Prepare to lead in public service and nonprofit organizations
The Bachelor of Science in Public and Nonprofit Management is a 90‑credit, fully online degree designed for working adults, career changers and those interested in working in the public or nonprofit sectors who want a focused, career-ready program. The Bachelor of Science in Public and Nonprofit Management prepares students for professional practice in public and nonprofit sector organizations. This fully online program is designed to help students build discipline‑specific knowledge, financial literacy, quantitative reasoning, and applied problem‑solving skills while completing their degree in fewer credits than a traditional bachelor’s program.
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What You Can Expect
Practical, career‑focused curriculum
Courses cover public and nonprofit law and governance, fiscal management, budgeting, grant writing, marketing and communications, and strategic planning so you can apply learning directly to organizational needs.
Stackable credentials and clear milestones
Two embedded 16‑credit certificates let you earn recognized credentials along the way and build toward the full major.
Capstone and applied projects
The program culminates in a capstone project and/or internship that gives you the opportunity to solve a real organizational challenge and demonstrate applied competence.
Why Study Public and Nonprofit Management at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ?
ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s 90‑credit B.S. in Public and Nonprofit Management delivers rigorous, upper‑division coursework while preserving the full ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Curriculum. The fully online format provides flexibility for working adults and students balancing career and family. Embedded stackable certificates let you show measurable progress and gain marketable skills early. Dedicated advising pairs each student with both a faculty advisor and a professional advisor who understand the program pathway and career outcomes.
Accolades & Rankings
#1 Liberal Arts College in Oregon for Earning Performance
- Washington Monthly
#1 Liberal Arts College in Oregon for Social Mobility
- U.S. News and World Report
#1 Best Value College in Oregon
- Niche
What financial assistance is available?
Financing your college education can feel like a lot to manage, but ÃÛѨÊÓƵ is here to help make the process clearer and more manageable. ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s Financial Aid Office offers personalized guidance from experienced counselors who can help you understand your options, plan ahead, navigate the and answer any questions along the way.
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Scholarships
ÃÛѨÊÓƵ offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to help reduce the cost of college. When you apply for admission, you’ll automatically be considered for many ÃÛѨÊÓƵ scholarships. Additional scholarships are available based on academic interests, achievements, life experiences and personal background.
Learn more about available scholarships on ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s Scholarships page.
Public and Nonprofit Management Career Outlook
A public and nonprofit management degree can open doors for your career
Through 2034, social and community service manager occupations are expected to grow by 6%, more than the national average*. In 2024, the median annual wage for social and community service manager occupations was $78,240, compared to the national average of $49,500. While your income heavily depends on where you live, your level of education and the depth of your experience, enriching your expertise can help support your career growth and financial stability.
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You will leave prepared for a career in areas such as:
- Program or operations manager for government agencies
- Development or fundraising specialist for nonprofits
- Budget analyst or fiscal manager for public organizations
- Grant writer and resource development professional
- Community engagement or communications coordinator
- Policy analyst or program evaluator
This degree also supports a pathway into graduate study, including ÃÛѨÊÓƵ's own master's programs.
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