Master in Human Services Online M S

Tuition costs 44,460 USD per year.

Graduates of the Master of Science in Human Services program are prepared for leadership roles across the social services, education, behavioral health management, and healthcare sectors. This 36-credit online degree is designed for professionals currently working in counseling, psychology, or related fields who aspire to advance into management or specialized support roles in public and private organizations.

Distinctive Program Design

Unlike clinical mental health tracks, this curriculum focuses on the broader application of human services, offering a flexible path for those who do not require licensure for clinical practice. Students gain a deep understanding of human behavior, neurobiology, and ethics, while benefiting from a program that shares core coursework with the University's MS in Mental Health Counseling. The experience culminates in a capstone project, where students demonstrate their mastery of professional competencies through the application of research and theory to contemporary challenges in the field.

New England College is celebrating its 80th year in 2026. The college serves more than 5,000 undergraduate, graduate, and online students each year. Its educational approach brings together transformative education, critical thinking, civic engagement, and career development. These priorities connect study with preparation for a meaningful life and give students a clear sense of NEC's academic focus.

Academic options span more than 60 associate and bachelor's degree programs, over 20 master's programs, and doctoral programs with multiple tracks. Students can also choose from more than 30 online and graduate programs, alongside executive offerings for working professionals. The college includes an Institute of Art and Design. Its three-year BSN offers an Earn While You Learn model, allowing students to start working in healthcare while completing the degree. Associate, bachelor's, master's, executive, doctoral, and pre-college pathways are available.

The main address is 98 Bridge Street in Henniker, New Hampshire, where campus visits and tours provide a way to experience NEC in person. Student life includes more than 20 NCAA Division III teams, recreational sports, and esports, as well as a revitalized athletics center. International students join a community drawn from 86+ countries. Online and graduate formats provide additional study options for students seeking flexibility, while on-campus applicants can explore the Henniker setting and campus experience.