Differences between a Graduate’s Degree and a Master’s Degree?

A graduate degree, which comes after a bachelor’s degree, focuses on further study in a specialty or major. You can earn a master’s degree immediately following the bachelor’s degree. Full-time master’s programs typically take two years, but some programs are designed for completion in only one year. A doctorate is the highest level of college education and requires more time to complete than a master’s degree. Professional studies doctoral degrees prepare you for specific careers. Doctorates can take up to four years to complete, although other programs can be completed in as little as one year.