You’re not starting over. You’re finishing what you started.
You left school for a reason — work, family, money, life. Now you’re ready to finish. Belmont’s Adult Degree Program offers classes across 18 majors — primarily hybrid, with a mix of in-person, evening and online options — with a tuition rate built for working adults in Nashville.
You will not be the oldest person in the room.
The average age of a Belmont adult degree student is 35. Your classmates are working professionals, parents and veterans — people who have been living real lives and bring that experience into the classroom. They are not starting out. They are, like you, finishing something they started.
Why Adult Learners Choose Belmont
Flexible programs, experienced faculty and outcomes that make a difference.
Here is what it actually costs.
Adult degree students at Belmont pay $620 per credit hour — more than 60% less than Belmont’s traditional undergraduate tuition rate.
Most students need between 60 and 90 credit hours to complete their degree, depending on prior coursework. A free transcript analysis will tell you exactly where you stand and how long your program will take — before you apply.
Financial aid is available, including federal loans and grants. If your employer offers tuition reimbursement, we can help you understand how to apply it.
Built for students who prefer flexible formats.
Belmont’s adult degree classes meet in person during the day, in the evenings and online, in formats designed for working adults ready to finish their degree. You can combine in-person and online coursework — and you don’t have to choose one or the other for your entire degree.
Most students complete their degree in two to four years attending part time, depending on how many credit hours they carry per semester and how many transfer credits apply.
- Request a transcript analysis. Find out how many credits transfer and how far you are from finished.
- Talk to an admissions counselor. A real person will call you — not an automated sequence.
- Apply. No test scores. No long wait.
- Start. The next start date begins January 13, 2027.
The Adult Degree Experience
Belmont University adult students are motivated professionals seeking to enhance their skills and achieve more for themselves, their families, their workplaces, and their communities. Faculty and staff in Belmont's Adult Degree Program are committed to offering transformative experiences that promote personal and professional growth for adult students, supporting them in achieving their goals.
18 Programs. One Belmont degree.
Every program in the Adult Degree Program leads to the same diploma awarded to every Belmont graduate. Nashville employers know the name on it.
Accounting | Architecture | Chemical & Biological Health Studies | Education Policy | Elementary Education | Faith and Social Justice | Fashion Design | Fashion Business & Design Leadership | General Business | Global Leadership Studies | Interior Design | Legal Studies | Liberal Studies | Ministry | Music Business | Public Relations Management | Social Media Management | Social Work
FAQ
Most adult degree students complete their program in two to four years attending part time. The exact timeline depends on how many transfer credits you bring and how many credit hours you take each semester. A free transcript analysis will give you a specific estimate before you commit to anything.
Adult degree students pay $620 per credit hour — more than 60% less than Belmont’s traditional undergraduate tuition. Financial aid is available, including federal loans and grants, and many employers offer tuition reimbursement.
Your college credits don’t just go away. We’ll evaluate your previous coursework for transfer credit toward your Belmont degree. Request a free transcript analysis and we will tell you what counts toward your degree.
Yes. The program is designed for that. Classes are offered in multiple formats, with a mix of in-person, evening and online options, and you can combine formats across your coursework. The average adult degree student at Belmont works full time.
No. Belmont’s Adult Degree Program does not require ACT or SAT scores for admission.
A real admissions counselor will contact you — not an automated sequence. You will review your transcripts together, confirm your program fit and set a start date.
You're Closer Than You Think
Whether you're returning after five years or 15, Belmont is here to help you take the next step. And when you cross the finish line, you'll earn the same Belmont degree as every other Belmont graduate.