Anthropology is a holistic science dedicated to the study of human biological and cultural diversity across time and space. Anthropologists integrate methods and theories from across the sciences, arts, and humanities to gain a deep understanding of how people live in and respond to their environments.

School psychologists play a vital role in the educational and personal development of students. They often help youth succeed in school, not only through direct support but also by designing interventions that meet the needs of students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. To that end, the Master of Arts in School Psychology program at Cal Poly Humboldt is a comprehensive three-year program of coursework, field experience, and research training. The program helps develop professionals who can apply psychological principles and empirical knowledge in a preventative, proactive, responsive, and helpful manner.

Learn the basic tools and techniques of counseling psychology. Led by supportive faculty, Cal Poly Humboldt’s M.A. in Counseling Psychology program develops the clinical, theoretical, and research skills you need to become a psychotherapist. Our program fosters professional growth, focusing on ethics and sound judgment as a mental health professional. Just as important, we address your your interpersonal skills and personal awareness, which contribute to the effectiveness of therapy. A major interest of the program is to develop greater student-therapist self- awareness and sensitivity.

A Master of Arts in English, with an emphasis in Applied English Studies, from Cal Poly Humboldt will prepare you for a range of pursuits while enhancing your critical reading, writing, teaching, research, and other scholarly skills. While developing professionally, you’ll advance your understanding of racial and social justice within the discipline, including how texts circulate among audiences and how language shapes the world. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through teaching assistantships, tutoring positions, and internships.

Cal Poly Humboldt’s M.A. in Academic Research is a highly specialized program that provides a foundation in methodology and statistics, as well as in the theoretical frameworks for the major disciplines in psychology. It’s an excellent program for students interested in research and data analysis in key areas of psychology, or for those interested in pursuing a Ph.D. Led by supportive faculty, our rigorous program is grounded in the practical experiences and theoretical backgrounds students need to be prepared for academia and the modern workforce.

The Master of Science in Kinesiology program prepares graduate students for doctoral and professional programs and careers in health, performance, and the promotion of physical activity. The program offers a Thesis or Project Option for students and is designed to strengthen the breadth and depth of the student’s academic preparation in Kinesiology and professional fields. The program incorporates theoretical, scientific, and practical knowledge in exercise, health, nutrition, sport, and physical activity as applied in preventative, clinical, educational, recreational, and commercial settings.

Geared toward working education professionals, the master’s program deepens your understanding of important issues affecting education today and helps you to develop more effective strategies to meet the needs of students of all ages.

Work closely with faculty who are dedicated to supporting your growth and success with a focus on critical pedagogy, equity and social justice, and rigorous research—all in a collaborative environment. Courses are offered exclusively online and in the evenings, providing a convenient and flexible schedule.

However, you don’t need to be a teacher or have a credential to apply. Students from all disciplines are welcome to apply!

With a focus on strategic sustainability, the M.B.A. program expands Cal Poly Humboldt’s reputation for championing sustainability into the business world. Our curriculum is designed to empower you to achieve fiscal sustainability within your organization while promoting responsible environmental stewardship and balancing societal interests.

Our rigorous, innovative, scientifically based courses provide a foundation of knowledge for effective professional practice. Employers are looking for a new type of M.B.A. graduate with the tools to drive strategic change within their organizations, and with an M.B.A. from Humboldt, you will be prepared to effectively navigate the dynamics of sustainability to achieve positive results.

If you are interested in studying life, it would be hard to find a place with a greater diversity of organisms and ecosystems to choose from than Cal Poly Humboldt. The University is surrounded by relatively pristine biological habitats that provide a wealth of challenging opportunities for study at the master’s level by the aspiring biologist, botanist, or zoologist. These habitats are home to thousands of different animals, plants, and fungi, many of which are unique to northwestern California.

Among the few programs of its kind in the nation, this one year master’s degree program is designed to develop future engineering leaders who work with and within communities to sustain, restore, and protect our environment. The program draws upon engineering, resource management, Native/Indigenous knowledges and community informed best practices to address environmental issues. It is also designed to integrate theories and methods drawn from Engineering and Native American Studies, preparing graduates to promote social responsibility and civic engagement by building partnerships and projects with Indigenous and underserved communities.