Learners wanting to advance more quickly toward their degree can do so with the Accelerated Track program (ACTRAC). Eligible WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) students may enroll in courses that carry the ACTRAC option. By completing additional coursework prescribed by the instructor, learners earn 4 credits for each ACTRAC course rather than the usual 3 credits. By taking ACTRAC courses, students can reduce the total number of courses they must take before they graduate.
Program Requirements
Eligible students must meet the following requirements:
- Be admitted to a CAPS undergraduate degree program
- Have successfully completed at least 12 credits in CAPS
- Have completed an English composition course at CAPS with a grade of B or better
- Have a 3.0 minimum grade point average
- Have written approval from a CAPS Student Success Navigator
Once approved, learners register and pay for 4 credits for each ACTRAC course. The ACTRAC option must be chosen at the beginning of the semester, and it is not available to WashU day students.
The extra credit work is determined by the instructor and will normally include extra reading, writing and research.