Lancaster Bible College provides a pathway for students to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in just five years total. The 4+1 program, available in multiple academic departments for on-campus undergraduate students, has many benefits.

Communication & Media Arts

Students in the Communication program have the option to apply for the 4+1 program in Strategic Communication Leadership before or during their junior or senior year. This program allows a student to graduate with a Master of Arts degree in Strategic Communication Leadership (MASCL) in just two additional semesters.

“This program is ideal for those who sense that a position of leadership is in their future or who want to manage communication strategy for an organization,” said Dr. Ryan Geesaman, Academic Dean for the Arts & Sciences, Communication & Media Arts, and Music, Worship & Performing Arts Departments. “Graduates of the MASCL program will be ready to effectively lead communication teams and marketing communication efforts.”

Learn more here: Communication (BA) + Strategic Communication Leadership (MA)

Counseling & Social Work

LBC’s 4+1 program in this academic arena offers many benefits to students. Within counseling, LBC students can embark on 4+1 paths in the following areas:

Psychology (BS) + Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)

Psychology (BS) + Professional School Counseling (MEd)

Education

According to Dr. Julia (Naugle ’98) Hershey, Associate Provost, the 4+1 option allows students to not only complete two levels of degrees, but they are also eligible for two Pennsylvania state certifications—all within five years. Within the Education Department, the 4+1 program leads to a BSEd and MEd:

Early Childhood Education (BSEd) + Special Education (MEd)

Early Childhood Education (BSEd) + English as a Second Language (MEd)