Grad Path | Your Partner to Graduate Success at SUU
Your next degree doesn't have to wait. With SUU Grad Path, qualified seniors from select partner schools can begin their master’s program early and save on tuition.
Instead of slowing down during your final year, you can build momentum. Stay focused. Keep moving toward the career you want.
You’ll get a head start on your master’s degree by:
- Taking up to 6 graduate-level credits while you’re still finishing your bachelor’s degree
- Receiving a scholarship to help reduce the cost of graduate tuition
You’ll learn from supportive faculty, stay connected to a strong academic community, and gain advanced skills that prepare you for career growth.
Get ahead. Graduate sooner. Start building your future now.
How You Can Apply for the Grad Path Program
To be accepted into the Grad Path program, you'll complete both of the following steps:
Step 1: Apply to SUU Online
Complete the main graduate application to become a student at Southern Utah University and to ensure your spot in the program once you graduate.
Apply to SUU Online
Step 2: Apply to the Grad Path Courses Program
After submitting your graduate application, complete the separate Grad Path Courses application to be considered for the Grad Path program.
Important: You will not be admitted to the Grad Path Courses program unless both steps are completed.
Grad Path Program Guidelines
Who Can Join
- Student who have 90+ credits (earned or in progress).
- Students who have a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Credits and GPA are checked each semester.
Credit & Course Guidelines
- Only 6 graduate credits are allowed per semester
- Graduate credits don’t count toward your undergrad degree
- Each grad course may only be taken once
- Courses must be pre-approved by your graduate advisor
- A separate application is required for each graduate course
Tuition Costs & Grades
- Grad Path courses are billed at undergrad tuition rates
- Must earn a B or better in each course
- Finish with a 3.0 GPA or higher and you're automatically accepted into the matching graduate program
- Below 3.0? Entry depends on the program’s specific requirements
Note: All Grad Path registration must go through the Grad Path application—no Add/Drop forms allowed.
Grad Path Scholarship
Ready to take your education to the next level? The Grad Path Scholarship is here to help you get there.
When you enroll in a qualifying graduate program, you’re automatically considered—no extra forms, no hassle. Start your graduate program within two semesters of finishing your bachelor’s degree and you could receive:
- $1,000 in your first semester if your GPA is 3.49 or below
- $2,000 total if your GPA is 3.5 or higher ($1,000 per semester for two semesters)
This scholarship is all about giving you a boost so you can focus on what comes next—your goals, your growth, your future.
Participating Partner Schools
The Grad Path Program is offered in partnership with select schools and institutions. If you’re attending one of the participating partner schools below, you may be eligible to take graduate courses through SUU while completing your undergraduate degree.
Have Questions? Contact a University Recruiter. We’re Here to Help!
If you have any questions about the Grad Path Program or need help with the application steps, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to walk you through the process and make sure everything goes smoothly. Reach out to us by email at goinfo@suu.edu or by phone (435) 865-8665
