MS Sociology - Applied Community and Economic Development
Course Overview
The Applied Community and Economic Development (ACED) program is an interdisciplinary graduate sequence designed for passionate professionals, including returned Peace Corps Volunteers and AmeriCorps members, to accelerate their careers in social change. This intensive program combines a year of on-campus study with graduate assistantships followed by an 11-month, paid professional practicum. It provides a robust educational foundation for pursuing impactful careers in community and economic development both domestically and internationally.
Key Program Highlights
- Designed specifically for experienced professionals, including returned Peace Corps Volunteers and AmeriCorps members
- Interdisciplinary curriculum focused on practical, real-world application in community and economic development
- Includes a paid graduate assistantship during the on-campus academic year
- Features an 11-month, paid professional practicum for hands-on field experience
- Prepares graduates for impactful careers with NGOs, nonprofits, and development agencies worldwide
Course Overview
The Applied Community and Economic Development (ACED) program is an interdisciplinary graduate sequence designed for passionate professionals, including returned Peace Corps Volunteers and AmeriCorps members, to accelerate their careers in social change. This intensive program combines a year of on-campus study with graduate assistantships followed by an 11-month, paid professional practicum. It provides a robust educational foundation for pursuing impactful careers in community and economic development both domestically and internationally.
Key Program Highlights
- Designed specifically for experienced professionals, including returned Peace Corps Volunteers and AmeriCorps members
- Interdisciplinary curriculum focused on practical, real-world application in community and economic development
- Includes a paid graduate assistantship during the on-campus academic year
- Features an 11-month, paid professional practicum for hands-on field experience
- Prepares graduates for impactful careers with NGOs, nonprofits, and development agencies worldwide
