consistent, supportive, and career-focused.

After completing this program, you will be able to:

  • Develop adaptable strategies for diverse projects
  • Improve organizational processes and performance
  • Lead globally aware and culturally responsive teams
  • Meet educational requirements for CAPM and PMP certification

This certificate prepares you for roles such as:

  • Project Management Specialist
  • IT Project Coordinator
  • Systems Manager
  • Senior Production Coordinator
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