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Seattle University’s graduate programs in the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences prepare you for meaningful careers in leadership, research, policy, counseling, education, public service and creative innovation. Built on rigorous academics, real-world experience and a commitment to justice and equity. Graduates leave ready to solve problems, drive change and make measurable impact in their communities and professions.
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- Arts Leadership
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (in-person)
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (online)
- Couples and Family Therapy
- Criminal Justice (in-person)
- Criminal Justice (online)
- Criminal Justice + Juris Doctorate
- Higher Education Leadership and Administration
- Master in Teaching
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Administration + Juris Doctorate
- School Counseling (in-person)
- School Counseling (online)
- School Psychology
- Social Work
- Transformational Teaching and Learning
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Elevate your expertise. Expand your impact. Transform your future.
Seattle University’s graduate programs in the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences prepare you for meaningful careers in leadership, research, policy, counseling, education, public service and creative innovation. Built on rigorous academics, real-world experience and a commitment to justice and equity. Graduates leave ready to solve problems, drive change and make measurable impact in their communities and professions.
Discover Our Graduate Programs
- Arts Leadership
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (in-person)
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (online)
- Couples and Family Therapy
- Criminal Justice (in-person)
- Criminal Justice (online)
- Criminal Justice + Juris Doctorate
- Higher Education Leadership and Administration
- Master in Teaching
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Administration + Juris Doctorate
- School Counseling (in-person)
- School Counseling (online)
- School Psychology
- Social Work
- Transformational Teaching and Learning
Discover Our Graduate Certificates
Why Choose Seattle University?
Career Relevance with Practical Experience: Degree pathways paired with internships, practicums or real-world projects that connect you with employers and community partners.
Expert Faculty, Personalized Mentorship: Learn from professors who are both scholars and practitioners dedicated to your success.
Flexible Formats for Working Adults: Evening, online and part-time options help you earn your degree without putting life on hold.
Built-In Professional Networks: Cohort-based learning and real-world experience opportunities help you build relationships that support career advancement.
Innovation Grounded in Ethics & Social Justice: Our programs emphasize equity, ethics and community engagement; principles that shape how you lead and solve problems.
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Hear from Our Students & Alumni
Joshua Wilson, LMFTA, '23 MACFT
The professors I worked with did an amazing job of drawing from their research, their training, their roles as supervisors, and their own clinical work to present a well-rounded experience overall. Different faculty members presented unique strengths from their wheelhouse—and the sum was indeed greater than the parts: I learned tremendously from such generous, experienced, and caring teachers.
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Private Practice
Regina Carrillo, '27 MFA
"From the inside, the MFA feels like anything is possible. It feels like having a network that holds you, challenges you and supports you. Being surrounded by so many different opinions, backgrounds and identities has taught me to listen and remain open. My faculty and the alumni show me what it means to grow and to find your own path. This program feels like a reminder that I am not alone and that my ideas have a place to land."
Arts Leadership
Kyle Schwab, '12 MA
"Many of the adjunct staff are subject matter experts with years of experience in the field in which they are teaching. If you know (or have a good idea) where you want your career to go, and there’s a professor that has worked in that field, take their class(es), ask them lots of questions, listen to their stories, and utilize their networks as much as you can."
Senior Research and Evaluation Analyst, Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office
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