Entry Requirements Course Duration of Degrees in the USA

 

	Programs	Duration	Description
1	Bachelor's degree	2-3 years	Also called Freshman and Sophomore, the UG programs include major, minor, and core courses
2	Master’s degree (Academic)	2 years	Includes disciplines of arts, science, and humanities
3	Master’s degree  (Professional)	1 to 3 years	The courses prepare students for a particular profession
4	Doctorate or Ph.D.	5 to 8 years	PhD given only after submission of the dissertation