We are proud to partner with a select number of distinguished organizations,
enabling students to build upon their valued experiences by furthering their public service education and expanding their impact.
For Details and Questions About These Partnership Programs, Please Email Jordan Hensley.
Funding Opportunities by Academic Program
| MCD Eligible Education Awards | Award Amount | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| AmeriCorps Segal Education Award Match |
up to $6,095 |
Offered to AmeriCorps Alumni |
| City of Concord, NH | up to $5,000 | Initial Carsey scholarship of $2,000; if City of Concord matches this amount, Carsey contributes another $1,000. |
| City Year | up to $7,000 |
Based upon years of service. |
| Semester in the City Education Award Semester in the City program alumni |
$5,000 | For students who have completed the Semester in the City program. Once enrolled in a Carsey School master's program, students must maintain a 3.2 GPA or higher. |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) |
up to $5,000 and $3,500 per calendar year from LISC |
Eligible LISC employees |
| NeighborWorks | up to $2,500 | Employees and board members of NeighborWorks and NeighborWorks member organizations. |
| Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) |
up to $2,500 | Eligible employees and board members of OFN and member CDFIs |
| Peace Corps Coverdell Fellows | $8,000 | Offered to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) and based upon proof of RPCV status. |
| MCD Graduate Credits | Award Amount | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| National Development Council (NDC) |
up to 6 Graduate Credits (2 graduate courses) equivalent to $3,900 |
Must show proof of earned |
| NeighborWorks | up to 6 Graduate Credits (2 graduate courses) equivalent to $3,900 |
Must show proof of |
For details and questions about these partnership programs, please email Jordan Hensley.
| MPP Eligible Education Awards | Award Amount | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| AmeriCorps Segal Education Award Match |
up to $6,095 |
Offered to AmeriCorps Alumni |
| City of Concord, NH | up to $5,000 | Initial Carsey scholarship of $2,000; if City of Concord matches this amount, Carsey contributes another $1,000. |
| City Year | up to $7,000 |
Based upon years of service. |
| Semester in the City Education Award Semester in the City program alumni |
$5,000 | For students who have completed the Semester in the City program. Once enrolled in a Carsey School master's program, students must maintain a 3.2 GPA or higher. |
| Peace Corps Coverdell Fellows | $8,000 | Offered to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) and based upon proof of RPCV status. |
For details and questions about these partnership programs, please email Jordan Hensley.
| MPA Eligible Education Awards | Award Amount | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| AmeriCorps Segal Education Award Match |
up to $6,095 |
Offered to AmeriCorps Alumni |
| City of Concord, NH | up to $5,000 | Initial Carsey scholarship of $2,000; if City of Concord matches this amount, Carsey contributes another $1,000. |
| City Year | up to $7,000 |
Based upon years of service. |
| Semester in the City Education Award Semester in the City program alumni |
$5,000 | For students who have completed the Semester in the City program. Once enrolled in a Carsey School master's program, students must maintain a 3.2 GPA or higher. |
| Peace Corps Coverdell Fellows | $8,000 | Offered to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) and based upon proof of RPCV status. |
For details and questions about these partnership programs, please email Jordan Hensley.
Funding Opportunities by Partners
AmeriCorps Alumni are eligible to receive up to one full-time Segal AmeriCorps Education Award match to pursue a public service graduate degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy. When combined with the AmeriCorps award, this can represent up to a 50% reduction in total tuition costs. In addition to the education award, the $65 application fee is waived for AmeriCorps applicants. The amount of the AmeriCorps Education Award and Carsey’s dollar-for-dollar match amount depends on the total hours of service.
Visit our Segal AmeriCorps Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
City of Concord employees may be eligible for up to $5,000 in total education awards to pursue a public service graduate degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Visit our City of Concord Employee Award Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
City Year Corps Members and Staff may be eligible for up to a $7,000 education award representing over 25% of the total tuition costs. In addition to the education award, the $65 application fee is waived for City Year applicants. The precise amount of the scholarship awarded is based upon years of service.
Visit our Segal City Year Award Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
Employees of Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) may be eligible for up to $5,000 in total education awards from the Carsey School of Public Policy to pursue our Master in Community Development degree. Eligible employees may also qualify for up to $3,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year from LISC when enrolled in the Master in Community Development program at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Applicable for Community Development Students Only.
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
The Carsey/NDC Graduate Credit Award Program expands the educational and credentialing opportunities for those that serve the economic and housing development fields across the country. Students who have earned a National Development Council (NDC) Professional Certification may be eligible to receive up to 6 graduate-level credits (2 courses) when enrolled in the Master in Community Development program at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Students accepted or enrolled in the Master in Community Development program are also eligible to receive a reduced rate on NDC courses when pursuing a Professional Certification.
Applicable for Community Development Students Only.
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
The Carsey/NeighborWorks Alliance Program expands the educational and credentialing opportunities for those that serve the affordable housing and community development fields across the country by offering two award programs:
- Carsey/NeighborWorks Education Award: Employees and board members of NeighborWorks and NeighborWorks member organizations may be eligible for up to a total $2,500 Education Award to pursue a Master in Community Development degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
- Carsey/NeighborWorks Graduate Credit Award: Students that have earned a NeighborWorks Professional Certificate may be eligible to receive up to 6 graduate-level credits (2 courses) when enrolled in the Master in Community Development program at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Students may also qualify for additional NeighborWorks course tuition discounts from NeighborWorks when enrolled in their NTI programs, eLearning, and eClassroom Express Classes. NeighborWorks employees are also eligible to receive tuition reimbursement from NeighborWorks America for courses taken in the Master in Community Development program.
Applicable for Community Development Students Only.
Visit our NeighborWorks Alliance Award Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
Employees and board members of Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) and OFN Member CDFIs may be eligible for a $2,500 education award to pursue a Master in Community Development degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy.
Applicable for Community Development Students Only.
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who enroll via the Coverdell Fellows program are eligible to receive an $8,000 education award. This represents about 30% of total tuition costs to pursue a master’s degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy in: Community Development, Public Administration, or Public Policy.
Visit our Coverdell Fellows-Peace Corps Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
Join a cohort of college students eager to grow and make an impact. Semester in the City provides a high-quality internship, an affordable apartment in Boston, and a full semester of credit.
College For Social Innovation (CFSI) students who have successfully completed the Semester in the City program are eligible to receive a $5,000 Education Award to pursue a master’s degree at the Carsey School of Public Policy in: Community Development (MCD), Public Administration (MPA), or Public Policy (MPP). Additionally, any student who has completed the Semester in the City program and is pursuing the MPP program is eligible to have their internship requirement waived.
UNH undergraduates enrolled in the MPA or MPP Accelerated Master’s program who have completed their CFSI Semester in the City program are also eligible for this Education Award.
Visit our Semester in the City Award Webpage
For details and questions about this partnership program, please email Jordan Hensley.
Degree Programs
Master in Community Development (MCD): Learn from experts from every college across the University of New Hampshire—from economics and public health to organizational management and policy analysis. This unique program meets briefly on our Durham campus in June and is followed by online learning fall through spring, during which you'll carry out a yearlong capstone project in a community you care about. Hear what our students say about this innovative project, which enables you to work while earning your degree in just 14 months. Learn more
Master in Public Policy (MPP): Learn the strategic practice of public policy and hone the skills that today’s policy professionals need to succeed—analytical expertise, clear and compelling communications, and the tools of leadership. Highlights include a colloquium in Washington, D.C., internship, and capstone project. Learn more
Master of Public Administration (MPA): Ideal for working professionals, our MPA degree provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance the quality of professional management to the public and nonprofit communities in New England. Courses are offered in the evenings at our Manchester, NH, campus and online—enabling you to continue working while earning your degree in as little as 16 months. Learn more
