If you're considering applying to the Kroc School, now is the time to start preparing your application. The deadline for the upcoming Fall term is quickly approaching, with applications due on January 19th, 2023. Applications received by this deadline are given priority consideration for scholarship distribution.
Offering master's programs in peace and justice, conflict management and resolution, and social innovation, the Kroc School's graduate programs can help you kickstart or advance your career in peace and justice work.
One of the standout features of the Kroc School's graduate programs is our commitment to practical, hands-on learning. Students can participate in fieldwork, internships, and experiential learning opportunities, gaining valuable experience and building professional networks within the peacebuilding field. The Kroc School's faculty members are highly regarded in their areas of expertise, providing students with the opportunity to learn from and work with thought leaders in peacebuilding, conflict management, and social innovation.
Whether you're just starting to explore your options or you've already decided that the Kroc School is the right fit for you, it's essential to give yourself plenty of time to put together a strong application. This means gathering transcripts, writing essays, and gathering letters of recommendation. Take a look at our guide, "5 Tips to Help You Ace Your Graduate School Application" before preparing your application.
If you're passionate about making a difference in the world and are looking for a graduate program that will challenge and support you, the Kroc School of Peace Studies may be the right fit for you. Not sure? Schedule a meeting with a member of our admissions team to learn more. Don't wait until the last minute to get your application in — start working on it now and give yourself the best chance of being accepted to the Kroc School.

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The Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies (Kroc School) at the University of San Diego is the global hub for peacebuilding and social innovation. Founded in 2007, the Kroc School equips the next generation of innovative changemakers to shape more peaceful and just societies. We offer master's degrees in peace and justice, social innovation, humanitarian action, conflict management and resolution, and a dual degree in peace and law — programs that have attracted diverse and dynamic students from more than 50 countries. In addition to our graduate programs, the Kroc School is home to the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ). Founded in 2001, the Institute supports positive change beyond the classroom. Through groundbreaking research, experiential learning, and forward-thinking programs, the Kroc School and Kroc IPJ are shaping a future in which peaceful co-existence is the new normal.