Master of Applied Positive Psychology

Financing your education

It’s never too early to make a plan for financing your education. It is recommended that you start researching your eligibility and loan options as soon as possible. Visit these resources on Penn websites and federal websites to guide you through the process.

Each year, we invite world-class researchers and practitioners from around the world to provide instruction for the Master of Applied Positive Psychology program. Together, faculty from the University of Pennsylvania and other preeminent leaders in positive psychology gather to offer students the very best education in the field.

Your tuition in the Master of Applied Positive Psychology Program at the University of Pennsylvania is calculated at a per semester rate. Tuition is based on the program schedule at the rates listed in the table below.

All tuition and fee charges are subject to the approval of the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania and may change without notice.

Tuition and Fee Rates for Master of Applied Positive Psychology Program Students

One of the most distinctive features of the Master of Applied Positive Psychology degree is our innovative hybrid program delivery model. The format includes intensive on-site classes about one weekend each month, followed by interactive distance learning modules over the intervening weeks. In the fall and spring semesters, on-sites 1, 3, and 5 will be delivered on our Philadelphia campus and on-sites 2 and 4 will be delivered on our virtual campus. Synchronous attendance for all on-sites is required.

Application deadline

Thank you for your interest in the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program! MAPP is designed for individuals from a variety of backgrounds and requires no specific prerequisite courses. We start a new cohort every fall! Your application portfolio, including all transcripts, must be received by the following deadline.