Advance with an MA in Social, Nonprofit & Public Leadership
Drive change where it matters most. Baylor’s online MA in Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership prepares you with the knowledge and values needed to make an impact in nonprofits, public service and beyond.
This nonprofit management master’s online program is fast, flexible and designed for working professionals who want to grow without putting life on hold. Choose from pathways such as:
- Nonprofit Leadership – Organizational and management expertise to lead effectively.
- Public Policy and Social Change – Influence decision-making in government and NGOs.
- Faith and Social Impact – Explore how values shape leadership and service.
- Professional Certificates – Shorter, online credentials with immediate ROI.
Earn your master’s degree in nonprofit management in as little as 12 months – or choose a certificate pathway to sharpen your skills and advance your career.
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Learn on Your Schedule
The MA in Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership is built for working professionals. Choose a full-time pathway to finish in 12 months, a part-time pathway that spans two years or a two-semester professional certificate for immediate skill development – all online.
Our curriculum builds expertise across today’s most critical areas of nonprofit and public leadership:
- Faith and social change – Explore the role of values and religious identity in systemic impact.
- Organizational leadership – Master fundraising, grant writing and nonprofit management.
- Policy and poverty solutions – Analyze food security and domestic policy with experts at Baylor’s Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty.
- Data and program evaluation – Apply analytics and evidence-based strategies to improve real-world outcomes.
- Immersive experiences – Connect with leaders at nonprofits, government agencies and institutions like the USDA and the UN World Food Programme.
Through a blend of online courses and hands-on learning, you’ll graduate prepared to analyze systems, drive change and lead mission-driven organizations with confidence.
Sample Schedule Explore Our CurriculumSocial, Nonprofit and Public Leadership Program Information
Application Requirements
Getting started is simple. The application is designed to highlight your strengths as a future leader.
You’ll need to submit:
- Official transcripts from prior colleges or universities.
- A current resume that reflects your professional and service experience.
- Letters of recommendation that speak to your potential for leadership.
These materials ensure we understand your story – your education, experience and drive to make a difference. Our admissions team will support you every step of the way.
Tuition and Financial Assistance
The Garland School ranks among the most affordable nonprofit management graduate programs in the country.
Ways Baylor helps you fund your future:
- Departmental aid of up to 10% or more based on program, priority deadline and academic requirements.
- Personalized financial support to help you plan with confidence.
- Additional savings through application fee waivers when you attend a Baylor webinar.
Your investment today pays off in career advancement, new leadership opportunities and the chance to make lasting impact.
Learn from World-Class Faculty
Our nonprofit leadership faculty are recognized for both scholarship and service, blending cutting-edge research with practical expertise in social work, nonprofit management and public leadership.
Your experience will include:
- Direct access to professors who are leaders in their fields.
- Opportunities to engage with the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty.
- Faculty committed to character-driven leadership and student success.
With their guidance, you’ll graduate equipped to lead with knowledge, vision and compassion.
A World Without Hunger Is Possible
The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty takes a collective impact approach to ending hunger – pioneering research, testing innovative models and scaling solutions with partners across the globe. The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty envisions a world without hunger, and through collaboration, this vision can become reality.
What sets the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty apart:
- Public service and innovation – bold solutions that respect the dignity of every person.
- Research and education – turning practice into policy and policy into practice.
- Strategic partnerships – connecting nonprofits, government and business to drive change.
- Global reach – work with leaders from the USDA, UN World Food Programme and beyond.
Students in the program learn directly from experts and gain access to this global network. For alumna Mary Herbert, that mission was deeply personal:
“Because I have been given much, I too shall give.” Her life of service reminds us that addressing hunger is about more than food – it’s about love, dignity and community.
Through Baylor, you’ll join that same movement – equipped with the skills and vision to create a more just, hunger-free world.
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Let us know how best to get in touch so we can share more about how we can help you achieve your career goals.
Thanks for Your Interest in the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University!
We’ll be in touch with more information soon. In the meantime, learn more about us and how we can help you reach your goals. Or if you’re ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply today!
Learn on Your Schedule
The MA in Social, Nonprofit and Public Leadership is built for working professionals. Choose a full-time pathway to finish in 12 months, a part-time pathway that spans two years or a two-semester professional certificate for immediate skill development – all online.
Our curriculum builds expertise across today’s most critical areas of nonprofit and public leadership:
- Faith and social change – Explore the role of values and religious identity in systemic impact.
- Organizational leadership – Master fundraising, grant writing and nonprofit management.
- Policy and poverty solutions – Analyze food security and domestic policy with experts at Baylor’s Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty.
- Data and program evaluation – Apply analytics and evidence-based strategies to improve real-world outcomes.
- Immersive experiences – Connect with leaders at nonprofits, government agencies and institutions like the USDA and the UN World Food Programme.
Through a blend of online courses and hands-on learning, you’ll graduate prepared to analyze systems, drive change and lead mission-driven organizations with confidence.
Sample Schedule Explore Our CurriculumSocial, Nonprofit and Public Leadership Program Information
Application Requirements
Getting started is simple. The application is designed to highlight your strengths as a future leader.
You’ll need to submit:
- Official transcripts from prior colleges or universities.
- A current resume that reflects your professional and service experience.
- Letters of recommendation that speak to your potential for leadership.
These materials ensure we understand your story – your education, experience and drive to make a difference. Our admissions team will support you every step of the way.
How to ApplyTuition and Financial Assistance
The Garland School ranks among the most affordable nonprofit management graduate programs in the country.
Ways Baylor helps you fund your future:
- Departmental aid of up to 10% or more based on program, priority deadline and academic requirements.
- Personalized financial support to help you plan with confidence.
- Additional savings through application fee waivers when you attend a Baylor webinar.
Your investment today pays off in career advancement, new leadership opportunities and the chance to make lasting impact.
Cost and AidLearn from World-Class Faculty
Our nonprofit leadership faculty are recognized for both scholarship and service, blending cutting-edge research with practical expertise in social work, nonprofit management and public leadership.
Your experience will include:
- Direct access to professors who are leaders in their fields.
- Opportunities to engage with the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty.
- Faculty committed to character-driven leadership and student success.
With their guidance, you’ll graduate equipped to lead with knowledge, vision and compassion.
Meet Your FacultyA World Without Hunger Is Possible
The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty takes a collective impact approach to ending hunger – pioneering research, testing innovative models and scaling solutions with partners across the globe. The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty envisions a world without hunger, and through collaboration, this vision can become reality.
What sets The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty apart:
- Public service and innovation – bold solutions that respect the dignity of every person.
- Research and education – turning practice into policy and policy into practice.
- Strategic partnerships – connecting nonprofits, government and business to drive change.
- Global reach – work with leaders from the USDA, UN World Food Programme and beyond.
Students in the program learn directly from experts and gain access to this global network. For alumna Mary Herbert, that mission was deeply personal:
“Because I have been given much, I too shall give.” Her life of service reminds us that addressing hunger is about more than food – it’s about love, dignity and community.
Through Baylor, you’ll join that same movement – equipped with the skills and vision to create a more just, hunger-free world.
Meet the CollaborativeApply to Baylor Today!
Apply now and you’ll enjoy these perks:
- Personalized support from your dedicated admissions specialist
- Application fee waiver when you attend one of our webinars
- Departmental aid of 10% or more based on program, priority deadline and academic requirements
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