Three-Year Degrees Reshape Higher Ed | Amarillo News

College just got faster—and cheaper. A growing trend of three-year bachelor’s degrees, requiring as few as 90 credits instead of the traditional 120, is gaining traction across 26 states, with support from accreditors like the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Designed for students needing quicker access to credentials—like Giles Sims, who needed to re-enter the workforce sooner—these programs are especially popular in fields like business and computer science. But critics warn they may sacrifice depth, confuse employers, and hurt graduate school or licensing prospects. While proponents see them as a vital response to soaring tuition, skeptics—including the American Association of University Professors—argue they devalue the degree. Students are betting the speed and savings outweigh risks, but the long-term value remains uncertain. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/708dab99caf601b9