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Just 90 credits, 100% online
FastTrack 90™ is an intentionally designed 90-credit bachelor’s degree — not a traditional 120-credit program cut down to 90. By focusing on the core and major coursework that matters most and requiring fewer electives, FastTrack 90 gives you a more direct path to earning your bachelor’s degree.
Whether you’re starting college or bringing previous credits with you, you can earn your degree 100% online and move forward sooner.
FastTrack 90™ online bachelor degrees: Applied Psychology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice Leadership, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, and Information Technology.
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What sets our online bachelor’s apart
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Education for every goal
Whether you’re preparing for a new career, looking to advance in your current field, or earning the degree you’ve always wanted, FastTrack 90™ gives you a strong academic foundation and practical skills to help you take the next step.
Throughout your program, you’ll build career-ready skills aligned with NACE competencies, including communication, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and technology. You can also earn digital badges that recognize specific skills and give you credentials to share with employers along the way.
And at Saint Mary’s, education is about more than preparing for a career. Our Catholic Lasallian tradition emphasizes holistic growth, character, integrity, and a commitment to serving others — values woven throughout the Saint Mary’s experience.
FastTrack 90™ offers a different path to a bachelor’s degree, with the academic quality you expect from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, an institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
That’s the Saint Mary’s difference.
Finish faster
With just 90 credits — 25% fewer than a traditional 120-credit bachelor’s degree — FastTrack 90™ can help you graduate up to 25% faster and put your degree to work sooner.
Start with no previous college credits or transfer up to 66 eligible credits from prior college coursework, associate degrees, technical coursework, military experience, and training. We’ll help you understand how your previous learning can apply toward your degree so you can make the most of what you’ve already accomplished.
With just 90 credits required to graduate — and the opportunity to bring eligible credits with you — you can spend less time getting to your goal and more time putting your degree to work.
Time is money.
Save both.
With 25% fewer credits than a traditional 120-credit bachelor’s degree, FastTrack 90™ can help you save on the cost of earning your degree — while getting you to graduation faster.
And there are more ways to make your education more accessible:
- Get a head start on your master’s — at the bachelor’s tuition rate. Take eligible master’s-level courses during your bachelor’s degree and apply them toward an eligible Saint Mary’s graduate program later, saving both time and money on your next degree.
- Make your previous learning count. Transfer and eligible prior learning credits can reduce the number of courses you need to complete at Saint Mary’s.
- Explore scholarships and financial aid. Opportunities include scholarships for students returning to finish their bachelor’s degree and eligible students with an associate degree, as well as grants, loans, and other financial aid.
- Save through your employer. Eligible employees of organizations in Saint Mary’s Trusted Partnership Program may qualify for tuition discounts or scholarships.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you earn a bachelor’s degree with 90 credits?
Yes. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers FastTrack 90™, fully online bachelor’s degree programs that require 90 credits instead of the 120 credits traditionally required for a bachelor’s degree. FastTrack 90™ programs are intentionally designed around core and major coursework, with fewer elective requirements.
What is the difference between a 90-credit and a 120-credit bachelor’s degree?
A traditional bachelor’s degree typically requires 120 credits. Saint Mary’s FastTrack 90™ bachelor’s degrees require 90 credits — 25% fewer credits. FastTrack 90™ programs focus on core and major coursework while reducing elective requirements, providing a faster path to earning a bachelor’s degree.
Are there accredited 90-credit bachelor’s degree programs?
Yes. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and HLC has approved Saint Mary’s FastTrack 90™ Bachelor of Science programs in Applied Psychology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice Leadership, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, and Information Technology in the reduced 90-credit format.
What universities offer 90-credit bachelor’s degrees online?
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers FastTrack 90™, a selection of 100% online bachelor’s degree programs requiring 90 credits. Students can choose from Applied Psychology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice Leadership, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, and Information Technology.
Do I need transfer credits to start a 90-credit bachelor’s degree?
No. You can start a FastTrack 90™ bachelor’s degree at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota without previous college credits. Students who have already completed college coursework can also bring eligible transfer credits with them.
How many credits can I transfer into a 90-credit bachelor’s degree?
Saint Mary’s FastTrack 90™ programs accept up to 66 eligible transfer credits. Credits may come from previous college coursework, associate degrees, technical programs and other eligible prior learning. How individual credits apply toward your degree depends on your previous coursework and program requirements.
What online bachelor’s degrees can I earn in 90 credits?
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers six 100% online FastTrack 90™ bachelor’s degree programs: Applied Psychology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice Leadership, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, and Information Technology. Each requires 90 total credits to earn the degree.
Can I go to graduate school with a 90-credit bachelor’s degree?
A FastTrack 90™ graduate earns an accredited bachelor’s degree from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Saint Mary’s graduate programs accept FastTrack 90™ degrees. Requirements at other universities vary, so students planning to attend graduate school elsewhere should check the admissions requirements of the specific institution and program.