Naropa University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA Transpersonal Psychology: Ecopsychology

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

Ecopsychology integrates psychology and ecology in the study of human-nature relationships. At Naropa University, contemplative practice and transpersonal psychology provide a foundation for this integration, and the result is a unique contemplative and transpersonal orientation. Course work integrates theory, experience and contemplative practice in the study of ecopsychology, ecology, transpersonal psychology and meditative practices. Students complete both intellectual and service-learning projects. The Ecopsychology program does not result in a clinical degree.

Accreditation:

Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

*Standard graduate admissions requirements
*Strong writing skills (as demonstrated in the admissions essay and letters of recommendation)
*A demonstrated capacity for self-direction

*A demonstrated capacity to join in and contribute to an interactive learning community that functions most of the time at a distance
*Clear goals for wanting to pursue the MATP that can be reasonably met by the program
*Technology form. Prospective students must have the technical capacity to take online courses
*Specific admission considerations include the following:
-experience and goals
-contemplative interest and personal awareness
-clarity of intellect and academic background
-community and communication
-resourcefulness

# of Credits Required:

38

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

810.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Other Specialized Institutions

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999