Overview

About the Program

Featured on CNN Money, the interdisciplinary Diversity and Inclusion Leadership program of Tufts University prepares students for careers in a variety of industries and professional sectors.

The master’s program is available either as a full-time program or in a part-time format designed for working professionals. This hybrid program features both courses held in-person and online (synchronous).

To be an effective leader in diversity, equity and inclusion, you must understand the social contexts and psychological processes that result in implicit bias, discrimination, and marginalization. In this program, you will learn the scholarly theories and practical tools to implement institutional changes that promote diversity and foster inclusivity.

You will join students from a variety of backgrounds and scholarly fields, all united in their desire to explore diversity in interdisciplinary contexts. Upon completion of the Diversity and Inclusion Leadership master’s program, you will be capable of:

Engaging in organizational observation using appropriate methods

Implementing necessary changes to enhance equality and prevent marginalization

Prioritizing these changes based on the culture and needs of the organization

Designing and evaluating programs to enact these changes

Leading organizations through sustainable transformation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Histories of U.S. Education

Anthropology and Sociology of the School

Program Evaluation

Negotiations & Conflict Resolution

Quantitative Reasoning

Teaching for Democracy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Fall Part-time Track for Working Professionals: August 1

Spring Part-time Track for Working Professionals: December 31

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application fee

Resume/CV

Personal statement

GRE scores are not required

Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test, if applicable

Transcripts

Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fee

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International

26220 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1748 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

26220 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1748 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

26220 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1748 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Medford

1458 - 3019 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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