Hunter offers some of the most renowned programs leading to masters and doctoral degrees and advanced certificates.
A master’s degree is an academic degree awarded upon completion of a course of study demonstrating a mastery of a specific field of study. It typically takes 1-3 years to complete a Master’s Degree. Programs range from 30 credits to 57 credits.
Hunter offers the following master’s degree options:
Master of Arts (MA)
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Master of Science (MS)
Master of Education (MSEd)
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Master of Urban Planning (MUP)
A doctoral degree is the highest academic degree in any field of knowledge. Students typically complete doctoral degrees in 5-7 years. The majority of doctoral degree students hold a master’s degree.
Hunter College offers the following doctoral degrees in select programs:
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
An advanced certificate (Adv. Cert) is a short program of study in a particular subject. Advanced certificates can enhance skills to further a career, help you to acquire new skills to change careers, and allow you to meet state or national licensing requirements.
Hunter offers advanced certificates in the Arts, Education, Health, and Science and Mathematics fields, including:
Post-Baccalaureate Certificates (taken in between the bachelor’s and master’s degree)
Post-Master’s Certificates (taken in between the master’s and doctoral degrees)
Hunter College will consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the graduate program. Additionally, some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information.
