About
Details at a Glance
School Type
PrivateApplication Fee
$50Financial Aid Available
Yes
Our Program
SIT Graduate Institute prepares students from across the globe to be effective leaders, professionals, and citizens. SIT’s master’s and professional development programs are rooted in the experiential education model, where learning occurs at the nexus of theory and practice. Students are trained to become highly skilled practitioners who have a commanding knowledge of the theoretical basis of their profession; experience in the field; and an awareness of their own capabilities, values, and ethics.
Today, SIT Graduate Institute continues to adapt to a changing world and the ever-evolving needs of its students by developing innovative full-time, face-to-face, global master’s degree programs. It remains as committed as ever to the principles of social justice, intercultural communication, and experiential learning.
Doctorate Degree
Doctorate in Global Education (EdD)
Global Master's Degrees
Master of Arts in Climate Change & Global Sustainability
Master of Arts in Development Practice
Master of Arts in Diplomacy & International Relations
Master of Arts in Global Health
Master of Arts in Humanitarian Assistance & Crisis Management
Master of Arts in International Education
Part-time Hybrid Master's Degrees
Master of Arts in Global Leadership & Social Innovation
Master of Arts in Humanitarian Assistance & Crisis Management
Master of Arts in Intercultural Service, Leadership & Management
Master of Arts in International Education
Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Leadership
Master of Arts in Sustainable Development
Certificates
Conflict Transformation Across Cultures (CONTACT)
Admissions
Application Fee
$50
Requirements
- Certified Academic Transcripts
- GRE not required
- Applicants whose first language is not English must submit test scores for TOEFL, IELTS or PTE
Additional Requirements
To be considered for admission to a master’s or certificate program, you must have the following:
Master of Arts Degrees and Graduate Certificate in International Education
- US bachelor’s degree or an equivalent that demonstrates academic ability (not applicable for some certificate programs). Applicants from institutions outside the US must hold the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing.
- Demonstrated English language ability (see details below)
- Intercultural and professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to use experience as a source of learning
Doctorate in Global Education (EdD)
- Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) from a graduate master’s degree program of 3.5.
- Demonstrated English language ability (see details below).
- Demonstrated interest in the EdD degree at SIT and the ability to address how your prior academic and professional experiences have prepared you to undertake doctoral studies.
- Ability to process your research topic and its significance to the field and identify your professional goals for the program.
Part-Time Hybrid Programs
It is recommended that applicants to SIT’s part-time, hybrid programs are currently working in their field of study and have experience and familiarity with instructional technology, distance learning, and/or independent learning.
More specific admissions requirements for each program can be found on each degree page.
Application Deadline
Learn more about our application deadlines here.
Student Body
Female
70% FemaleMale
30% Male
Inclusion
- 25% international students
What Our Students Say
My MA program as a whole taught me to take a systems approach to problem solving; to look at the big picture, how each part of the whole interacts with one another, and the individual impacts that this creates. This sort of thinking has been immeasurably helpful in my career as a way to approach issues both large and small.
Victoria Dokken, Master of Arts in Climate Change & Global Sustainability ‘19I really liked the experience-oriented learning—learning by doing—and the opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from other countries.
Jesse Routte, Master of Arts in Sustainable Development ‘13A key benefit of my SIT experience was developing insights into the challenges of a multicultural society in the public sphere, which helped me in my work and worldview.
Jaime Tincher, SIT Graduate Institute ‘14
My MA program as a whole taught me to take a systems approach to problem solving; to look at the big picture, how each part of the whole interacts with one another, and the individual impacts that this creates. This sort of thinking has been immeasurably helpful in my career as a way to approach issues both large and small.
I really liked the experience-oriented learning—learning by doing—and the opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from other countries.
A key benefit of my SIT experience was developing insights into the challenges of a multicultural society in the public sphere, which helped me in my work and worldview.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Additional Information
- Financial Aid Available
- Application Fee Waivers Available
- SIT is committed to ensuring you have the information you need to successfully access funding for your graduate education. SIT’s Financial Aid Office provides guidance on all aspects of graduate financial aid throughout the application process and during your time as a student.