Graduate Programs in Peace Studies: 1) Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies (Notre Dame, IN) -Master s in Conflict Analysis and Transformation -The Kroc Institute's master's degree prepares students for careers in public policy, political change, organizational management and conflict analysis and transformation. Peace studies draws on political science, history, sociology, law, anthropology, psychology, philosophy, theology, and other disciplines to address the world's greatest challenges and shape the future of humanity and the planet. -Tuition: Thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Joan B. Kroc, the Kroc Institute offers students who are accepted into the master's program a full scholarship and a stipend for housing and living expenses. - http://kroc.nd.edu/ 2) Boston University (Boston, MA) -MTS (Master s of Theological Studies) with a specialization on Religion and Conflict Transformation -The purpose of the Boston University School of Theology is to pursue knowledge of God, to cultivate leaders for communities of faith, to enrich the academy, and to seek peace with justice in a diverse and interconnected world. Religious leaders, following the principles and mandates of peacebuilding in their religious traditions, can be and will be significant resources for peacebuilding in this world, if conflict transformation and the ministry of reconciliation is put at the center of their theological education. -Tuition: The cost of the School of Theology s tuition is less than half the cost of attending Boston University at the undergraduate level. We allocate the financial aid funds offered by the University, the United Methodist Church, and individual donors as widely as possible to benefit the most students. - www.bu.edu/sth 3) Stanford University (Stanford, CA) -Master s Degree in Public Policy with a concentration in Poverty and Inequality -The core MPP courses taken in the second year at Stanford University cover such topics as economics, benefit-cost analysis, organizations, econometrics, cognitive psychology, law and economics, and political philosophy. -Tuition: $13,350 -Three awards of $2,000 will be awarded each academic year. - www.stanford.edu/group/scspi/prog_masters.html
4) University of Vermont (Burlington, VT) -Master s in Community Development and Applied Economics -CDAE's master of science degree focuses on community development both locally and globally. The hallmark of this program is its transdisciplinarity and flexibility. Student research and theses are in diverse areas including food systems, sustainable development, transportation, and consumer information and behavior both in the US and abroad. Courses include: -Tuition: $16,836 -Graduate assistantships, research assistantships, and teaching assistantships available for select graduate students per year. - www.uvm.edu/cdae/ 5) University of North Carolina at Greensboro (Greensboro, NC) -Master s in Conflict and Peace Studies -Conflict and Peace Studies at UNCG is dedicated to providing high quality, professional training in multiple conflict intervention and prevention skills such as mediation, negotiation, facilitation, restorative practices, violence prevention, anti-bullying initiatives, and collaborative problem solving. -Tuition: $9,042.75 - http://conflictstudies.uncg.edu/site/ 6) Portland State University (Portland, OR) -Master s in Conflict Resolution - The Conflict Resolution Graduate Program offers either a Master of Arts or Master of Sciences degree. Both degrees draw from and contribute to theories and insights in the field, as well as preparing students for professional work. -Tuition: $6, 936 -Graduate Assistantships available that provide both a tuition remission and a salary. - www.conflictresolution.pdx.edu/ 7) Fresno Pacific University (Fresno, CA) -Master s in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies -The program is rooted firmly in Christian values and thought that emphasize justice and right relationships as represented in the ancient and holistic ideal of shalom. -Tuition: $10,248 -Part-time paid assistantships are available. -FPU will match 2:1 the amount provided by your church up to $500 per semester for churches belonging to the Pacific District of Mennonite Brethren Churches. FPU will match 1:1 up to $250 per semester for churches not belonging to the Pacific District. - http://peace.fresno.edu/
8) University of San Diego: Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice -Master of Art s in Peace and Justice Studies -The Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Studies is an interdisciplinary program at the intersection of conflict analysis and resolution, human rights, development and human security. Tuition: All students accepted into the Peace and Justice Studies Program are eligible to be considered for the Gandhi Fellowships and the Joan B. Kroc Scholarships in Peace and Justice Studies. - www.sandiego.edu/peacestudies/academics/masters_program/ 9) University of Denver: Conflict Resolution Institute (Denver, CO) -Master s of Arts in Conflict Resolution -The Conflict Resolution Institute at the University of Denver will challenge your understanding of conflict as you explore its theoretical roots and craft peaceful solutions. Tuition: $12,312 - www.du.edu/con-res/ 10) Seton Hall University (South Orange, NJ) -Master s in Diplomacy and International Relations -Specializations include: Post-Conflict State Reconstruction and Sustainability Global Negotiation and Conflict Management -The ideal place to study international relations and build the diplomatic skills required to meet the challenges of an exciting career in government, international business, international organizations or the nonprofit sector. -Tuition: $12,396 -Graduate assistantships available with tuition remission, plus monthly stipend. - www.shu.edu/academics/diplomacy/ 11) George Mason University (Fairfax, VA) -Master s in Conflict Analysis and Resolution -The School for Conflict Analysis and Resolution (S-CAR) is the preeminent academic and practice organization in its field. S-CAR is committed to the development of theory, research, and practice that interrupt cycles of violence and promote peacebuilding. -Tuition: $13,704 -Graduate fellowship opportunities available. - http://scar.gmu.edu/
12) University of Texas (Austin, TX) -Master s of Global Policy Studies -Also available: Peace Corps Master s International Degree Program Philanthropy and Community Service -Offers a multidisciplinary approach to the complex economic, political, technological, and social issues of the 21st century and considers the full range of influences on contemporary global policy governments, private industry, and non-governmental organizations. -Tuition: $9,531 -the LBJ School of Public Affairs awards more than $1 million each year in fellowships to its entering class. - http://www.utexas.edu/lbj/degreeprograms/mgps/admissions 13) Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) -Master s of Arts Program in Conflict Resolution -The mission of the M.A. Program in Conflict Resolution is to train the next generation of leading researchers and practitioners with the skills and knowledge required to effectively analyze and intervene in the most difficult conflicts that confront humankind. -Tuition: $38,764 -Some partial tuition fellowships may be awarded through the Conflict Resolution program, plus Research Assistantships. - http://conflictresolution.georgetown.edu/ 14) Eastern Mennonite University (Harrisonburg, VA) -Master s in Conflict Transformation -The graduate program in conflict transformation is designed for persons interested in pursuing academic studies within the peacebuilding field: conflict transformation, restorative justice, trauma healing, community and international development, and organizational leadership. -Tuition: $10,260 -http://www.emu.edu/cjp/
International 1) Irish School of Ecumenics - Trinity College Dublin (Dublin, Ireland) -Master s in International Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation -The Irish School of Ecumenics offers one-year taught masters program in Intercultural Theology & Inter-religious Studies, International Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation, doctoral degrees, and a diploma in Conflict and Dispute Resolution. -Tuition: (2012-13) = $16, 311 -http://www.tcd.ie/ise/peace/ 2) University for Peace (San Jose, Costa Rica) -Master s in International Peace Studies -Headquartered in Costa Rica, the United Nations-mandated University for Peace was established in December 1980 as a Treaty Organization by the UN General Assembly. -Tuition (2012-13) = $27,150 -One Full Scholarship, Three 75%, Four 50%, and Five 25% tuition waivers per academic year. - www.upeace.org 3) European Peace University (Stadtschlaining, Austria) -Master s in Peace & Conflict Studies -The EPU is committed to academic education and research which is centered around peace and development. It is based on a comprehensive definition of peace, which aims at the absence of direct violence (negative peace) and for the establishment of a sustainable peace framework by promoting democracy, participation, justice and cooperation (positive peace). -Tuition (per trimester): $3174 -http://epu.ac.at/index.php 4) Coventry University (Coventry, England) -Master s in Peace and Reconciliation Studies -The MA in Peace and Reconciliation Studies enables students to develop the knowledge and skills base necessary to understand the links between the different levels of destructive conflict in the world. You will study the theory and practice of peacemaking and peacebuilding at the various levels. -Tuition: $15,341 -Students from EU, Japan, and USA in eligible for tuition-based scholarships. -http://wwwm.coventry.ac.uk/researchnet/cprs/prospectivestudents/maprs/pages/ MAinPeaceandReconciliationStudies.aspx Last updated on 11/13/12 by Kyle Howe