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These are the same courses taught by our faculty with the same rigor and outcomes and same credit as semester-long classes.
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Faster path for general education
Complete general requirements faster and for less with MSU Denver credit that transfers widely.
Designed for real life
Condensed online courses help you focus on one or two classes at a time so progress feels doable.
How Accelerated Online Classes Work
Accelerated classes cover the same content and are the same MSU Denver courses taught by our faculty with the same outcomes. The schedule is compressed so you stay focused and finish sooner.
Winterim courses require a daily commitment and run for two weeks. Eight-week courses begin either at the start of the term or mid-semester.
Condensed does not mean easier, but it does help you get your general education classes out of the way and fit your busy schedule.
Accelerated 8 Week Online Classes for Spring 2026
First 8 Weeks (Jan 20–Mar 15)
Second 8 Weeks (Mar 16–May 17)
- COMM 1010: Presentational Speaking
- CHS 1000: Intro to Chicana/o Studies
- CHS 2100: Women of Color
- AAS 2100: Women of Color
- GWS 1001: Intro to Gender, Women, & Sexualities
- GWS 1200: Sexuality, Race, and Power
- GWS 2100: Women of Color
- GWS 3270: Beauty Cultures
- JMP 2610: Intro to Technical Writing
- PSY 3010: Research Methods in Psychological Science
- PSY 3011: Lab for Psychological Research Methods
- ANT 3395: Transnational Genders & Sexualities
- SOC 1010: People, Power, and Progress
- SOC 3240: Poverty and Inequality
- SOC 4200: Social Stratification
How to Enroll for Accelerated Online Classes
Students Currently Enrolled at MSU Denver
First, make sure you meet the prerequisites for accelerated classes that have them. Then, go to the Registration Portal and register like you normally do. Use the catalog to find your course and CRN, then add it in the registration flow.
New MSU Denver Students
You need to first apply and be admitted. Start by submitting the online application at connect.msudenver.edu/apply. After you’re admitted, head to the Registration Portal to enroll.
Need Help or Have Questions About Enrolling for Accelerated Online Courses?
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Email an Enrollment Specialist For HelpFrequently Asked Questions
Do accelerated online courses count toward my degree?
Yes. These are MSU Denver courses for official credit that appear on your MSU Denver transcript.
How do the 2-week Winterim and 8-week sessions work?
Same course, condensed timeline. Winterim moves daily for two weeks. Eight-week sessions follow a steady weekly rhythm so you can focus and finish sooner.
Is the coursework as rigorous as a regular semester?
Yes. Same faculty, outcomes, and assessments. The format is accelerated, not reduced.
Will my credits transfer to another university?
Your credits are recorded on an official MSU Denver transcript. MSU Denver is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and our accelerated courses meet the same standards as full-term classes. Transfer decisions are made by the receiving university.
Who teaches MSU Denver’s accelerated online classes?
MSU Denver faculty teach all online courses. We do not outsource instruction.
Can I take these if my major is not an online major?
Yes. Eligible MSU Denver students in any major can register.
Can I get the Online Learning Scholarship for these classes?
Sometimes. Eligibility depends on how many credits you take in a semester and whether you are in a fully online major. See details on the Online Learning Scholarship page.
How do I register for an accelerated online course?
Current students add the CRN in the Registration Portal.