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    Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP)

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    Philadelphia, USMAPPHybrid1 year
    $75,070.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    50
    Cohort
    students
    90
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania is a 90-credit, 1-year, hybrid MAPP program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $75,070.

    About the program

    The program covers the history, theory, research methods, and applications of positive psychology in individuals, organizations, and communities, including positive interventions, well-being perspectives, and a capstone project applying learned concepts.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE test scores, if applicable - If you graduated college with your undergraduate degree after the spring semester of 2023, the GRE is required.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 (no subscore below 23, listening/speaking score of 26+)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0 (writing 7.0 or higher, no other subscore below 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $24,384.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania is $75,070 across 90 required credits.
    Is Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania online or in-person?
    Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania take to complete?
    Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania is structured around 1 year and 90 credits.
    How large is the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania cohort?
    Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania typically enrolls around 50 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at University of Pennsylvania: 12 months OPT (US)