About the course

Students earning a MS in Community Development must complete graded courses that total 51 Bannerquarter units (thesis option) or 55 quarter units (examination option). In addition, most students fill their schedules with non-graded units for , independent study, and thesis/exam preparation. The typical student completes the program in two years. The feature most appreciated by students in the UC Davis Community Development degree program is its flexibility to accommodate virtually any student's interests and specialization. The program of study consists of a core of only 20 units that are required, and even these include multiple choices. Students take additional courses in Community and Regional Development and from other departments. This allows students to design -with appropriate input from faculty members- a program of study that is relevant to their particular interests.

　　This program is designed to prepare students for careers in nonprofit and governmental organizations as administrators, designers, planners, researchers, and technicians. Students gain advanced knowledge and social analysis of communities, community design and planning, microeconomic planning, program development, nonprofit management, and community action research and community change skills necessary for careers in community and human services as administrators, designers, planners, researchers and technicians. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$54,732

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Davis
Fall (September), 2025	Davis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Davis

Students seeking admission to the Community Development Graduate program must have a Bachelors Degree and at least an overall GPA of 3.0 (B grade average) in relevant course work. A background in social sciences is helpful, but not necessary. Students with several years of relevant work experience are favored, and such experience is strongly recommended.

　　Transcripts of all college work, a Statement of Purpose, and a Personal History Statement. A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) from the institution where you have earned or will earn your bachelor's degree. The minimum overall TOEFL score required for admission to graduate study at UC Davis is an 80 on the TOEFL internet-based test (iBT). The minimum overall band score required for admission to graduate study at UC Davis is 7.0 on a 9-point scale.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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