Tuition for the Humanist Studies Program is charged on a per-credit basis. Scholarships are available for students seeking master’s or doctorate degrees with a concentration in humanism. The program also offers discounted rates for Humanist Chaplains and members enrolled in the Humanist Studies Certificate Program or looking to take courses independently. Contact education@americanhumanist.org to inquire about eligibility for a discounted rate. Additional information about scholarships is below.
| Courses | Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|
Humanist Worldviews: Then & Now | 3 | $2,175 |
Humanist Philsophies: Nontheistic Worldviews & Understandings | 3 | $2,175 |
Humanist Aesthetics & Practices | 3 | $2,175 |
Humanist Leadership: How to Run Nontheistic Organizations | 3 | $2,175 |
Capstone Course | 3 | $2,175 |
Total | 15 | $2,175 |
Scholarships
The AHA Center for Education offers need-based scholarships for students enrolled HSP certificate program. Each year, AHA Center for Education may award scholarships based on demand and annual budget.
Award Determination Process
The AHA Center for Education determines awards based on some or all of the following criteria in no order of priority:
- Financial need (to include, but not limited to)
- Partnership Status
- Dependents
- Adjusted Gross Income
- Outside assistance from other humanist organizations
- Outside assistance from other institutions, including lending institutions
- Personal and career goals and objectives
All applications are reviewed by the Education Committee. A completed application is required to qualify for a scholarship.