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Degree Forward - Thumb Area is available to all residents in Huron, Tuscola and Sanilac Counties.

Our Thumb Area partners are excited to encourage and enhance the opportunities for all of its residents!

About Degree Forward
Degree Forward is a nonprofit that partners with SNHU to offer access to online, accredited, and affordable competency-based education degree pathways with personalized coaching support.

Our program is affordable and achievable for working adults balancing multiple priorities.

Graduate faster

  • Earn your AA or BA degree from Southern New Hampshire University as fast as you work.
  • Returning to school? Transfer your credits to get a head start on your degree.
  • Earn your Associate degree on the way to working towards your Bachelor's.

Self-paced

  • Online projects you can complete anytime, anywhere.
  • Advance at your own pace without the stress of timed tests, lecture schedules, and finals.

Career-relevant education

  • No tests or Fs, only projects based on real-world professional skills.
  • Degree programs in fast-growing job markets.
  • Career coaching during college and up to 2 years after graduation.

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Southern New Hampshire University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

Degree Forward - Thumb Area is available to all residents in Huron, Tuscola and Sanilac Counties.

Our Thumb Area partners are excited to encourage and enhance the opportunities for all of its residents!

About Degree Forward
Degree Forward is a nonprofit that partners with SNHU to offer access to online, accredited, and affordable competency-based education degree pathways with personalized coaching support.

Our program is affordable and achievable for working adults balancing multiple priorities.

Take your next step

Southern New Hampshire University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

Graduate faster

  • Graduate with B.A. from Southern New Hampshire University as fast as you work.
  • Returning to school? Transfer your credits to get a head start on your degree.
  • Earn your Associate degree automatically while working towards your Bachelor's.

Self paced

  • Online projects you can complete anytime, anywhere.
  • Advance at your own pace without the stress of timed tests, lecture schedules, and finals.

Career-relevant education

  • No tests or Fs, only projects based on real-world professional skills.
  • Degree programs in fast-growing job markets.
  • Career coaching during college and up to 2 years after graduation.

We are offering two pathways to Thumb Area residents to complete their degree and advance their careers.

Thumb Area Residents
Anyone living or working in the Thumb Area, including Huron, Tuscola and Sanilac Counties, seeking to obtain an Associates or Bachelors Degree in one of our degree tracks.

Teacher Pathway Candidates
Aspiring teachers who work for Huron, Tuscola or Sanilac County ISDs or any of their local districts may be eligible for scholarships through the Talent Together partnership. Please inquire for more details about how this opportunity may apply, and if the application process is open through Talent Together.

9.4 / 10

average program rating among enrolled students

$908

average financial aid won per term among current students

3 years

median time to B.A. graduation for enrolled students

Degrees

Learn real-world skills through programs in the most in-demand fields.
Degree Forward provides the support you need as you earn one of SNHU's three career-boosting bachelor's and two associate degrees.

B.A. in Business Management

Associated careers:

  • Financial specialist
    ($83k median salary)
  • Social and community service manager
    ($76k median salary)

B.A. in Healthcare Management

Associated careers:

  • Medical and health services manager
    ($100k median salary)
  • Community health worker
    ($46k median salary)

B.A. in Communications

Associated careers:

  • Marketing specialist
    ($69k median salary)
  • Human resources specialist
    ($61k median salary)

A.A. in Healthcare Management

Associated careers:

  • Medical records technician
    ($43k median salary)
  • Healthcare support worker
    ($25k median salary)

A.A. in General Studies

Associated careers:

  • Office administrative assistant
    ($40k median salary)
  • Customer service representative
    ($37k median salary)

The opportunity to pursue my education through Degree Forward has been life-changing, allowing me to balance my personal and professional life while pursuing my dreams.
I am deeply grateful for this programs support.

Shout out to Laura Polega and  the resources which have empowered me to achieve this milestone and obtain the position of a Health and Wellness Advocate at Scheurer Hospital.

Thank you and I wish success for all those who follow me to their earn their degrees!

— Beth Deane, Degree Forward-Thumb Area's 1st Graduate

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