Penn’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology

Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, Penn’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology

Learn from leaders in the field from anywhere in the world

Developed by one of the founders of positive psychology, Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, the University of Pennsylvania’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology program educates students at the cutting edge of this transformative field. A background in psychology is not required for this degree; our community of students and alumni from around the world includes professionals from a variety of fields such as healthcare, human resources, and education. With interactive distance learning modules combined with monthly weekend sessions, you can pursue a full-time master’s degree without relocating to Philadelphia or interrupting your career.

  • Dive into the history, theory, and methods of applied positive psychology with leaders in the field
  • Complete nine graduate courses, including a capstone project, in one year of full-time study
  • Balance your personal, professional, and academic goals in a low-residency, hybrid format
  • Enjoy extensive peer collaboration and hands-on instruction both on-campus and online
  • Build enduring connections with classmates and faculty members in diverse professional domains
  • Design research-informed applications that directly benefit real-world organizations
  • Customize your culminating capstone project to transform your workplace or community
Alla Klymenko, 2023 Christopher Peterson Memorial Fellowship Recipient

Psychologist, author, motivational speaker

Alla Klymenko is bringing positive psychology to her fellow Ukrainians with an online course developed alongside the positive psychology community.

Lai Wai Man (Norris), 2023 Bei Shan Tang Scholarship Recipient

Vice-principal (Student Development and Support) of Ying Wa College

Norris Lai is the first in-service teacher to receive the Bei Shan Tang Scholarship. The MAPP program provided her tools to support well-being in Hong Kong schools—starting at the top.