Strayer University operates on a quarter system, providing courses for students on a year-round basis. There are four quarters of classes offered during the year: fall, winter, spring and summer. Each quarter is approximately 11 weeks long. Courses vary in the number of class meetings per week but generally meet at least once a week.
| Duration | Quarter Hour Credits | Semester Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| One Course | 4.5 | 3.0 |
| Diploma (excluding LPN) | 54.0 | 36.0 |
| LPN Diploma | 49.0 | 32.7 |
| Associate Degree | 90.0 | 60.0 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 180.0 | 120.0 |
| Undergraduate Certificate (3-course) | 13.5 | 9.0 |
| Undergraduate Certificate (5-course) | 22.5 | 15.0 |
| 12-Course Master’s Degree | 54.0 | 36.0 |
| 10-Course Master's Degree | 45.0 | 30.0 |
| Graduate Certificate | 13.5 | 9.0 |
Some courses may be offered as mini-sessions. A course taught in a mini-session is compressed into a five-week period. Mini-session courses are equivalent to regular quarter courses in regard to the number of class hours students attend and the number of credits awarded for completion of each course. Mini-sessions generally have more class meetings per week than regular quarter classes. There are two mini-session terms available per quarter. Students receiving federal financial aid should refer to the Student Handbook regarding mini-session courses and Title IV funds.
The word "term," as used in this catalog, is defined as the period of time that covers the beginning to the end of a course and is used interchangeably with the word "quarter."