The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership master's program is designed to prepare you to become the strong, informed, and skilled leader that can help create more inclusive organizations. Graduates from this program go on to become chief diversity officers, diversity managers, consultants, educational administrators, human resources, and college admissions professionals, equipped with the tools to strengthen their communities.

Program Outcomes

To be an effective leader in anti-racist and anti-bias efforts, you must understand the complex sociological, economic, and historical contexts that have led to bias, discrimination, and marginalization. The Tufts Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership master's program is designed to provide the foundation and tools for this work.

As a graduate of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership master's program, you will be prepared to implement changes to enhance diversity, inclusion, and equity; design and evaluate programs to enact change; and lead organizations through sustainable transformation. You will develop a deep understanding of foundational and scholarly theories (e.g., critical race theory), while you acquire the practical tools (e.g., program evaluation) to implement institutional changes.

You will join students from a variety of backgrounds and scholarly fields, all united in their desire to explore diversity in interdisciplinary contexts. Upon completion of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership master's program, you will be capable of:

Engaging in organizational observation using appropriate methods
Implementing necessary changes to enhance equality and prevent marginalization
Prioritizing these changes based on the culture and needs of the organization
Designing and evaluating programs to enact these changes
Leading organizations through sustainable transformation

This program is truly interdisciplinary, courses are taught by faculty across Tufts' Education, Psychology, Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning, and Child Study and Human Development departments.

Application Requirements

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership program is committed to holistically reviewing all applications. This means that each application will undergo a balanced review across all components to assess the student's fit with the program.

Application fee
Resume/CV
Personal statement: Please give your reasons for deciding to do graduate work in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership (DEIJ-L). We are particularly concerned that you cover these points:
- What previous experiences and commitments have brought you to the decision to apply for graduate training?
- What are your chief objectives in applying now, and how will the DEIJ-L program help you in pursuit of your objectives and vocation?
- Who are 2-3 Tufts University faculty whose research and/or practice intersects with your interests within diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice? Search Tufts faculty profiles.
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test, if applicable
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
Select candidates will be invited to participate in an interview day

Tuition and Financial Aid

See Tuition and Financial Aid information for GSAS Programs. Note: This program is eligible for federal loans and Tufts tuition scholarships.

Tracks

Full-Time Track

Students in the full-time track complete the program in 12 months to two years, depending on academic course loads and summer enrollments. Students interested in the full-time track should apply for Fall entry.

Part-Time Track for Working Professionals

Using a trimester format for graduate coursework, the part-time track allows working professionals to work full-time while attending courses in the evening, on the weekend, and online, allowing completion of the program in less than 2 years.

Student Stories

Darwin Conner, AG22

School: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences — Degree: Master of Arts in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership — Home: In the literal sense, it’s New York City. In a more interpretive sense, it’s my family and friends.

From Tufts to Diversity and Inclusion Leadership

Before coming to Tufts, Abhishek Verma, a student in the Diversity and Inclusion Leadership master’s program, was an HR professional looking to broaden his experience in the field.