Graduate Programs in Education and Social Policy
Our master’s degrees and graduate certificates in education and social policy equip you with the practical skills and theoretical expertise to strengthen your professional impact and create a better world.
Education and Social Policy Master’s Degrees: Why Merrimack College?
Whether you’re seeking a master’s degree in Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Community Engagement, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Higher Education, School Counseling, or Social Work (MSW), our graduate programs are known for:
Innovative faculty.
You’ll work closely with pioneering researchers and practitioners, including many who’ve gained national recognition. Our classes encourage strong one-on-one relationships with professors, who support you academically and professionally.
Exceptional hands-on training.
Our master’s degree programs offer career-building nine-month fellowships that include full tuition. Whether or not you receive a fellowship, our programs enable you to conduct research and gain workplace experience that helps you stand out in the job market and on the job.
Deep community engagement.
Merrimack College’s longstanding partnerships enable you to interact directly with school districts, social service organizations, law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders. You’ll have the opportunity for hands-on experiences while you’re completing your graduate studies.
Ongoing career development.
Our graduate programs support students at every career stage, from recent college graduates to established professionals. Whether you’re seeking to earn a license, qualify for a promotion or simply deepen your skill set, our graduate certificates and master’s degrees can make you a more marketable, more effective employee.
Convenience, flexibility and affordability.
Merrimack designed its programs to serve working adults who are balancing graduate education with full-time employment, as well as full-time graduate students. Courses are available online in-person, and most graduate classes are scheduled for evening hours. We also offer reasonable tuition, scholarship opportunities and fellowships, making our programs both accessible and affordable.
Explore Our Graduate Programs in Education and Social Policy
The School of Education and Social Policy offers a broad range of graduate programs. In the field of education, our master’s degrees and graduate certificates include:
Campus-Based Programs
Online Programs
We also offer the following social policy and social work graduate programs:
The School of Education and Social Policy attracts students from across the United States and from across thee globe. You’ll belong to a vibrant community that is committed to engaging all learners.
Careers in Education and Social Policy
Merrimack’s graduate programs in education and social policy equip you to take the next step in your career.
Graduates of our master’s degree and certificate programs have an outstanding record of professional achievement, with excellent success rates in licensing exams and job placement. These outcomes reflect not only the high quality of Merrimack’s programs, but also the thriving job market within New England in K-12 education, higher education, nonprofits, social service and criminal justice and criminology.
Scholarships and Fellowships
Learn how our full- and half-tuition fellowships and generous scholarships create affordable degrees in education and social policy.
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