Degree Forward offers an accelerated pathway to earning your degree at an affordable cost through an innovative partnership with Southern New Hampshire University. You can keep working while earning your degree online with a flexible, self-paced schedule and personalized one-on-one support.
Our program works around your schedule, whether you want to take your time or finish as soon as possible.
Show mastery in real world skills through self paced projects. No deadlines. No grades.
One-on-one weekly coaching to help you navigate your coursework and keep you moving towards your goals.
Self-paced curriculum
Earn an accredited bachelor’s degree in as little as 2 years. Go as fast or as slow as you’d like, earning credit as you master the material.
Work harder, graduate faster
Complete as many credits as you can master per term with no additional cost, allowing you to graduate sooner while saving money.
No F’s, no lectures, no tests, no deadlines
Earn credits through online projects based on real-world skills. Retry as many times as you need until you master the material.
Get one-on-one coaching
Get the support you need to complete your education by working with your coach to set deadlines, schedule, and build study habits that fit your lifestyle.
Earn your degree for half the cost of state university tuition
Earning a SNHU degree in partnership with Degree Forward is $3,400 per term before financial aid and scholarships. Most students are eligible for federal financial aid, which covers almost half the cost of tuition for the average student (and can cover up to 72% of tuition).
No books, no fees: if you get done faster, you pay less, because you pay per year
With no surprise expenses to the program, you can plan your finances with ease and focus on what matters most: your education.
Best program for working adults and parents
SNHU's online curriculum is self-paced and project-based so you can work anytime, anywhere. With absolute flexibility, you can study when it makes sense for you. You will never be constrained by the college’s schedule.
Work wherever you want to
Degree Forward coaches make it possible for you to succeed anywhere. Complete your degree completely from home, or meet your coach in person at a coworking space, coffee shop, or wherever else works for you.
Executive Director
Dr. Raylynn Henry
With over 15 years of experience in education, working in K-12 schools, non-profit organizations, and colleges, Dr. Henry brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role. Her strong academic background includes a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership from Oakland University, along with degrees in Education and Accounting from Wayne State University.
A message from Dr. Henry: "It is both an honor and a blessing to serve as Executive Director at Degree Forward. My faith in God fuels my commitment to this work. I am driven by a deep passion to see lives changed through the transformative power of education. Together with this amazing team, we will continue to make a significant impact in the lives of students, by ensuring they have the tools, resources and support to succeed & thrive in all areas of their life."
Students can apply for Financial Aid here.
Pell Grant maximum is currently $7,395. If you receive the full Pell grant award, your tuition can be less than $950 per term before scholarships.
Need help with FAFSA? Your enrollment advisor will help you every step of the way once you apply.
Each institution has its own rules about credit transferability, and so we can't 100% guarantee that the credits you earn in the program will transfer fully to a future institution of your choice.