AAS Learning Path

Modified on Mon, 7 Apr at 2:44 PM

At Nexford, we understand that flexibility is key to balancing your studies with other commitments. That's why we offer a personalized approach to course enrollment.

To help you adjust to online learning and build a strong academic foundation, you'll begin your AAS by taking one course per month or term for the first eight courses in your learning path. This allows you to ease into the program and establish a manageable study routine.

Accelerated Learning Enrollment: Increasing Your Pace

After successfully completing your first eight courses, you have the option to accelerate your progress by enrolling in up to two courses concurrently.
To be eligible for this standard enrollment pace, you must meet the following criteria:
- Maintain a Cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.0 or higher.
- Have no outstanding tuition balance.

This accelerated pace enables you to make quick progress while maintaining a manageable workload and ensuring academic success.

Picking the Right Path for You

At Nexford, we offer flexibility in how you progress through your AAS, and choosing the right path depends on your individual circumstances and preferences. Here are some factors to consider when deciding between a standard pace of one course per term or an accelerated pace of up to two courses per month.

Factors	Standard	Accelerated	Moderate
Course Load	First 8 courses: 1 course/month Courses 9-20: 2 courses/term	First 8 courses: 1 course/ month Courses 9-20: 2 courses/month	First 8 courses: 1 course / term Courses 9-20: 1 course/month
Program Length	20 months	14 months	28 months
Time Commitment	20-25 hours/week	34-40 hours/week	15-20 hours/week

Factors

Standard

Accelerated

Moderate

Course Load

First 8 courses:
1 course/month

Courses 9-20:
2 courses/term

First 8 courses:
1 course/ month

Courses 9-20:

2 courses/month

First 8 courses:

1 course / term

Courses 9-20:

1 course/month

Program Length

20 months

14 months

28 months

Time Commitment

20-25 hours/week

34-40 hours/week

15-20 hours/week

Program Requirements

To maintain academic standing and satisfactory academic progress, learners must:

Complete all courses with a passing grade of C or higher.
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.

AAS Courses

6 General Education courses
14 Core courses
Total Degree Program: 20 courses

To discuss your learning path, schedule an advising session with a Success Advisor using this link or contact us at success@nexford.edu.

Note: When choosing a learning path, remember that you are required to adhere to the maximum end date that is specified in your enrollment agreement. Failure to do so may result in your dismissal from the program.

Important Note to Kenyan Learners

To meet the requirements of the Commission on University Education, it is essential to complete your program within a minimum timeframe of one year for the graduate level and three years for the undergraduate. This duration is specifically aligned with the criteria set by local government units in Kenya for civil service eligibility and some universities for PhD continuing education.

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