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Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Master Degrees & Certificates in Spiritual Direction

Merrimack’s graduate programs in spirituality will prepare you for a life of spiritual exploration, engagement, and service. Whether for your personal growth or to be better equipped to help others connect more deeply with their spiritual lives, the graduate degrees and certificates at Merrimack offer you several options. Acquire the theological knowledge and religious experience needed to understand how to put spirituality and faith into practice and support others on their spiritual journeys.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

SPIRITUALITY PROGRAMS TO FIT YOUR GOALS

Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

On-Campus or Online  |  Scholarships Available

Ready to take the next step?

Katherine G. M'23
MASTER OF ARTS IN SPIRITUAL DIRECTION 

315 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA 01845
(978) 837-3563

Study full- or part-time

Most of our spirituality programs offer synchronous classes that you can attend online or in-person. Study full- or part-time.

Exceptional Faculty

Learn from accomplished faculty dedicated to helping you from the time you consider enrolling all the way through the finish line of graduation.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

Experience-Based

Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

Experience-Based

Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Personalized

With a flexible curriculum tailor your master’s degree to fit your personal and professional interests and passions.

LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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LOREM IPSUM PROGRAMS OR CAREER-FOCUSED

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(If needed) On-campus
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(If needed) On-campus
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CAREER-FOCUSED MASTER DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

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Online
In this certificate program, you’ll explore different religious teachings about contemplation, compassion and care, and their place in the workplace; identify how work can support a sense of self, meaning and purpose; and engage in critical analysis of the dimensions of the workplace that impact an employee’s inner life.

On-campus or Online                  The Certificate in Interfaith Spirituality can be beneficial to a wide range of roles, whether you work in healthcare, business, the nonprofit sector and more. You will be prepared to understand the similarities and differences between major religions and traditions and use that knowledge to advance in your current role.

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ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS GRADUATE PROGRAMS 
THAT FIT YOUR GOALS

• Accounting, M.S. (Online)

• Business Analytics, M.S. (Online)

• Data Science & Business Analytics, (Online Certificate)

• Management, M.S. (Online or Hybrid)

• Community Engagement, M.Ed. (Online or On-campus) 

• Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S.

• Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (With Police Academy)

• Educational Leadership, C.A.G.S.

• Higher Education, M.Ed.
  

• School Counseling, M.Ed.
  

• Social Work, MSW
  

• Teacher Education, M.Ed (Online or On-campus)

• Athletic Training, M.S.

• Community Health Education, M.S.

• Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.

• Health & Wellness Management, M.S.

• Healthcare Analytics, M.S. (Online)

• Nutrition & Human Performance, M.S.

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.

• Communication, M.A.

• Public Affairs, M.P.A.

• Spiritual Direction, M.A.

• Spirituality, M.A.

• Biology, M.S.

• Civil Engineering, M.S.

• Computer Science, M.S.

• Data Science, M.S. (Online)
  

• Data Science (Online Certificate)

• Engineering Management, M.S.

• Engineering Management, M.S. (Online)

• Mechanical Engineering, M.S.

Among believers and spiritual seekers from many religious traditions, there is a growing awareness of the importance of spirituality. There is a need for spiritual directors who can accompany and help others explore their faith.

On-campus or Online
This program will enrich your understanding of Christianity and other faiths worldwide and empower you as a spiritual teacher, guide, or director. You will help others enhance their spiritual life and better navigate personal and societal challenges.

On-campus or Online
This program will prepare you to guide others through their understanding of faith and its transformative effects on people, communities, ethical behavior and the environment.

On-campus or Online
Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll emerge with the knowledge, skills, and insights you’ll need for a fulfilling career as an empowered spiritual director, counseling and supporting others in their spiritual journey.

Flexible

With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.

Affordable

With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.

Supportive

Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.

DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE

Practical

Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.

At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.

A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL

U.S. News & 
World Report 
2020 #46 Best Regional 
Universities/North

The Princeton Review 
2020 Best Regional College

Money magazine 
2018 Most Transformative College

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2020 Top 10 Most Innovative School 
Regional Universities/North

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At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.

A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL

U.S. News & World Report 
2024 #33 Best Regional Universities/North

The Princeton Review 
2024 Best Regional College

The Chronicle of Higher Education Fastest-Growing Private Nonprofit Institution - Master’s

Money Magazine 
2023 Most Transformative College

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