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The IU Online Master of Arts in Philanthropic Studies--from the world's first school of philanthropy--is a gateway to understanding the social, cultural, political, and economic roles played by philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, and facilitates broad understanding that prepares graduates for leadership practice within the nonprofit sector. Students gain experience in understanding and applying cutting-edge research and develop critical thinking skills about the complex issues confronting the nonprofit sector. As a student in the program, you explore such topics as the nonprofit and voluntary sectors, civil society and philanthropy, history of American philanthropy, and ethics and values of philanthropy. You also complete an internship in philanthropic studies. A Part-Time option is available for this program.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
The IU Online Master of Arts in Philanthropic Studies--from the world's first school of philanthropy--is a gateway to understanding the social, cultural, political, and economic roles played by philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, and facilitates broad understanding that prepares graduates for leadership practice within the nonprofit sector. Students gain experience in understanding and applying cutting-edge research and develop critical thinking skills about the complex issues confronting the nonprofit sector. As a student in the program, you explore such topics as the nonprofit and voluntary sectors, civil society and philanthropy, history of American philanthropy, and ethics and values of philanthropy. You also complete an internship in philanthropic studies. A Part-Time option is available for this program.
Admission Requirements
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A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required with a minimum 3.0 overall grade point average (on a scale of 4.0), and a minimum 3.0 average in your major field. Applicants with a grade point average below 3.0 may still be considered for admission based on the strength of the other portions of the application. GRE scores from the last five years required. (Typical GRE verbal score of 150 or better, a quantitative score of 145 or better, and an analytical writing score of 4.0 or better)
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Domestic
13,635 USD
International
37,296 USD
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Philanthropic Studies, MA
Bloomington Campus, Bloomington, United States
# 101-150QS Subject Rankings
37,296 USDTuition Fee/year
SociologyMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Admission Requirements
Domestic
International
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