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Master of Arts in Social Innovation

Grand Valley State University

USA,Michigan

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 14,750/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 30

Application Fee

May 2024

Apply Date

USA, Michigan

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1960

Total Students: 23,350 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Social Innovation

Program Overview

The PMASI program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework. There are no prerequisites and students with any bachelor's degree may be accepted. The program features graduate courses in social innovation, public administration, social work, and management. Courses are offered in a hybrid format, meeting both face-to-face and online. In-person class meetings are held at the Robert C. Pew Campus in downtown Grand Rapids.

Six core courses in social innovation and public administration: 18 credits
Three application courses: 9 credits
Three synthesis courses: 9 credits

WHY STUDY SOCIAL INNOVATION AT GRAND VALLEY?

Nationally, employers post jobs for master's-level social innovation skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, problem-solving, critical analysis, and qualitative assessment.
It is the only professional social innovation program in Michigan offering a focus on critical, humanistic, integrative, and interdisciplinary approaches to social issues.
Internships, global learning experiences, collaborative projects, and problem-based learning create a unique degree experience.
Students select application courses and center their synthesis coursework around their own career interests and aspirations.
Courses are hybrid, offering flexibility with both face-to-face and online options.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2024		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 30

Tuition Fee

CAD 14,750 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Grand Valley State University

CAD 9,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

For Undergraduate:

Guaranteed Scholarship__ 6000$ for all the international students
International Merit Scholarship: $2,500 to $10,000. Scholarship decisions are based on a review of the information in the application, including an essay, academic information,
and extracurricular activities. Students who submit an application for fall admission by February 1 are eligible for this scholarship. Only students on F1 status are eligible for this scholarship

For Graduate:

We have kept in state tuition fee for all the students (kind of inbuilt scholarship).
We do have graduate assistantships through which students can work on campus.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.