Some students saving money by getting a degree in three years

Some students are lowering their college costs by getting a four year degree in just three years.

College officials warn it's not for everyone.  Students can feel rushed into making academic and career decisions.  And they don't get to take part in as many co-curricular activities as the might on the four-year plan.

Here's my MPR news story on how Minnesota colleges are approaching the prospect of three year bachelor's degrees.

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