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Fast tracking success: Texas looking to create 3-year degree programs
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Grace Gates , as published by EverythingLubbock Local
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Students are finding ways to accelerate their education. Dual credits and online coursework have helped some individuals complete their studies more quickly. Kendra Burton is one such student who has…
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Key takeaway Kendra Burton is one such student who has successfully sped up her learning process.
Students are finding ways to accelerate their education. Dual credits and online coursework have helped some individuals complete their studies more quickly. Kendra Burton is one such student who has successfully sped up her learning process.
Further information is available about efforts to create shorter degree programs. Public universities are part of this initiative, which aims to establish new pathways for students to earn degrees in less time.
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Category: schools ·
Published: September 2, 2026 ·
Source: EverythingLubbock Local ·
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