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Let’s make college work for you

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.

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Accelerated. Affordable. Achievable.

Degree Forward is passionately pursuing solutions to increase college completion, certification, and career advancement rates for communities in Michigan. Not only are we a partner of SNHU, we are a community-based organization that fosters opportunities for learning, gathering & collaboration.

Voices of Graduates

Real Stories, Real Successes

Discover how our degree programs have transformed careers and lives.  From leading teams to making an impact in their fields, our graduates share their journeys of growth, resilience, and success.

BA Graduate, Healthcare Management
“With Degree Forward, I accomplished my academic goals without having to put my life on hold. This program made pursuing a BA possible by offering flexibility, support, and leadership. I’m incredibly grateful to their team for guidance and encouragement during my journey.”
LaShaun Bundy
BA Graduate, Healthcare Management

BA Graduate, Healthcare Management

BA Management
“If you have concerns of affordability, time constraints, or belief in yourself, Degree Forward could be a transformational opportunity. The team is invested in the success of those who may have faced adversity in the past, especially those who look like me! Take the leap! I did and you can, too!”
Anthony Winston
BA Graduate, Management

BA Management

BA Communications
“Degree Forward has been life-changing. It allowed me to balance my personal and professional life while pursuing my dreams. I’m deeply grateful for this program’s support and the resources that empowered me to achieve this milestone and obtain a new role!”
Beth Deane
BA Student, Communications

BA Communications

AA General Studies
“Degree Forward’s team have been helpful, kind and fantastic cheerleaders! They’re always there for you and quick to answer questions. At other colleges, I’ve had to figure things out on my own. This is not the case here! I’m excited this degree I’ve wanted for so long is finally within reach.”
Erin Andrews
AA Graduate, General Studies

AA General Studies

AA Healthcare Management
“I recommend Degree Forward because of the unique and expedited way to obtain your degree and simply move forward. No more lectures, midterms, or finals. The program provides skilled and competent coaches who assist you every step of the way, helping to make your dream of finishing a reality.”
Deborah Winfield-Cole
AA Graduate, Healthcare Management

AA Healthcare Management

A learning experience built around you

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CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Our program works around your schedule, whether you want to take your time or finish as soon as possible.

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FOCUS ON SKILLS, NOT TESTS

Show mastery in real world skills through self paced projects. No deadlines. No grades.

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FIND SUPPORTED SUCCESS

One-on-one weekly coaching to help you navigate your coursework and keep you moving towards your goals.

DEGREE PROGRAMS

Enroll with Degree Forward and you’ll earn a degree through Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). We offer a personalized learning pathway that will help you succeed, keeping you on track toward earning your degree and advancing your career.

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Business Management

Dive into the dynamic world of business management, acquiring the skills needed to thrive in various roles such as project manager, HR manager, data specialist, or logistician.

Median salary range: $61,000 to $88,000.*

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Communications

Hone your marketing, public relations, and leadership abilities, paving the way for careers as a marketing manager, PR specialist, or content marketer.

Median salary range: $55,000 to $69,000.*

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Healthcare Management

Equip yourself with the expertise to excel in non-clinical healthcare administration roles, including patient services, healthcare HR, and community health.

Median salary range: $46,000 to $100,000.*

ACCELERATED

School on your schedule

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.

ACHIEVABLE

Structured for your Success

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.

$3,400
Cost of tuition per term before financial aid
Up to 72%
Most tuition covered on maximum financial aid.
affordable

Grow your potential,
not your debt

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.

$3,382
Cost of tuition per term before financial aid
Up to 72%
Most tuition covered on maximum financial aid.
ACCESSIBLE

Get the help you need to get it done

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.

Leading the Way

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."

Meet our team

Common questions

I have college credits, can I transfer my credits?

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  • If you’ve earned 60 or more credits from an accredited institution — or if you’ve earned an accredited AA or AS — you will likely be eligible to begin your studies directly with SNHU’s BA program (skipping the AA and significantly reducing your time to degree). 
  • If you have under 60 transferable credits, you have the option to have a course-by-course evaluation, and may be eligible to transfer credits to the “associate’s degree track”.

How long does it take to earn my degree?

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  • On average, students can earn an associate degree in  9 to 12 months and a bachelor’s degree in 12 to 36 months.

How do I apply for Financial Aid and will I qualify?

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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.

Can I transfer credits out of the program?

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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. 

Here’s how you get started

6 Steps to get you to graduation

From your first conversation to walking across the stage, we’re here to make your journey simple and achievable. Here’s how it works:

Connect with an advisor
Plan your finances
Onboard
Meet your coach
Master projects
Graduate