Conflict Resolution MA
Build a career on turning conflict into collaboration.
Career Possibilities
Turn the skills you build into a career in conflict resolution, peace building, and mediation. Participate in internships, fellowships, research projects, and paid opportunities that give you practical experience in the field. Competitive funding programs support independent research and applied learning, helping you develop skills, grow your professional network, and confidently advance in your career.
Here’s where this degree can take you:
- Health Care
- Union/Labor Organizing
- Family/Elder/Divorce Mediation
- Education Leadership
- Human Resources
- Mediation
- Counseling
- Restorative Justice
- United Nations Work
- Local/State/Federal Government Work
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Opportunities
Student Stories
I chose this program because it aligns with my undergraduate and associate's degrees in human services. I feel fulfilled when I help people and I believe this degree will give me a set of skills that will enable me to help people on a deeper level. I’m learning new skills and concepts, and I am always applying things I’ve learned in the program to aspects of my job when I am working with clients or with co-workers and management.Tess M.
I chose this program because of my interest in studying conflict resolution. Currently I'm in my second semester and I could not be happier with my decision. The way the classes are set up and the guidance from the professors have been extremely helpful. Especially since I've been out of formal classes for 10 years.Andrea M.
The Conflict Resolution MA program has strengthened my skills with deescalation and resolve disputes while deepening my commitment to research, community advocacy, and public policy. Conflict Resolution helps me in my current role daily by applying mediation tactics, negotiation skills, and peace-building knowledge to help deescalate the difficult financial, academic, and policy conflicting communications that occur daily.Makia L.
Plan Your Education
How to Apply
Deadlines:
- Fall Priority Deadline: February 1
- Fall Final Deadline: June 15
Application Fee: The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.
Financing Your Education
Estimate Your Program Cost: Get a feel for your expected program costs using the Graduate Program Cost Calculator.
Program Cost Information: Significant on-campus tuition discounts are available to residents of Massachusetts, the other New England states, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. For more detailed information on costs, visit the Bursar's website to learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information.
International: Please visit the International Graduate Applicants if applicable.
