Graduate Programs & Certificates

Take your career to the next level with a master's degree from Rhode Island College. Our graduate programs in accounting and health care administration prepare working professionals to advance in their fields, becoming professional accountants, financial planners and managers and administrators within the health care industry. Don't just work, lead with an advanced degree from our nationally accredited School of Business.

The School of Social Work prepares practitioners to work with oppressed groups, to alleviate injustice, discrimination and poverty; to create social policies and resources that meet basic human needs and enhance the quality of life; and to create accessible, responsible, accountable human service programs. The School Psychology program, combining an MA degree in counseling and a C.A.G.S. in school psychology, prepares you to provide a range of psychological and educational services to support the emotional health of children and families in the school community. RIC’s unique partnerships with outstanding field-based supervisors provide high-quality training experiences for students in these programs. Additionally, small classes enable students to develop meaningful relationships with peers and with faculty.

Go from professional practitioner to industry leader with a graduate degree in Nursing & Health Sciences from Rhode Island College. Our master's and terminal degree programs prepare nurses and health scientists to advance through their fields, becoming change agents capable of transforming healthcare systems and conducting cutting-edge research.

At Rhode Island College, graduate programs in English prepare students to succeed as literary professionals, whether as teachers, writers, or scholars. We offer a master’s in English with an optional concentration in creative writing, as well as certificate programs in literature and creative writing. Small class sizes allow students to work closely with their professors and peers in seminars and workshops as they develop projects tailored to their particular interests. Many of our graduates have gone on to pursue a Ph.D. and are now professors, published authors, and leading scholars in their field. A graduate degree in English can open doors for career paths in publishing, editing, administration, or marketing in a variety of corporate, online, and academic settings.

Our master's program in mathematical studies will deepen your understanding of advanced mathematics and their role in the world. Students will build on their undergraduate studies, developing quantitative and abstract reasoning and the ability to use mathematics as a computational and analytical tool. Our program produces graduates who exhibit knowledge, comprehension, and creativity in the practice of mathematics as they pursue a variety of career opportunities.

Go from practicing artist to arts educator with a graduate degree from Rhode Island College. Our master's programs prepare students to teach fine art or music, passing their creative practice on to the next generation.

Take the next step in your education career with a graduate degree from Rhode Island College. The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development (FSEHD), as well as some education-focused programs in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, prepare working professionals to become transformative leaders in a wide range , teaching specializations and classrooms, as well as in community settings. The M.A. in Youth Development, the first of its kind in New England, equips you with the knowledge and skills to lead, design, research and innovate in youth settings, with an emphasis on social justice and culturally relevant care. In 2019, FSEHD launched a new curriculum that is on the cutting edge of teacher education nationwide, and our programs consistently rank among the best in the region. From master's degrees to certificate programs, we offer a variety of certifications and specializations that will empower you to make an impact in your field.

Broaden your horizons and advance your career with a graduate degree from Rhode Island College. Our master's programs in history, justice studies, clinical mental health counseling and psychology prepare students to become leaders in their fields. Graduates find careers in public history, government, clinical practice, law enforcement as well as opportunities in research, teaching and in nonprofits. Some continue on to Ph.D. programs and law school.