ADMISSIONS
Because we value students who will both excel and contribute in the classroom, we seek
individuals who are confident in their ability to master the required material, who have strong
written and oral communication skills, and who have the courage to ask challenging questions.
Preferably, applicants should have more than two years of work experience in this field, but
experience can come from a variety of professional backgrounds, such as consulting, financial
services, entertainment, consumer products, nonprofit, or technology.
The University encourages people with a strong career interest in development and grantmaking to
apply for the M.S. in Fundraising. However, we also invite other professionals with an
undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university to apply, as there are no specific
course prerequisites. The Admissions Committee evaluates your work experience, not only in terms of
years, but also in regard to the depth and breadth of your experience, responsibilities, and
progression.
Claire Gaudiani,