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CDAE Graduate Degrees, Certificates, and Programs

The Community Development and Applied Economics department offers two graduate degrees, both combining theoretical grounding with applied research and projects.

 

MS in Community Development and Applied Economics

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CDAE's Master of Science degree focuses on community development both locally and globally. The hallmark of this program is its transdisciplinarity and flexibility. Student research and theses are in diverse areas including food systems, sustainable development, agriculture, transportation, and consumer behavior both in the US and abroad.

Learn about our CDAE Master of Science

Master of Public Administration (MPA)

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The Master of Public Administration at the University of Vermont is a professional interdisciplinary degree that prepares public leaders by combining the theoretical and practical foundations of public administration with the democratic traditions of Vermont communities. The MPA program also offers an Accelerated Masters Program for current UVM undergraduate students.

Learn about the MPA Program

Opportunities for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers

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CDAE houses the UVM on-campus Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter. This two-year assistantship is available to applicants every other year, and provides a full tuition scholarship toward a CDAE MS or MPA degree. Learn more about the Strategic Peace Corps Recruiter position here

CDAE is also home to the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program. This position comes with 9 tuition-free credits toward a CDAE MS or MPA degree. Learn more about the Coverdell Fellowship here

 

Certificate of Graduate Study in Community Resilience and Planning

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The 18 credit Certificate of Graduate Study in Community Resilience and Planning (CRP) will provide masters, doctoral and continuing education certificate-only students with the skills and knowledge needed to lead and guide communities through periods of change brought on by natural, economic, social and political shocks and disruptions.

Learn about our Graduate Certificate in Community Resilience and Planning

Ph.D. in Sustainable Development Policy, Economics and Governance

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The Ph.D. in Sustainable Development Policy, Economics and Governance (SDPEG) offers a transdisciplinary doctoral education in the policies, practices and theories of sustainable development.

Learn about our Ph.D. program