Andrews University

What you'll study

The curriculum requires 30 credits of coursework with elective options that allow concentration in specific areas of interest. Core and elective offerings combine theoretical frameworks and practical methods to prepare students for humanitarian and development work.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (or non-U.S. equivalent) from an accredited institution and normally have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, or a GPA of 3.0 or higher in at least 8 graduate-level credits. Candidates with GPAs between 2.6 and 2.99 may be considered for provisional admission; provisionally admitted students must attain a 3.0 GPA or higher in their first 12 graduate credits to continue. Prerequisite coursework in statistics and research methods is required; applicants without those courses may receive provisional acceptance but must complete them in their first year (these prerequisite credits do not count toward the MSCID degree). Additional application components include two letters of recommendation, a résumé, a Statement of Purpose, and English proficiency test scores for applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English. International applicants should consult the programme's international student resources.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles across the humanitarian and development sector, including positions in academia, policy, advocacy, project management, administration, and emergency management. The programme’s practical elements—internships, field tours and faculty research collaboration—support transitions into applied and research-focused careers.

Scholarships & funding angle

Prospective students seeking information on tuition and scholarship opportunities are directed to the university's Student Financial Services. The programme and university also offer international student services and admissions guidance to help with funding and enrolment questions.