4+1 Business Master's Pathway
The 4+1 Business Master's Pathway is a collaborative partnership between Union College and the University of Rochester's Simon Business School. This program offers a streamlined route for high-achieving students to earn a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science from Union and a specialized Master of Science from Simon in just five years.
Currently there are five B.A. / B.S. + M.S. Programs Available:
- M.S. in Accountancy
- M.S. in AI in Business
- M.S. in Business Analytics
- M.S. in Finance
- M.S. in Marketing Analytics
Program Benefits
Students admitted through the 4+1 Business Master's Pathway receive significant financial and professional advantages.
- Guaranteed Scholarship: All admitted Union students are guaranteed a 30% tuition scholarship toward their M.S. degree at Simon.
- Union Faculty Program Director Mentorship and Simon School Support: Throughout a student's time at Union, a dedicated faculty mentor will advise you on coursework and preparation.
- Early Career Support: Complete a summer workshop series to receive up to three 1:1 career coaching sessions with Simon’s Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center, complementing your undergraduate career services.
- Early Admission to Simon: When you apply to Simon through the Business Master’s Pathway, you will receive your admission decision before your senior year at Union begins, allowing you to plan your next academic step with confidence.
- No Testing is Required: No SAT/ACT or GMAT/GRE scores are required for admission through the pathway.
