You may complete the first two years at a community college and then transfer to a college or university. Completing the first two years at a local community college often reduces the total cost of the degree significantly. You complete a Bachelor's degree plus graduate courses in a specialized area. Normally require one to two additional years of full-time study after completion of a bachelor's degree. A thesis or comprehensive exams are generally required.
Units vary, depending on field of study.
Usually referred to as Ph.D. or ed. Normally requires from three to five additional years of full-time study after completion of a Bachelors or Master's degree. Generally original research is required and is called a Dissertation.