5 Years. 2 Degrees. Finish Faster.
Discover the power of an accelerated education at Harpur College of Arts and Sciences. Our 4+1 degree programs allow you to earn your graduate degree in half the time. With the 4+1 program, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Save time and money: Complete your bachelor's and master's degree in just five years, instead of the traditional six.
- Specialize in your field: Choose from a variety of graduate programs that align with your undergraduate major and interests.
- Gain a competitive edge: Stand out from your peers with advanced knowledge and skills in your field.
- Jump-start your career: Enter the workforce with a graduate degree, giving you a head start on your career path.
Plan ahead and apply now to a 4+1 degree program and take the first step towards your future.
Harpur 4+1 Degree Offerings:
| Undergraduate Major | Degree | Graduate Major |
| Harpur BA/BS* | BA/BS+MS | Biomedical Anthropology |
| Harpur BA/BS* | BA/BS+MA | Economics |
| Anthropology | BA/BS+MA | Anthropology |
| Art History | BA+MA | Art History |
| Asian & Asian American Studies | BA+MA | Asian & Asian American Studies |
| Asian & Asian American Studies | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Biological Sciences | BA+MS | Biological Sciences |
| Chemistry | BA/BS+MA/MS | Chemistry |
| Chemistry | BS+MS | Materials Science |
| Chinese | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Comparative Literature | BA+MA | Comparative Literature |
| Economics | BA/BS+MA | Economics |
| English | BA+MA | English |
| French | BA+MA | French |
| French | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Geography | BA+MA | Geography |
| Geology | BS+MS | Geology |
| History | BA+MA | History |
| Italian | BA+MA | Italian |
| Italian | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Linguistics | BA+MA | Anthropology |
| Linguistics | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
| Mathematical Sciences | BA/BS+MS | Data Science & Statistics |
| Philosophy | BA+MA | Philosophy |
| Philosophy, Politics & Law | BA+MA | Philosophy |
| Physics | BS+MS | Materials Science |
| Sociology | BA+MA | Sociology |
| Spanish | BA+MA | Spanish |
| Spanish | BA+MA | Translation Studies |
*Excludes Geological Sciences BS.
Additional 4+1 Degrees Offered by Other Schools/Departments:
Several of our combined degree programs are offered in collaboration with other 91ÉçÇø University schools and departments.
- Combined degrees with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership (TLEL)
Combined degrees with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership:
In partnership with Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership, these unique options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in French, Spanish or Mathematical Sciences and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in just five years of study.
Contact with more questions: tlel@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA)
Combined degrees with College of Community and Public Affairs:
In partnership with College of Community and Public Affairs, these innovative options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn any Harpur BA (excluding MusB, Geological Science BA and BS, any Art & Design BA, and any Theatre BA) and the following master's degrees in just five years of study:
Blanket 4+1 Programs:
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Public Health (MPH) — open to Harpur students in BA, BS and BFA programs
- Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MS HESA)
- Master in Sustainable Communities (MA/MS)
- Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA)
- Master of Science in Human Rights
- Master of Science in Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention
*Excludes Music BA, MusB, Geological Sciences BS, Studio Art BA, and Theatre BA.
Additional Harpur 4+1 Programs with CCPA:
- English, BA + Masters in Teaching (MAT)
- History, BA + Masters in Teaching (MAT)
- Political Science, BA + Masters of Public Administration (MPA)
- Environmental Studies, BA/BS + Sustainable Communities, MS
Contact with more questions:
- MPA: bking@binghamton.edu
- Human Rights: suzylee@binghamton.edu
- MSW: jvassell@binghamton.edu
- Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention (GMAP): ncenteno3@binghamton.edu
- all others: ralfieri@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with Human Development
Combined degrees with Human Development:
In partnership with Human Development, these forward-thinking options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) and Master of Science in Human Rights (MSHR) graduate program in just five years of study.
Contact with more questions: suzylee@binghamton.edu
- Combined degrees with School of Management
Combined degrees with School of Management:
In partnership with School of Management, these dynamic options give Harpur students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in just five years of study.
*Excludes Music BA, MusB, Geological Sciences BS, Studio Art BA, and Theatre BA.
Contact with more questions: mpianella@binghamton.edu
- Combined Degrees with Watson College
Combined Degrees with Watson College:
In partnership with Watson College, Harpur College students have the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and a in just five years of study.
Blanket 4+1 Programs:
- Masters degree in System Science
- Master of Science in Information Systems
*Excludes Music BA, MusB, Geological Sciences BS, Studio Art BA, and Theatre BA.
Additional Harpur 4+1 Programs with Watson:
- Environmental Studies, BA/BS + Systems Science, MS
- Applied Physics, BS + Mechanical Engineering, MS
Contact with more questions: hornbeck@binghamton.edu
- Combined Degrees with School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Combined Degrees with School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences:
In partnership with School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Harpur College students have the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and a master's degree in just five years of study.
- Integrative Neuroscience, BS + Pharmaceutical Sciences, MS
- Integrative Neuroscience, BS + Pharmacy PharmD
- Biochemistry, BS + Pharmacy PharmD
- Chemistry, BA + Pharmacy PharmD
Contact/Questions:
Katherine Lacy
Associate Director, Graduate Funding and Recruitment
Harpur College of Arts and Sciences