WHAT IS AN M.A. IN ADVOCACY AND SOCIAL POLICY?
LEAD WITH PURPOSE
The Master of Arts in Advocacy and Social Policy is designed to prepare graduate students to become effective advocates and leaders at the intersection of social policy, advocacy and community-driven change. This interdisciplinary program combines theoretical foundations with practical skills, enabling participants to effectively address complex social issues, influence policy decisions and lead impactful advocacy campaigns. Through a combination of core courses, electives and hands-on experiences, students will gain a deep understanding of how to drive social change within communities, nonprofits, governmental organizations and other policy-making arenas.
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#11Most Innovative Schools— U.S. News & World Report
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9:1Student to faculty ratio
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Learn more about the program by attending a virtual presentation and Q&A session.
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Shaniece Criss
Jocelyn Boulware Bruce
Franklin Ellis
Kylie Fisher
David Gandolfo
Brandon Inabinet
Veena Khandke
Lisa Knight
Camille Lewis
Paul Thomas
Judith Williams
FAQs
The M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy prepares graduates to drive social change, influence policy and lead community change. Career opportunities include roles in nonprofit leadership, advocacy and policy, government, community organizing and fundraising.
According to indeed.com, the average salary range of an advocacy program director is $105,000–$123,000.
You can pursue your passion at a pace that works for you—two years or part-time.
Learn about the goals, outcomes and details of the M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy with a virtual presentation and Q&A. Virtual information sessions are hosted monthly and last approximately 30–45 minutes. Learn more about upcoming dates.
Apply today by visiting our Begin Your Application page.
$785 per credit, or $28,260 total.
Furman University is honored to be an AmeriCorps School of National Service, offering a tuition match for the amount of the Segal Education Award, split across the student’s semesters of enrollment in the M.A. in Advocacy and Social Policy program.
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Click the link below to request more information about our program. If you have additional questions, please contact our graduate admissions counselor.
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