Adelphi University

Adelphi University requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Adelphi University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Adelphi University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 68% of students who start college at Adelphi University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Adelphi University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Adelphi University?

Adelphi University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Adelphi University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Adelphi University

When choosing a major, Adelphi University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Adelphi University.Adelphi University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Adelphi University false.Adelphi University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adelphi University

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Does Adelphi University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Adelphi University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Adelphi University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Adelphi University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Adelphi University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Adelphi University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Adelphi University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Adelphi University true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Adelphi University.

Does Adelphi University Require Internships?

❌ Adelphi University does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Adelphi University does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.

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Additional Information About Adelphi University

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Adelphi University Library

The main library on campus is the Swirbul Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Adelphi University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Adelphi University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Columbia University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Adelphi University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Adelphi University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Adelphi University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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