Master of Nonprofit Management – Leadership Direct Nonprofits with Vision and Purpose

30
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Lead Your Organization to Success with a Nonprofit Management Degree from Liberty
Do you enjoy leading others? Do you want to dedicate your career to a nonprofit that has a mission you’re passionate about? Maybe you are already involved with a nonprofit and want to pursue new opportunities or positions of added responsibility. Whether you are a seasoned veteran in the nonprofit sector or just starting out, Liberty’s Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) – Leadership can help you take the next step in your career.
With a masters in nonprofit management online from Liberty, you can prepare for a career in a variety of nonprofit areas – including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), charities, churches, and other 501(c)(3) organizations. Nonprofit organizations need knowledgeable managers who can creatively address various challenges. Partner with us and prepare to lead with confidence in the nonprofit world.






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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management – Leadership?
We know that going back to school is a big commitment. That’s why our masters in nonprofit leadership is offered 100% online – so you can pursue your degree from the comfort of home. With 8-week courses and 8 different start dates each year, you can pursue your education wherever, whenever. At Liberty, we don’t sacrifice quality when we create our online degree programs – we simply add flexibility.
You expect a world-class education – and by choosing Liberty, you’ll get just that. Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which means our programs have met rigorous academic requirements.
In addition, all of your online nonprofit management courses will be taught by professors with years of experience and advanced degrees. When you choose Liberty, you choose an education of the highest quality that masterfully blends excellent academics with a flexible course design – all at an affordable price.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Nonprofit Management Degree?
In your nonprofit management courses online, you will explore a variety of topics – such as nonprofit leadership and board governance, procurement and development, international NGOs, and grant writing. As you take courses in the leadership specialization, you can deepen your understanding of topics like strategic leadership and management. You can also learn how to lead and manage across cultures as well as pioneer organizational change.
All of your courses are designed to enhance your understanding of nonprofit organizations. With a degree from Liberty, you can prepare to pursue positions of added responsibility or begin a new career in nonprofit management.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Board member
- Chief gift officer
- Director of operations
- Director of procurement
- Entrepreneur
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Business.
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years!
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our MNM in Leadership
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
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Lynchburg, VA 24515

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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)**
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025.
**Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree do you need to start a nonprofit organization?
There are many aspects to starting a nonprofit organization, so it’s important to choose a degree that can provide a foundational knowledge of ways to help your organization thrive – and what things to avoid.
At Liberty, we provide a high level of training that is designed to help you succeed in your endeavors. Whether you are planting a church, building a charity, or opening a shelter for those in need, a degree in nonprofit management and leadership can help you start or contribute to the growth of a healthy, thriving nonprofit organization.
What is the difference between an MBA in Nonprofit Management and a master’s in nonprofit management (MNM) – leadership online?
Our Master of Nonprofit Management – Leadership degree is designed to deepen your understanding of important topics that are crucial to nonprofit organizations. Our leadership specialization will guide you through topics that can enhance your leadership skills and help you become a more valuable asset to your organization.
An MBA in Nonprofit Leadership, on the other hand, can help provide you with expansive business knowledge. An MBA specialization in nonprofit management may include some courses that overlap with the Master of Nonprofit Management – Leadership. However, while our MNM degree is a specialized program that focuses exclusively on nonprofit management and leadership, our MBA in Nonprofit Leadership and Management covers a wider range of business topics.
If you are interested in a broad business education, check out our online MBA programs.
Is a master’s degree in nonprofit management worth it?
There is a growing need for management professionals across many fields – and our masters in nonprofit administration can help provide the leadership, communication, and decision-making skills you need to thrive in management positions.
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