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    Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management

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    Los Angeles, USMNLMHybrid2 years
    $98,768.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    40
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California is a 40-credit, 2-year, hybrid MNLM program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $98,768.

    About the program

    The program covers nonprofit sector theory, leadership and management including board governance, fundraising, financial management, and analytical skills such as economics and policy evaluation. It concludes with a capstone consulting project for a nonprofit organization.

    Focus: coursework
    3 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    May 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Official TOEFL/IELTS scores – Official scores must be received directly from the testing service and date no earlier than 2 years (24 months) prior to the start of your intended first term at USC. (Institution code: 4852)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Official TOEFL/IELTS scores – Official scores must be received directly from the testing service and date no earlier than 2 years (24 months) prior to the start of your intended first term at USC. (Institution code: 4852)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $26,462.00
    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 Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California is $98,768 across 40 required credits.
    Is Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California is structured around 2 years and 40 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 undergraduate GPA
    What work-permit options follow Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of Southern California: 12 months OPT (US)