Non-degree programs lead to completion of certification or rank requirements as set by the Kentucky Department of Education. Non-degree programs do not lead to a graduate degree. The Kentucky Department of Education grants changes in rank or certification. The Kentucky Department of Education grants 10 years to complete Rank II and Rank I programs. The University requires that a graduate degree program be completed within seven years.
Time is measured from the date of the first completed course which is applicable to the program.
Off-campus courses may be taken if the courses match the requirements and needs of the program. These off-campus courses are only offered when and if qualified faculty are available to instruct the courses and when enough students register for the course. A maximum of nine graduate hours can be transferred into a Masters Degree program. A maximum of fourteen graduate hours can be transferred into a Rank II non-degree program. And, a maximum of fifteen graduate hours can be transferred into a Rank I non-degree program.