Earn an MS in Nonprofit Leadership
The world deserves better leadership. Why not start with you?
Advance your career and take charge as a leader in the nonprofit sector.
Get access to the power of an Ivy League education and a world-class network, from anywhere – with the online or on-campus Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership (NPL) at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2).
- Join a global Ivy League network.
- Learn from top researchers & experienced practitioners.
- Elevate your career through hands-on mentoring with sector leaders.
Get the Facts
Full-time (10 months) or part-time (2.5 years)
Flexible online, on-campus, or hybrid modality
GRE not required
Scholarships available
Who should apply?
Nonprofit professionals preparing for leadership
Social entrepreneurs
Professionals looking to shift careers
Build the Skills & Knowledge You Need
Choose the courses that work for you:
- Volunteer Management
- Leadership
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Nonprofit Governance
- Philanthropy & Fundraising
- Finance
- Ethics
- Branding & Marketing
- Program Evaluation
- and more.
Important Dates
Early application deadline: December 15th
Regular application deadline: January 15th
Program start: August
Maximize Your Experience
While you master nonprofit leadership, consider pursuing one of seven dual degrees or three certificate programs in health, education, social work, social policy, law, LGBTQ, or environmental studies.