Overview

Humanitarian Studies from Fordham University is uniquely focused on the theory and practice of humanitarian relief, and is centered on equipping you with a wide range of skills and competencies necessary for a dynamic career in the sector.

Quick Facts:

With the unprecedented rise globally of conflict-induced and climate-induced disasters, the need to ensure collective, effective responses to humanitarian crises that meet the needs of disaster-affected communities has never been more pressing. Addressing the multidimensional challenges of humanitarian action requires well-trained professionals who possess multi-sector knowledge, cultural understanding, and practical skillsets.
You will be challenged to examine critically the political, social, economic, and legal foundations of the contemporary humanitarian sector, and to master various techniques to engaging holistic and sustainable responses to protracted and rapid onset humanitarian crises.
The MSHS program is designed for individuals intending to build career in humanitarian action. Whether in development, finance, policy coordination, advocacy, strategic communications, program/project management, logistics, or other areas of expertise, MSHS graduates will be exceptionally-equipped to contribute their skill sets and knowledge to humanitarian non governmental or intergovernmental organizations, government agencies, foundations, think tanks, or within the private sector

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Humanitarian Action
Contemporary Issues in Humanitarian Action
Information Management
Humanitarian Resource Management and Administration
Monitoring and Evaluation in Humanitarian Response
Forced Migration: The Humanitarian Challenge of the Decade

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-03 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

International Relations Emergency & Disaster Management Political Science View 101 other Masters in Emergency & Disaster Management in United States

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Academic requirements

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates for the M.S. in Humanitarian Studies are expected to have a 3.0 or higher undergraduate GPA based on a 4.0 scale.
Official degree transcripts
Resume/CV: (submit via the online application)
Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores: optional
Statement of intent: (up to 500 words, submitted electronically, via the online application)
Writing sample: (5 - 20 pages, submitted electronically, via the online application)
Three letters of recommendation (two of which must be academic): Submitted directly via the online application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

40512 USD / year

≈ 40512 USD / year
Out-of-State

40512 USD / year

≈ 40512 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40512 USD / year

≈ 40512 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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