There is much to learn and consider when applying to graduate school. You should consult this website and the websites of other Villanova graduate programs you are interested in for information about admissions criteria, curriculum requirements, course offerings, resources for students, and other discipline-specific details. Or contact the Office of Graduate Studies with questions about applying to Villanova.
The M.S. in Human Resource Development degree features a proven and comprehensive program. Your coursework will provide a practical environment where you will perform many of the activities that practitioners in the field encounter.
You can build upon the core curriculum by selecting from a wide range of elective courses to tailor your study to your particular interest in one of the SHRM Disciplines - Labor Relations, Staffing Management, Employee Development, Compensation, Technology, Employee Reations and more.
In addition to the assistanships and funding options offered through the Graduate Studies Office, qualified prospective students may also appy for
The James V. Tabb Rohm and Haas Graduate Fellowship established through a generous donation made by the Rohm and Haas Company in 1995 as a tribute to James V. Tabb. The Fellowship is typically held for either one semester or one calendar year and provides tuition remission and a stipend.
The Fellowship is typically awarded to the full-time student with the strongest academic credentials who applies for the fellowship. Holders of the Fellowship have undergraduate GPA averages above 3.5 and additional strong supporting credentials. Please contact the HRD department for full details of this program or other special funding that may be available.
Additionally, prospective students can apply for external scholarships through the national SHRM organization or its' locally affiliated groups. For example, The Greater Valley Forge Human Resources Association yearly offers competitive scholarships ($2,000 undergraduate, $3,500 graduate). Details can be found at www.gvfhra.org.
If you are planning to relocate to the Philadelphia area for your graduate program, you will enjoy one of the best college towns in the United States! Students and graduates can connect to a wealth of corporate and community resources.
