Grace College

Programme overview

Grace College’s Master of Nonprofit Management is a 36-credit, fully online master’s degree taught from a biblical worldview. Courses are delivered in 8-week sessions with students typically completing the program in about two years. The curriculum emphasizes applied learning projects rather than a traditional internship and is designed to build skills for leading mission-driven organizations. Program metrics listed by the college include a total program price of $18,648, a 95% completion rate, 100% employment (for graduates who sought nonprofit work), and over 200 graduates to date. Next listed start date is October 19, 2026.

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on practical leadership and operational topics for nonprofits. Typical subjects named by the program include:

• Obtaining & Leading Nonprofit Organizations
• Grant Writing
• Marketing, Communication & Special Topics for Nonprofit Organizations
• Fundraising

Assignments are described as applied and often usable in current work or volunteer settings; the program stresses ethical fundraising, advocacy, staff development, strategic planning and technology use to improve outcomes.

Entry requirements

Admission requires a completed bachelor’s degree, a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5, and completion of the program application. The process steps listed are: free online application, transcript request (to admissions@grace.edu), admission decision, and an enrollment deposit. Applicants are advised to apply at least one month before the intended start term; late applications are considered on a space-available basis.

Career prospects

The program lists common job titles and leadership roles graduates pursue, including:

• Executive Director
• Director of Advancement / Director of Philanthropy
• Director of Marketing or Communications
• Vice President of Development
• Program Director / Development or Fundraising Manager
• Community Outreach Manager / Grant Writer

Graduates are positioned for leadership across community development, ministry, education, healthcare, youth services and other mission-driven sectors.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page references Grace College financial aid and scholarship resources; prospective students are encouraged to consult the college’s financial aid and scholarship information and to contact admissions for guidance on tuition assistance and payment steps.