Loyola Leads the Way
Loyola Leads the Way
Innovative Graduate Programs at SCPS
In a strategic move to further its mission of educational access and uphold Jesuit values, Loyola University Chicago's School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) recently unveiled a full suite of graduate programs, positioning itself as a leader in the field. This expansion aligns closely with the University's strategic plan, focusing on interdisciplinary graduate degrees and corporate education to address the evolving needs of the workforce.
Over the last hundred years, SCPS has successfully served non-traditional, working adult students with accessible undergraduate programs and online learning. Building upon this solid foundation, the school is now shifting its focus to cater to the growing demand for graduate education. The school's strategic plan emphasizes the importance of corporate education, interdisciplinary graduate degrees, and flexible credentialing through stackable certificates, micro-credentials, and non-credit training.
Maggie Ozan-Rafferty, DHA, RN, a scholar within the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Instructional Design program shares, "What attracted me to the program was the flexible online options and the amazing professors that are responsive, experts in their field."
With our flexible courses and focus on affordability and accessibility, you can launch yourself into a new career or position yourself to capture new professional possibilities.
The decision to introduce a variety of Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degrees marks a significant step towards fulfilling this vision. These programs are specifically designed for corporate and working adult learners, offering applied and practical skills tailored to various industries. The inclusion of hands-on learning, capstone projects, and internships ensures that students develop problem-solving, communication, and critical reasoning skills crucial in today's dynamic work environment.
SCPS's collaboration with other University units and the creation of interdisciplinary programs demonstrate its commitment to enlarging the adult and professional learner population at Loyola. By developing collaborative approaches, the school aims to meet market needs and trends while addressing major challenges of our time. Strengthening internal and external partnerships will be pivotal in this endeavor.
The strategic plan also emphasizes alignment with the University's goals, particularly in the areas of caring for the whole person and extraordinary academics and research. SCPS is dedicated to recruiting, engaging, retaining, and supporting students, providing equitable financial assistance, and leveraging the strength of distance education and online learning.
"What attracted me to the program was the flexible online options and the amazing professors that are responsive, experts in their field." Maggie Ozan-Rafferty, DHA, RN
When alum Krystal Westmoreland, BA ‘18, MPS ‘23 reflects on her capstone project she shares, “It's almost feels like that Miss Frizzle statement where they take chances making mistakes, getting messy and the capstone class allowed me to do that. It gave me that room to breathe and grow and to dive deeper, not only into the course itself, but also into my career.”
As SCPS takes this bold step to expand its graduate offerings, it not only anticipates significant enrollment growth but also envisions a positive social impact. By fostering social justice through collaborations and initiatives, SCPS aims to contribute to the resolution of urgent and complex social problems, aligning with the University's mission to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice, and faith. In doing so, it solidifies Loyola as a forward-thinking institution, paving the way for the future of adult and professional education.
Graduate Programs
Pairing a high-quality education with a supportive environment backed by more than 100 years of educating adult learners, SCPS is empowering, inspiring, and motivating students to pursue new career goals and capture new possibilities.
Discover Your CallingIn a strategic move to further its mission of educational access and uphold Jesuit values, Loyola University Chicago's School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) recently unveiled a full suite of graduate programs, positioning itself as a leader in the field. This expansion aligns closely with the University's strategic plan, focusing on interdisciplinary graduate degrees and corporate education to address the evolving needs of the workforce.
Over the last hundred years, SCPS has successfully served non-traditional, working adult students with accessible undergraduate programs and online learning. Building upon this solid foundation, the school is now shifting its focus to cater to the growing demand for graduate education. The school's strategic plan emphasizes the importance of corporate education, interdisciplinary graduate degrees, and flexible credentialing through stackable certificates, micro-credentials, and non-credit training.
Maggie Ozan-Rafferty, DHA, RN, a scholar within the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Instructional Design program shares, "What attracted me to the program was the flexible online options and the amazing professors that are responsive, experts in their field."
The decision to introduce a variety of Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degrees marks a significant step towards fulfilling this vision. These programs are specifically designed for corporate and working adult learners, offering applied and practical skills tailored to various industries. The inclusion of hands-on learning, capstone projects, and internships ensures that students develop problem-solving, communication, and critical reasoning skills crucial in today's dynamic work environment.
SCPS's collaboration with other University units and the creation of interdisciplinary programs demonstrate its commitment to enlarging the adult and professional learner population at Loyola. By developing collaborative approaches, the school aims to meet market needs and trends while addressing major challenges of our time. Strengthening internal and external partnerships will be pivotal in this endeavor.
The strategic plan also emphasizes alignment with the University's goals, particularly in the areas of caring for the whole person and extraordinary academics and research. SCPS is dedicated to recruiting, engaging, retaining, and supporting students, providing equitable financial assistance, and leveraging the strength of distance education and online learning.
When alum Krystal Westmoreland, BA ‘18, MPS ‘23 reflects on her capstone project she shares, “It's almost feels like that Miss Frizzle statement where they take chances making mistakes, getting messy and the capstone class allowed me to do that. It gave me that room to breathe and grow and to dive deeper, not only into the course itself, but also into my career.”
As SCPS takes this bold step to expand its graduate offerings, it not only anticipates significant enrollment growth but also envisions a positive social impact. By fostering social justice through collaborations and initiatives, SCPS aims to contribute to the resolution of urgent and complex social problems, aligning with the University's mission to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice, and faith. In doing so, it solidifies Loyola as a forward-thinking institution, paving the way for the future of adult and professional education.