Graduate Programs Overview

Lehman College offers more than 100 graduate programs across the liberal arts and sciences, health sciences, business, and teacher education. These programs provide qualified students with the opportunity to pursue advanced study in their chosen fields, emphasizing academic breadth and depth, original research, and professional preparation.

Graduate students at Lehman benefit from close collaboration with faculty mentors, engaging in hands-on learning and diverse research initiatives. With a strong commitment to access and flexibility, Lehman’s graduate programs are designed to meet the needs of working professionals. Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including in-person, hybrid, and fully online options.

Lehman College offers a wide range of master’s degrees, including:

• Master of Arts (M.A.)

• Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)

• Master of Science (M.S.)

• Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

• Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)

• Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.)

Doctoral programs include:

• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership, Development, and Change

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) – Family Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Human Performance and Fitness

In addition to its degree offerings, Lehman provides several Advanced Certificate programs in specialized areas of study.

A full list of graduate programs is available under the Programs tab of the Graduate Bulletin.