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WORKING ADULTS

An education that fits you, and flexibility that fits your busy schedule.

It’s never too late to earn your degree. At CIAT, you can further your education without sacrificing your schedule. Our 100% online, accelerated degree programs give you the ability to learn wherever you are, whenever you want.

We focus on giving students the flexibility and support they need to achieve while also maintaining work-life balance. With dedicated Student Services Advisors, unlimited academic tutoring, workshops, and more, we help students thrive in a rigorous and rewarding online learning environment.

Our career-centric degree programs are designed to give you the skills, certifications, and experience you need to conquer the job market, land new job opportunities, advance your career, and increase your earning potential quickly. With 5-week courses, you can fast track your academic and professional success and get to where you want to go quickly.

Enrollment Deadline: April 12th, 2025

Learn While You Earn

You don’t have to choose between your job and your degree. CIAT’s 100% online classes are specifically designed for working adults and work with your schedule, not against it. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can utilize CIAT’s live, on-demand classes to gain hands-on experience and critical career-ready skills.

Turn Your Experience Into Credit

Have prior industry certifications or years of related job experience? CIAT offers zero cost challenge exams, allowing you to translate your previous professional or personal experience into credits and fast track your degree. Schedule a consultation with one of our expert Admissions Advisors today to learn more about how you could save on time and tuition costs.

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Rapid 5-Week Courses

We understand that you have a lot to balance on your plate. That’s why we offer rapid, 5-week courses so you can focus on one class at a time. With this approach, you can focus on the material at hand, fully grasp new concepts and skills, and quickly progress towards program completion.

Reach Your Career Goals

At CIAT, we pair every student with a dedicated Career Services Advisor. From the beginning, we customize our career services to support your unique goals and work alongside students to ensure they are well-prepared to land their dream role after graduation. From resume building to mock interviews and LinkedIn profile optimization, we’re here to help you understand how to position yourself for top job opportunities in your chosen field.

Working Adult

Our 100% online, accelerated degree programs are designed to provide maximum flexibility for working adults. With 5-week courses, you can focus on one subject at a time and complete your program at your own pace without sacrificing your job or other commitments.

Absolutely! CIAT offers challenge exams that allow you to translate your industry certifications, professional licenses, and relevant job experience into college credits. This can help you save time and money on your degree.

Our accelerated, 5-week courses enable you to move through your program expeditiously. Depending on your schedule and the number of credits you can transfer, you can earn your degree in 1-2 years. We'll work closely with you to create a customized academic plan.

The admissions process for our online programs is tailored to working adults. In addition to your previous education and work history, we evaluate factors like your motivation, time management skills, and alignment with your career goals. Acceptance is based on a holistic application review and a mandatory technical assessment.

We understand that cost is a significant consideration for working students. We offer competitive tuition, generous scholarship opportunities, and flexible payment plans. Our financial aid experts will work with you one-on-one to create an affordable education plan.

CIAT has multiple start dates throughout the year, allowing you to begin your program when it's most convenient. Our rolling admissions process means you don't have to wait for a specific semester to enroll.

Have more questions? Reach out today and admissions advisor will answer any other questions you have!

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Already have a degree, or want to transfer your current college experience and credits?

Use your previous degree or prior college experience to bypass the general education requirements and enroll in an accelerated program to earn the skills and certifications you need to advance in your career.

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Request an appointment with one of our Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule.

Enrollment Deadline - April 12th, 2025

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