Graduate Programs

Study what matters. Lead where it counts.

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers graduate programs for individuals seeking to deepen their expertise, advance their careers, prepare for doctoral study, and address complex challenges through research, communication, and public engagement. Whether you are pursuing graduate education to strengthen your professional credentials, transition into a new field, or contribute to scholarship and public service, our programs provide a rigorous, student-centered academic experience.

Graduate offerings include Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Master of Science (M.S.), Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), and graduate certificate programs across the humanities, social sciences, and public affairs. Through close faculty mentorship, engaged scholarship, and opportunities for applied learning, students develop the analytical, research, and communication skills needed to lead within their professions, inform public discourse, and make a meaningful impact in their communities.

Master of Arts

The Master of Arts (M.A.) programs foster advanced scholarship, critical inquiry, and effective communication across the humanities and social sciences. Designed for students seeking professional advancement, intellectual enrichment, or preparation for doctoral study, these programs emphasize research, analytical thinking, and close collaboration with accomplished faculty, equipping graduates to lead, teach, and contribute meaningfully within their professions and communities.

Master of Fine Arts

The Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing is a terminal degree designed for writers seeking to refine their craft through intensive study, mentorship, and sustained creative practice. Combining rigorous workshop experiences with the study of literature and the writing process, the program prepares students to develop original work, engage thoughtfully with the literary community, and pursue careers in writing, publishing, education, and the arts.

Master of Science

The Master of Science (M.S.) programs provide advanced, interdisciplinary education that prepares students to address complex challenges through research, critical thinking, and applied practice. Designed for individuals seeking professional advancement, specialized expertise, or preparation for doctoral study, these programs combine rigorous academic coursework with experiential learning to equip graduates for meaningful careers across healthcare, environmental, nonprofit, government, and related fields.

Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) prepares current and aspiring public service professionals to lead organizations, develop effective public policy, and address complex challenges facing communities. Through a curriculum grounded in leadership, management, budgeting, ethics, and policy analysis, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to advance careers across government, nonprofit organizations, and the public sector.

Concurrent Degree: M.P.A. and M.S. in Environmental and Sustainability Studies

The Concurrent Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) and Master of Science (M.S.) in Environmental and Sustainability Studies allows students to earn two complementary graduate degrees through a coordinated course of study. Designed for individuals interested in the intersection of environmental sustainability, public policy, and organizational leadership, the program prepares graduates to address complex environmental challenges through effective governance, strategic planning, and evidence-based decision-making across the public, nonprofit, and private sectors.

Public Administration (M.P.A.) / Environmental and Sustainability Studies (M.S.)

Certificate Programs

Graduate certificate programs provide focused, graduate-level study for professionals seeking to expand their expertise, develop specialized skills, or explore new areas of interest without pursuing a full degree. Designed with flexibility in mind, these programs offer practical, career-focused learning that can enhance professional credentials and support advancement across a variety of industries and sectors.