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Future Forward CT offers an accelerated pathway to earning your degree at an affordable cost through an innovative partnership with Southern New Hampshire University. You can keep working while earning your degree online with a flexible, self-paced schedule and personalized one-on-one support.

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"Future Forward CT brings hope and a viable pathway to a degree for many deserving Connecticut residents who have never had that chance."

Sivan Hines, President of Hartford Promise
A COLLEGE EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS ON A MISSION

We believe all motivated students across Connecticut should be able to earn a career-boosting college degree without going into debt or putting their life on hold.

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CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Our program works around your schedule, whether you want to take your time or finish as soon as possible.

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FOCUS ON SKILLS, NOT TESTS

Show mastery in real world skills through self paced projects. No deadlines. No grades.

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FIND SUPPORTED SUCCESS

One-on-one weekly coaching to help you navigate your coursework and keep you moving towards your goals.

Let college meet you where you're at.

Get 1:1 support from your coach at a coworking space, coffee shop, or wherever else works for you.

degree programs

We offer one-on-one support to learners enrolled in SNHU competency-based education programs. Our individualized learning pathways are designed to maximize each learner’s success, supporting students’ progress towards degree completion and career advancement.

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Business Management

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Communications

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Healthcare Management

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ACHIEVABLE

Structured for your Success

No F’s, no lectures, no tests, no deadlines

Earn credits through online projects based on real-world skills. Retry as many times as you need until you master the material.

Get one-on-one coaching

Get the support you need to complete your education by working with your coach to set deadlines, schedule, and build study habits that fit your lifestyle.

affordable

Grow your potential, not your debt

Earn your degree for half the cost of state university tuition

Earning a SNHU degree in partnership with Future Forward CT is $3,400 per term before financial aid and scholarships. Most students are eligible for federal financial aid, which covers almost half the cost of tuition for the average student (and can cover up to 75% of tuition).

No books, no fees, no surprises

With no surprise expenses to the program, you can plan your finances with ease and focus on what matters most: your education.

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ACCELERATED

School on your schedule

Self-paced curriculum

Earn an accredited bachelor’s degree in as little as 2 years. Go as fast or as slow as you’d like, earning credit as you master the material.

Work harder, graduate faster

Complete as many credits as you can master per term with no additional cost, allowing you to graduate sooner while saving money.

ACCESSIBLE

Get the help you need to get it done

Best program for working adults and parents

SNHU's online curriculum is self-paced and project-based so you can work anytime, anywhere. With absolute flexibility, you can study when it makes sense for you. You will never be constrained by the college’s schedule.

Work wherever you want to

Future Forward CT coaches make it possible for you to succeed anywhere. Complete your degree completely from home, or meet your coach in person at a coworking space, coffee shop, or wherever else works for you.

what people are saying

Here’s what Future Forward CT students are saying.

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“Not a lot of people went to college in my family, and I decided that I wanted more. I would like to be a role model for my daughters. At Future Forward, I'm fully supported 110%. I know that my advisors care about my success versus past colleges where I was just a student.”

Aalaysia Wilson
BA Student, Communications

“Future Forward is an amazing, convenient opportunity for me to finish my degree. Being able to study online on my own pace and time is very convenient for a working mom. My son started college, which motivated me go back to school too, to show my children that it's never too late to finish your degree.”

Maria Zuniga
AA Graduate, General Studies

“This AA has enhanced my leadership skills and bridged the gap between patient care and administrative excellence. It'll help me apply my years of experience as an LPN into a new role. The program's focus on innovative solutions has equipped me with the tools needed to lead teams effectively and improve patient outcomes.”

Sonia Torres
AA Graduate, Healthcare Management

“The Communications program has transformed how I present myself both on camera and in writing. It gave me the confidence to deliver compelling messages and taught me to craft clear, professional content. This growth has been invaluable in advancing my career in the field!”

Carmen Washington
BA Student, Communications

“I can't say enough about how amazing the FFCT team is. When my schedule became crowded with overtime, I started doubting my ability to balance work and school. However, my coaches went above and beyond, checking in, helping with assignments, and assisting with time management. Their dedication helped me persevere.”

Kaajah Edwards
AA Graduate, BA Management Student

“My experience has been exceedingly positive. I learned at my own pace from the comfort of my home, with no rushing or due dates. Even with that flexibility, I completed all my projects ahead of schedule. If I had to start this journey anew, I would choose Future Forward again!”

Suhey Ocasio
BA Graduate

“The flexibility of Future Forward allows me to gain the knowledge needed to pursue my passion for accounting while also dedicating time to hands-on experience in the workplace. The coaches' guidance and encouragement is also unparalleled, helping me persevere and keep moving forward!”

Kaajah Edwards
AA Graduate, BA Student in Management

I also think people in my community stray away from bettering their education due to the worry or the reflection of their environment thinking that they will be left with a bunch of student loans they can't pay off by just trying to better themselves. This program eliminates that worry because you have a coach that explains everything to you thoroughly and supports students being able to finish and have as little debt as possible.

Teth P
Student

The program gave me a new outlook on my education. I can now see myself earning my degree, something I thought was out of reach for me. The issues I thought would hinder me from being able to continue my education were financial difficulties and time. My coach was extremely helpful she helped me fill out my fafsa application so I was approved for financial aid and can earn my degree at a reasonable cost with no debt. With my work schedule I didn’t think school would be possible, but now I feel motivated and excited about the future.

Whitney S
Student

After high school, I made 4 attempts at getting a college degree and did not succeed. I originally had a passion for forensics and my career path shifted. Over time, while navigating through life, I did not have proper direction and counsel to reaching my aspirations. Now with Future Forward, I have a reliable source of support, encouragement, and motivation to endure the journey towards acquiring my associates degree. These days, I feel more confident, more organized, and more strategic in the direction my life is headed toward my career goals.

Aleena Durant
Student from Hartford

Future Forward CT is an amazing and convenient opportunity for me to go back to school and finish my degree. Been able to study online on my own pace and time is very convenient for a working person or someone in charge of a family. My oldest son has started college which motivated me go back to school too, to be able to obtain a better job and to show my children that it is never too late to finish your degree.

Maria Zuniga
AA Graduate from Hamden

Leading the way

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Felecia Edwards-Smith

Felecia is a lifelong educator and proud CT community leader.

Throughout her journey, she has served in a variety of capacities such as: college recruitment, access, retention, advising, and student success. Felecia is the proud daughter of Nancy, who decided to go back to college at the age of 40 to provide a better life and future for her family. Based on her personal and professional experience, Felecia has devoted  her career to helping others have access to equitable opportunity to achieve their greatest postsecondary aspirations regardless of race, zip code, or socioeconomic status.

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What makes us different

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common questions

What makes Future Forward CT different from other higher education opportunities?

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  • Model combines online college degrees from an accredited and non-profit University with in-person support aimed at helping students succeed. 
  • Each student is assigned a personal Coach
  • Coaches help you access resources and supports in your community: transportation, technology support, child care support, career development opportunities, etc.
  • Self-paced and low cost so you can earn a degree around your schedule with little to no student debt upon completion

Is Future Forward CT a University? Are Future Forward’s programs accredited?

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  • Future Forward CT is not a university. We partner with SNHU, an accredited university, to enable our students to earn associate and bachelor’s degrees. 
  • Southern New Hampshire University (or SNHU) is a private, nonprofit university established in 1932 and located in Manchester, New Hampshire.
  • Our university partner SNHU is regionally accredited. Regional accreditation is the highest form of accreditation, and credits earned through regionally accredited programs are the most likely to transfer.
  • Our students graduate from SNHU with an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree in their chosen field. 

What are the application requirements?

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To apply to one of SNHU’s degree programs, students must have a GED or high school diploma. 

I have college credits, can I transfer my credits?

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  • If you’ve earned 60 or more credits from an accredited institution — or if you’ve earned an accredited AA or AS — you will likely be eligible to begin your studies directly with SNHU’s BA program (skipping the AA and significantly reducing your time to degree). 
  • If you have under 60 transferable credits, you have the option to have a course-by-course evaluation, and may be eligible to transfer credits to the “associate’s degree track”.

How long does it take to earn my degree?

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  • On average, students can earn an associate degree in  9 to 12 months and a bachelor’s degree in 12 to 36 months.

How many projects (credits) do I need to graduate?

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  • 1 project is equivalent to 1 credit. Students must complete 60 projects to earn their AA and complete 60 more projects to earn their BA. 

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Tell us more about your goals, get an answer to any questions, and learn more about Future Forward CT. Schedule a call or request an application to get started.