Seton Hall University

South Orange, NJ

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• Master’s Degree Programs

  • M.A. in Communication

    The M.A. in Communication is an on-campus program designed to sharpen students’ communication competencies and knowledge base in a dynamic and highly interactive environment reflecting real-world scenarios. The 36-credit campus-based program offers students opportunities to pursue advanced content courses in areas such as Digital Communication and Communication Technologies, Communication in Organizations, and Public Relations.
    

  • M.A. in Diplomacy and International Relations

    At the School of Diplomacy, students evolve from consumers of information to producers of knowledge — immediately ready to contribute to a variety of fields. Our customizable academic program builds essential skills and helps students cultivate a deep understanding of who they are and how they can have a positive impact on the complex, interdependent world they've inherited.

    We work collaboratively with students to shape practical learning opportunities such as internships, international study seminars and original research projects; students apply their knowledge and skills in international relations directly to real-world situations. With guidance from faculty mentors, students turn academic projects into published works that advance new ideas, discuss current issues with United Nations officials and much more. 

    Curriculum

    As a diplomacy student, you'll have the opportunity to take classes and complete professional projects with former ambassadors, United Nations officials, practicing judges and attorneys. Your classroom experience will hone your skills in policy analysis, negotiation and conflict management, professional writing and research methods and help you build expertise in one or more areas of specialization.

    But you won't just study — you'll actually practice — diplomacy and international relations. Our required internship program capitalizes on our proximity to New York City and presence in Washington, D.C., providing you with access to the United Nations, private firms, government and international nonprofit organizations.

    You'll also sharpen your networking abilities by engaging with distinguished guests and successful alumni.

    Internships and Professional Development

    Library of CongressOur director of internships works one-on-one with students to tailor internship experiences to individual interests. Students receive personalized advice based on their career goals. 

  • M.A. in English

    Seton Hall students pursing graduate degrees in English are as passionate and unique as the work they study. While they all share a love of language and a commitment to the written word, they pursue it in different forms: literature, writing or creative writing. We have a degree “spoke” for each, sprouting from a “hub” curriculum that covers research, literature and criticism. Students from this program continue on to Ph.D. and M.F.A. programs, teaching, and professional writing careers.

    Curriculum

    The English Department takes a holistic approach to literary studies, emphasizing both reading and advanced writing skills. All students complete a 12-credit “hub” of core requirements, which include literature, research and criticism courses. Then they choose to focus on one of three “spokes”: literature, writing or creative writing. In all three formats, students find engaging class discussions, connect with faculty mentors and receive one-on-one guidance to meet their goals.

  • M.A. in Jewish Christian Studies

    Since 1975, this program has taught students the history, theology, ethics and scriptures of the Jewish and Christian faiths. Students develop a critical awareness of the relationship between Jews and Christians — and learn to address complex religious, ethical and social issues to promote justice and peace. Graduates are prepared for doctoral biblical and religious studies, or for any facet of interreligious and multicultural relations, dialogue and diplomatic encounters — from teaching to ecumenical administration to seminary. The first of its kind in the United States, this degree offers both a thesis and a non-thesis option.

    Curriculum

    This program aims to build an internationally diverse community of leaders, scholars, educators and students. As a result, our curriculum covers all aspects of the relationship between Jews and Christians — including their values and traditions. Courses emphasize the interdisciplinary study of sacred texts, and place them in their historical and socio-religious world context. Thesis students complete 36 credits, including six in the reading of Hebrew texts. Non-thesis students also complete 36 credits, and must demonstrate a basic knowledge of biblical Hebrew. There are numerous course options, including Cross-Cultural Analysis for Jewish-Christian Studies, Medieval Jewish Thinkers and Teachings of Jesus.

  • M.A. in Museum Professions

    Earn your M.A. in Museum Professions

    Curate your future and join our elite group of alumni, employed throughout the country’s most prestigious cultural institutions and organizations.

    Graduate Studies within the College of Communication and the Arts is an exciting community of scholars, theorists, researchers and professionals. One common feature among all of our programs is a commitment to excellence. Faculty are comprised of internationally recognized researchers and industry professionals. A cutting-edge curriculum incorporates the latest technology and trends, keeping you a cut above the rest.
    
    The Museum Professions Degree

    This 39-credit program is designed to both prepare students for careers in museums and to further refine and enhance the current museum professional’s skillset.
    
    This program blends theory with practice by equipping our graduates with tangible skills that are essential for career growth, including effective communication; the skillset to manage people, projects and finance; intercultural competence and cross-disciplinary thinking.
    
    Education

    Explore education theory, human development, museum programming, and technology usage.
    Courses include:
      •  Museum Education
      •  Museums and Communities
      •  Audience Research and Project Evaluation

    Management

    Launch your career as a museum administrator or advancement professional by exploring topics such as grantsmanship, fundraising, volunteer management and marketing.
    Courses include:
      •  Legal and Ethical Issues in Museums
      •  Foundations of the Nonprofit Sector
      •  Leadership and Management in Nonprofit Organizations

    Registration

    Discover skills needed to perfect museum collections, such as museum storage, handling, inventorying, shipping and displays.
    Courses include:
      •  Object Care
      •  Museum Registration
      •  Introduction to Archives Management for Museum Professionals

    Exhibition Development

    Prepare for conceiving and executing engaging museum exhibitions while gaining hands-on experience in exhibition development.
    Courses include:
      •  Museum Registration
      •  Museum Exhibitions A-Z
      •  Producing an Exhibition
    
    All students in the program take a 200-hour for-credit internship (3 credits). In addition, many students volunteer or intern in museum for no credit, before or after they have done the required internship. 
    
    Education for You, Value for Your Employer

    Immersive learning experiences combining theory with practical skills allow you to put your knowledge to use in the workplace both immediately and over time.

    Employers may be assured that an investment in an employee’s education will pay off when it comes to workplace excellence, as well as:

      •  Critical and strategic planning abilities, both collaboratively and interculturally
      •  Technology and data fluency
      •  Systems leadership and strategic agility
      •  Networking opportunities with industry experts and colleagues

  • M.B.A.

    The Stillman School is home to a top ranked M.B.A. program that has a unique emphasis on ethics and leading with purpose.  The 40-credit program caters to the working professional, offering on campus, online and hybrid program options, and you can choose from eight specializations. From day one you participate in our “Launch Experience” immediately connecting with distinguished faculty, industry experts and peers — many of whom are working professionals from leading companies. Throughout the program you will also connect with the Stillman School’s alumni network as well as benefit from our strong corporate ties. "Transforming concepts into practice” is a cornerstone of the program. This means a focus on applied learning by our faculty and in our Centers -- gaining real-world insights and management skills you can immediately apply to the workplace.
    

  • M.S. in Accounting

    The Stillman School of Business has the only accounting program in Northern New Jersey to achieve both business and accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). This M.S. in Accounting program (M.S.A.C.) is designed for students who are graduates of non-accounting business programs, The M.S.A.C. provides students with the knowledge and skills in business and accounting to prepare for career success. You will develop the technical proficiency to be effective in accounting roles and the understanding of the functional areas of business required to communicate successfully in the corporate environment. When you study at Seton Hall, you learn in a program that is among the select schools worldwide to earn both business and accounting accreditation from the AACSB. This highly respected program will build the foundation for your accounting career, prepare you for the CPA exam and develop the professional relationships you need for success.
    

  • M.S. in Biology

    The Department of Biology offers three graduate programs: a Ph.D. in Molecular Bioscience, a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology (M.S. available with a Neuroscience track or a minor in Business Administration), and a Master of Science in Microbiology. The M.S. programs prepare students for basic research and teaching applicable in careers in academic institutions and in the biotechnology industry, and they provide a solid foundation for subsequent Ph.D. programs. The Ph.D. program emphasizes the application of molecular and cellular biotechnology in studies of living systems. Evening and weekend classes are available. Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to enroll in these programs.

  • M.S. in Chemistry

    The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Seton Hall University is the intellectual home to 14 faculty, over 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate students. Our location in the heart of the Tri-state area affords unique opportunities for interaction with the many local chemical-related industries. We offer undergraduate majors in Chemistry (ACS and non-ACS Certified) and Biochemistry, and we offer graduate studies and research in Analytical, Inorganic, Organic, Physical and Biochemistry, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. Our relatively small size and attractive location provide a unique intellectual atmosphere that promotes interaction and student development.

  • M.S. in Microbiology

    This degree trains students in basic research and teaching. Courses span biostatistics, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology and virology. For at least four semesters, every student must attend weekly seminars with guest speakers and opportunities to discuss research projects. In addition to classroom and seminar experiences, you’ll also find research training through programs maintained by our faculty and collaborative programs with local biotechnology, pharmaceutical and academic institutions.
    

  • M.S. in Professional Accounting

    This program is designed for accounting majors looking to satisfy the 150-credit educational requirement to sit for the CPA exam. Developed with top-level specialists as a practical graduate accounting education and offered on campus, the program is well-suited for accountants who are looking to update their skills and increase their knowledge of the profession. There are very few required classes in this M.S. program. Instead, you'll shape your own course list, choosing from a diverse list of accounting and tax electives. Our graduates land at some of the largest and most prestigious organizations after graduation: Ernst & Young, KPMG, Deloitte, Prudential, New York Life and the NBA.

  • Master of Public Administration

    The Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree offered by the Department of Political Science and Public Affairs serves students interested in careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Our students learn from leaders who practice what they teach, including the current and previous presidents of the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (NACC) and the former president of ARNOVA, a leading national authority on nonprofit management education research. Ranked as a Best Program in the country for nonprofit management by U.S. News & World Report, the program is accredited by NASPAA. As part of that process, our New Jersey based department goes through a rigorous self-study process where every aspect of the program is critically examined.
    

    Our M.P.A. prepares students for leadership roles in a variety of public service settings - from executive director of a homeless shelter, to program director for an NGO fighting AIDS in Africa, to business manager of a local municipality, to chief of staff for a U.S. Senator. We are dedicated to helping each student find the career that fits him or her best and we pride ourselves on bringing academic theory into practice. Course schedules are convenient for working students, and the program is offered year-round on campus and online - including summers and weekends. Scholarship opportunities specifically for M.P.A. students are available.

    Curriculum

    This 39-credit degree includes courses in public service management, research and statistical analysis, financial management and managerial decision-making. Students also select a concentration: Health Policy and Management; Nonprofit Organization Management; Public Service: Leadership, Governance and Policy; or Data Visualization and Analytics. Students may also choose a 100% online M.P.A. program with an exclusive focus on Non-Profit Management. Classes emphasize managerial and analytical skills, along with ethical and professional values. In each course, you’ll find small class sizes and a close-knit graduate student community. Our faculty offer internationally recognized research and teaching programs and bring their diverse skills and experiences to every classroom.

  • Master of Social Work (for those with a B.S.W.)

    Want to engage directly with our faculty about the M.S.W. program? Ask us about our upcoming virtual information sessions:
    •    Thursday, March 18, 6 p.m.
    •    Wednesday, April 7, 6 p.m.
    

    The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act focuses on the prevention of illness and remediation of the impact of chronic diseases through a behavioral health framework. As a student in Seton Hall University's Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) program, you'll be a natural fit to help implement these new approaches as you prepare for advanced practice in the areas of behavioral health, substance abuse, health care and forensic practice. Seton Hall currently offers the only graduate forensic social work program in the state of New Jersey.

    Applicants without an accredited undergraduate degree in social work may be admitted to the 60-credit track, designed to be completed in two years - the first on campus, the second consisting of online course work and on-site field work in the community.

    Applicants with an accredited undergraduate degree in social work are eligible for advanced standing. These students may fast-track right into the second year of the program to complete their 33-credit track.

     

  • Master of Social Work (for those without a B.S.W.)

    The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act focuses on the prevention of illness and remediation of the impact of chronic diseases through a behavioral health framework. As a student in Seton Hall University's Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) program, you'll be a natural fit to help implement these new approaches as you prepare for advanced practice in the areas of behavioral health, substance abuse, health care and forensic practice. Seton Hall currently offers the only graduate forensic social work program in the state of New Jersey.
    
    Applicants without an accredited undergraduate degree in social work may be admitted to the 60-credit track, designed to be completed in two years - the first on campus, the second consisting of online course work and on-site field work in the community.
    
    Applicants with an accredited undergraduate degree in social work are eligible for advanced standing. These students may fast-track right into the second year of the program to complete their 33-credit track.
    

• Doctorate

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry

    The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Seton Hall University is the intellectual home to 14 faculty, over 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate students. Our location in the heart of the Tri-state area affords unique opportunities for interaction with the many local chemical-related industries. We offer undergraduate majors in Chemistry (ACS and non-ACS Certified) and Biochemistry, and we offer graduate studies and research in Analytical, Inorganic, Organic, Physical and Biochemistry, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. Our relatively small size and attractive location provide a unique intellectual atmosphere that promotes interaction and student development.

  • Ph.D. in Molecular Bioscience

    This program consists of two phases: foundation coursework and dissertation research. In between, students take a comprehensive qualifying exam. You’ll study and work inside McNulty Hall — where a $35 million upgrade helped build state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories. In addition to classroom and seminar experiences, you’ll conduct research through our faculty’s programs or in collaboration with local biotechnology, pharmaceutical and academic institutions.
    

• Certificate

  • Certificate in Data Visualization and Analysis

    From marketing, finance and health care, to business, psychology and sociology, many industries are searching for employees who can skillfully manage large amounts of data. This pioneering certificate program mixes mathematics with computer science and psychology, and teaches students how to collect, analyze and communicate complex information in eye-catching ways. Students may complete this certificate at Seton Hall or entirely online.

    Curriculum

    In both the online or on-campus versions of this program, students learn to translate data into visually striking presentations. Courses include statistics, data mining, visualization and cognition, as well as an internship. Through these varied experiences, students practice preparing real-world data for storing in databases, analyzing data with statistics and machine-learning tools, and using visualization to study data and present findings.

    The certificate is earned by completing 15 course credits and an additional 3-credit internship, for a total of 18 credits.