Overview

Designed for motivated working professionals, the online Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership and Management program helps current and future nonprofit leaders build the practical skills needed to make a lasting impact.

Key Features

The nonprofit sector is the third largest employer in the U.S., with one in 10 people employed by a nonprofit organization. As such, there is an abundant need for committed individuals to lead these organizations in working to positively impact their communities. The online Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership and Management serves as timely and practical preparation for those committed to measurable, sustainable social change. Degree candidates build upon a foundation of nonprofit experience to hone their skills in executive leadership, advanced management practices, governance, program development, evaluation, fundraising and philanthropy. University of San Diego Coursework is informed by real-time developments in the nonprofit world, delivered by faculty with hands-on experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communications
Political Science
Public Health
Fundraising

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-03 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For details on specific requirements needed for admission, please connect with an Enrollment Advisor.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. An official transcript is required.
Candidates with a GPA under 2.75 may be asked to have an interview with the program director, depending on experience.
International students hailing from non-English speaking countries will require a TOEFL score of 83 or higher.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15840 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15840 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15840 USD / year

≈ 15840 USD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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