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The Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership (NPL) Program prepares nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs to guide organizations tackling some of the world’s most complex social challenges. Learn to create social impact through thoughtful, inventive, and meaningful work in nonprofits, charitable foundations, international NGOs, and more. This program is ideal for existing nonprofit professionals, those looking to launch their careers, or career changers from other sectors. 

The on-campus full-time NPL program encompasses 2–3 semesters of coursework and a nonprofit placement for professional development (the Leadership Practicum). You’ll take five graduate level course units (CUs) in both the fall and spring semesters for a total of 10 CUs, including four required NPLD core CUs and up to two Penn elective CUs. Students can also take courses offered through the online program.

Courses may be offered all day Friday or Saturday, over one or two entire weekends, or in one-week intensive sessions. 

A number of NPLD courses are half CUs, and two are required to meet the 1 CU requirement.