Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
| 2025-05-01 | - |
| 2026-01-01 | - |
| 2026-05-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2027-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
Introduction to University Programs
The university offers a range of programs through the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, and professional doctorates.
Degrees and Programs
- B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership
- M.A. in Philanthropic Studies
- Accelerated B.A./M.A. Program
- Certificates & Minors
- Undergraduate Certificates
- Undergraduate Minor
- Graduate Certificates
- Doctoral Minor
- Dual Degree Programs
- Ph.D. in Philanthropic Studies
- PhilD, Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership
- Courses
- Faculty
- Cohort Schedule
PhilD, Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership
The PhilD program is designed to be completed in sequence over three years, with courses offered online and asynchronously, featuring optional live meetings on Zoom.
Year 1 (18 credits)
- Fall Semester - August - December
- The Landscape of Philanthropy
- Philanthropic Leadership Practices
- Spring Semester - January - May 3. Cultivating Generous Societies 4. Philanthropy, Justice, and Ethics
- Summer Semester - May - August 5. Data for Good 6. Applied Philanthropy Project I
Year 2 (18 credits)
- Fall Semester - August - December 7. The Art & Science of Synthesis 8. Philanthropy in Practice
- Spring Semester - January - May 9. Philanthropy, Practices, & Policies 10. Community Collaboration, Power, Politics and Philanthropy
- Summer Semester - May - August 11. Philanthropic Leadership Case Study 12. Applied Philanthropy Project II
Year 3 (12 credits)
13-15. Project research, writing, and presentation
Research and Institutes
The university is involved in various research initiatives and houses several institutes, including:
- Lake Institute on Faith & Giving
- Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy
- Muslim Philanthropy Initiative
- Women's Philanthropy Institute
- Higher Education and Philanthropy Initiative
Career Services and Professional Development
The university offers career services, including career opportunities and professional development programs such as Philanthropy for Advisors, to support students in their professional pursuits.
Alumni and Giving
Alumni can get involved through the Alumni Board, and there are various ways to give back to the university, including supporting specific areas and adhering to the Donor Bill of Rights.