At the Carsey School, we offer a range of opportunities for students interested in public service and social change. Students gain practical experience through internships, research, and community engagement. Our Master's Degrees in Community Development, Global Conflict & Human Security, Public Administration, and Public Policy offer a special mix of academic rigor and real-life expertise to prepare students for a career with impact. Carsey is a hub for aspiring leaders, emphasizing hands-on learning and collaboration across fields with a strong alumni and partner network.
We offer Accelerated Master's programs in Public Administration, Public Policy, and Global Conflict & Human Security to eligible UNH undergraduates. Students apply in their junior or senior year and begin taking graduate-level courses as a senior, earning up to 12 credits before finishing undergrad.
- Complete your master's in just 12 months
- Receive up to $10,380 in cost savings
- Application fee is waived
- Only 2 Letters of Recommendation required
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"My capstone was on doing a needs assessment of the Freedom Cafe organization here in Durham...It was nice to actually apply what I had learned in a, guided way," Madison Ferreri—GCHS Student
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"I can't even explain the feeling. I just know how proud my mom is, my dad, my grandmom, they just always send me texts—I'm so proud of you, just keep going. Just knowing that they're proud of me—I just can't explain the feeling, it's one of a kind," Nazim Derry—MCD Student
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"I would say I'm really glad that the Carsey School exists! To have a school, a dedicated school of public policy. I think that's really important," Matt Harris—MPA Student
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"Something that is really great about the policy program here, it's very unique in the way that, yes, you're taking core classes, but that doesn't mean you're binded to a strict set of curriculum. You really get to explore what you're passionate about," Kira Nolan—MPP Student
Public Service Master's Virtual Information Sessions
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We are proud to offer a range of tuition assistance including scholarships, education awards, fellowships, and other financial aid options.
Washington, D.C. Colloquium
Dive into the pinnacle of policy! The D.C. Colloquium offers students the opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the heart of American policymaking. This program provides an intensive and experiential learning experience by bringing students to engage with policy makers, practitioners, and experts in various fields.
Center for Impact Finance
Carsey's Center for Impact Finance (CIF) addresses issues surrounding impact finance as a tool to bring better, sustainable, solutions to societal challenges. CIF offers education, training, and mentoring to the next generation of community development practitioners, providing students the opportunity to dive into their passions.
Upcoming Events
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November512:00pm - 12:45pm, Join NH Listens for a 45-minute informative and interactive session aimed at sharing bite-sized tips and resources from our toolbox for community engagement and facilitation.The role of a facilitator in many spaces is to support the group in working with and moving through conflict, hold space for conflict resolution, and know when to intervene as a facilitator.
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November66:00pm - 6:15pm, Every Carsey master's degree culminates in a Capstone Project. This isn't just a paper; it's a chance to tackle a real issue for a community or organization of your choosing.The capstone is designed to bring together everything you've learned into a project that's immediately useful in the real world. Many students showcase their capstone to employers or even get hired by the organizations they partner with. Join us online next week for a 15-minute live Q&A to dive deep...
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November712:00pm - 12:15pm, Every Carsey master's degree culminates in a Capstone Project. This isn't just a paper; it's a chance to tackle a real issue for a community or organization of your choosing.The capstone is designed to bring together everything you've learned into a project that's immediately useful in the real world. Many students showcase their capstone to employers or even get hired by the organizations they partner with. Join us online next week for a 15-minute live Q&A to dive dee...
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November128:00am - 9:00am, Join us for a conversation with Nicole Heimarck and Alex Tilsley from Reaching Higher NH, a nonpartisan policy and research organization focused on public education. The discussion will explore key issues shaping K-12 education across the state, including what's new in policy, funding, and the issues that impact our students and families most. We'll also take an early look ahead at the upcoming 2026 legislative session.
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November1212:00pm - 2:30pm, New Hampshire Listens' Online Advanced Facilitator Training focuses on those difficult moments where people are in dialogue across significant differences. Many people are often trained to remain "neutral" when serving as facilitators for public engagement and community dialogues. However, that doesn't mean facilitators should remain passive in the face of misunderstandings and harmful dynamics. We focus on self-reflection, centering equity, and building confidence to addres...
