New degrees, new career pathways, and new horizons
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As the workforce evolves, so does the Mount.
The college has launched plenty of new academic offerings this year, including new degrees, minors, and partnerships. These programs meet the students where they are, whether they’re working adults returning to the classroom or undergraduates preparing for the cutting edge tech industry.
Leading the initiative is the revitalized Adult Degree Program. Recognizing that the traditional daytime college schedule is often out of reach for those with full-time employment and family responsibilities, the Mount has restructured the program to prioritize flexibility. Students can now engage in a mix of online, hybrid, and evening classes at a discounted tuition rate.
Don’t worry about your existing credits going to waste: The new program allows students to transfer up to 90 credits from four-year institutions and up to 66 credits from two-year colleges. Majors available include high-demand fields such as Accounting, Business Management and Administration, Human Services, Psychology, and Nursing. In addition, the program will open its doors to all first-time adult degree seekers over the age of 18 starting in Spring 2026.
For students looking to shape the digital landscape, the Mount has launched a new Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program. Offered through the Division of Mathematics, Media, and Computing Sciences, this robust 48-credit major goes far beyond basic programming.
The curriculum is a comprehensive deep dive into complex problem-solving, networking, cybersecurity, and database management. It also tackles the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, preparing graduates for roles as systems analysts, game programmers, and software developers. The program emphasizes experiential learning: students have 24/7 access to state-of-the-art computer labs and are encouraged to join Upsilon Pi Epsilon, the computing sciences honor society. Furthermore, the Mount’s Center for Academic and Career Services works closely with majors to secure internships as early as their sophomore year.
Targeting critical shortages in the Hudson Valley workforce in the fields of addiction counseling and teaching, the Mount is now offering two new certification programs.
The college’s Division of Social Sciences is proud to introduce the Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC) program. This 27-credit track equips students to enter the addiction services, a sector the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects will grow by 19 percent over the next decade. Upon completion, students receive the OASAS 350-Hour Certificate, a key prerequisite for becoming a trainee in the field.
In the education sector, the Mount has launched an Advanced Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Designed for educators who already hold a master’s degree, this 15-credit program can be completed in as little as one year. With many Hudson Valley families speaking languages like Spanish, Yiddish, and Chinese at home, this certification ensures local teachers have the specialized skills to support multilingual learners in settings ranging from sheltered-ESL to inclusion classrooms.
Recognizing the growing importance of mental health in athletics, the college has introduced an 18-credit minor in Sports and Exercise Psychology. Ideal for Sports Management or Exercise Science majors, the program delves into the psychological principles that drive elite performance. Coursework covers essential topics like Sports Psychology and Principles and Techniques of Interviewing and Counseling, equipping students with foundational skills for careers in coaching, personal training, and physical therapy.
Finally, a new partnership with Marist University has created direct admission pathways for Mount students aiming for graduate school. High-achieving undergraduates can now secure early acceptance into Marist’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) programs.
To qualify, DPT students need a 3.2 cumulative GPA and 40 clinical observation hours, while MSAT applicants require a 3.0 GPA and 60 hours of experience. This collaboration ensures that Mount students can confidently plan their academic journey from their first day on campus all the way to a doctoral degree.
