BA in Philanthropic Studies in Indianapolis United States | Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis

Your deep commitment to community, service, and making an impact likely means you resist being confined to a single job title or industry. Our degree programs perfectly align with purpose-driven students like you.

Earning a philanthropic studies degree empowers you to create meaningful change across diverse fields including education, healthcare, social work, environmental causes, animal welfare, arts, and faith-based initiatives. As the world's first school of its kind, the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy stands at the forefront. Our faculty equip students and professionals with the tools to drive innovation, leadership, and sustainable global impact.

We'll provide the foundational knowledge and skills to become visionary leaders. You'll gain hands-on experience through internships and international study opportunities. Upon graduation, you'll be ready to launch a rewarding career in the nonprofit world. Transform your passion into your life's work with our pioneering undergraduate program - the first Bachelor of Arts in Philanthropic Studies degree worldwide. Your diploma will unlock exciting pathways, whether you aspire to nonprofit leadership or advanced academic pursuits.