Overview

At the University of Northern Iowa we offer a master degree in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development. Designed for both recent graduates and professionals currently employed in philanthropy and nonprofit settings with 2-5 years of experience, this interdisciplinary program is designed to develop professional’s skills and knowledge in the fundraising and nonprofit sectors and further their understanding of ethical policy and legal issues as they relate to philanthropy and nonprofit development.

The Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential, the only national nonprofit credential preparing students for leadership in the nonprofit sector, is offered to all graduates.

Guided By Faculty Who Are At The Forefront Of Innovation

During your academic career, faculty mentors will provide you multiple opportunities to engage in scholarship experiences. You will be guided by faculty who are at the forefront of innovation in their areas of research and scholarship.

Ultimately, you will complete a culminating project that may be a traditional research study, a creative project, an action research project in public schools, or a capstone project. When you graduate, you will be able to transfer your on-campus scholarship and academic research to enhance the community.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development: An Overview

Fundraising and Grant Seeking for Nonprofit Agencies

Evaluation, Research and Accountability

Studies in Applied Research Methods

Psychology, Law and Philanthropy

Strategic Management of Human Resources

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Psychology Liberal Arts View 108 other Masters in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed online application form

A non-refundable application fee of $75

Educational transcripts from Bachelor's degree

Proof of English proficiency

Letters of reference or a reference form

The GMAT is required to enter the MBA or the MAcc program

The GRE is required for some programs

A copy of the personal data page of your passport

Tuition Fee

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International

35460 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1182 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

35460 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1182 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

16740 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 558 USD per credit during 12 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development.

Available Scholarships

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