{"id":699422,"date":"2026-04-13T07:52:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T11:52:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/?p=699422"},"modified":"2026-04-13T07:52:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T11:52:05","slug":"simon-business-school-accelerated-masters-college-partnerships-699422","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/simon-business-school-accelerated-masters-college-partnerships-699422\/","title":{"rendered":"Simon Business School expands pathway to accelerated master\u2019s degree through new college partnerships"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Students at partner institutions can earn their MS from Simon in one year.<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\">University of Rochester<\/a>\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/simon.rochester.edu\">Simon Business School<\/a> has forged partnerships with five colleges and universities enabling students at those institutions to earn a master\u2019s degree in business in just one year after completing their undergraduate studies through Simon\u2019s accelerated 4+1 Business Master\u2019s Pathway program.<\/p>\n<p>The partner institutions are the State University of New York at Geneseo, Ursinus College, Union College, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, and the College of Wooster.<\/p>\n<p>Students enrolled at those institutions\u2014as well as high school students applying to them\u2014can now gain early conditional admission to Simon and a guaranteed tuition scholarship for a streamlined path to a graduate business degree in areas such as accounting, artificial intelligence in business, business analytics, finance, and marketing analytics.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese partnerships reflect our shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality graduate education,\u201d says University of Rochester Provost Nicole Sampson. \u201cBy working with these outstanding partner institutions, we are enabling talented students to transition more easily from undergraduate to graduate study and prepare for successful careers with a Simon degree. Together, we are building a powerful bridge that expands opportunity and delivers lasting value for students and their families.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Simon Business School is consistently ranked among the top business schools in the United States and has been recognized for delivering a strong return on investment for its graduates.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/simon.rochester.edu\/programs\/full-time-ms\/business-masters-pathway\/partnership-institutions\">4+1 Business Master\u2019s Pathway program<\/a> offers a range of benefits designed to accelerate and simplify the graduate admissions process, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A guaranteed scholarship covering at least 30 percent of tuition<\/li>\n<li>Waived application fee<\/li>\n<li>No GRE or GMAT requirement<\/li>\n<li>Early access to Simon\u2019s career workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The pathways also give students a head start on career development, connecting them with Simon\u2019s career management resources a year before they arrive on campus.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese partnerships are about removing barriers and creating opportunities,\u201d says Mitchell Lovett, interim dean of the Simon Business School. \u201cWe\u2019re giving talented students a clear, affordable, and efficient pathway to a top-ranked business education.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>These partnerships are also expected to strengthen the regional economy by connecting highly skilled graduates to local employers. With clear pathways from undergraduate study to advanced business training, the agreements support workforce development efforts across the region and will reinforce Rochester\u2019s ability to attract and keep top talent.<\/p>\n<p>Leaders at partner institutions say the collaboration enhances the value of their undergraduate programs by offering students a direct route to advanced credentials.<\/p>\n<p>Union President Elizabeth Kiss says of the partnership: \u201cAt Union, we are constantly seeking ways to enhance our value proposition to students by enhancing the appeal of our academic portfolio. This partnership will give our students the opportunity to build on the strength of their Union degree with an outstanding business education experience, making them even more career-ready upon graduation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Geneseo Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Mary C. Toale says of the partnership: \u201cOur partnership with the Simon Business School expands meaningful pathways for Geneseo students and strengthens our commitment to their academic and professional success. This accelerated option opens new doors for students to advance in fields shaping the future, supported by two outstanding institutions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Jennifer VanGilder, a professor of business and economics at Ursinus College, says of the partnership: \u201cThe 4+1 partnership between the University of Rochester and Ursinus College redefines what is possible for Ursinus graduates by transforming ambition into acceleration. The bridge between undergraduate foundations and graduate-level expertise will equip students to rise faster, think bigger, and lead with confidence as they begin their professional careers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The University of Rochester plans to continue expanding the program through additional partnerships in the future. 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