The Carsey School of Public Policy's graduate programs offer a special mix of academic rigor and real-life expertise to prepare you for a career with impact. You will graduate with the knowledge, experience, and leadership skills required to succeed in careers in government and nonprofit organizations.
Gain the Skills to Make a Difference in Your Community
As a highly engaged member of your community, you want to see real-time change on the ground. Our Master in Community Development (MCD) will equip you for a myriad of careers and jobs while preparing you through real-world training and connecting you to community-based partners. You'll learn the basis of community engagement and establish a foundation in sustainable and effective community development practices while learning to apply these skills across different sectros, including housing, health, finance, business development and more.
Available fully online, this program's flexible start schedule allows you to start in the fall or spring and earn your degree in just 14 months while working
Available fully online, this program's flexible start schedule allows you to start in the fall or spring and earn your degree in just 14 months while working
Grow your professional network, connecting with respected experts across all disciplines and continents
Grow your professional network, connecting with respected experts across all disciplines and continents
Apply coursework during a four-term capstone project in your community while building a professional network
Apply coursework during a four-term capstone project in your community while building a professional network
Funding Your MCD Degree
Through fellowships, education awards in partnership with distinguished public service organizations and tuition scholarships from the Carsey School, we make your education affordable.
