Philanthropic Studies (PHST) Major
Philanthropic Studies provides a theoretical framework and practical knowledge about voluntary action and organizations
that support the giving of “time, talent, and treasure” in society. Students will acquire the ability to discern and pursue
ethical and value-based actions and ideas to improve society. Understanding the meaning and role of philanthropy and
nonprofit organizations has implications on a variety of career paths. This degree program will prepare students for entrylevel positions in philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, as well as roles in the business and government sector, and
will support students who want to integrate their commitment to others into their professional work. The Bachelor’s degree
offers an opportunity for students to understand the cultural traditions of voluntary action and to practice working with
others towards the common good.
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Philanthropic Studies (PHST) requires satisfactory completion of the
following:
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Completion of general education and distribution requirements as indicated in the School of Liberal Arts section of
the IUPUI bulletin that was current when the student declared a major in Philanthropic Studies.
Completion of a total of 33 credit hours, with a minimum grade of C in each course.
Major Requirements:
______Choose one of the following courses:
 PHST-P 201: Introduction to Philanthropic Studies
(3 cr.) (recommended for declared majors)
 PHST-P 105: Giving and Volunteering in America
(3 cr.)
_____Choose at least one of the following:
 PHST-P 210: Philanthropy and the Social Sciences
(3 cr.)
 PHST-P 211: Philanthropy and the Humanities
(3 cr.)
 PHST-P 212: Philanthropy and Civic Engagement
(3 cr.)
Complete all of the following required courses:
_____ PHST-P 301: Contemporary Contexts for and
Approaches to Philanthropy (3 cr.)
_____ PHST-P 401: Ethics and Values of Philanthropy
(3 cr.)
_____ PHST-P 450: Capstone Seminar in Philanthropic
Studies (3 cr.)
_____ SPEA-V 458: Fund Development for Nonprofit
Organizations (3 cr.)
_____ PHST-P 490: Internship in Philanthropic Studies
(3 cr.)
_____Choose 12 credits from the following Advanced
Courses:
 ANTH-E 411: Wealth, Exchange, and Power in
Anthropological Perspectives (3 cr.)
 ECON-E 414: Economics of the Nonprofit Sector
(3 cr.)
 ENG-L 373: Interdisciplinary Approaches to English
and American Literature I: Philanthropy and
Literature (3 cr.)
 PHST-P430: History of Philanthropy (3 cr.)
 PHIL-P 326: Ethical Theory (3 cr.)
 PHST-P 330: Topics in Philanthropic Studies (3 cr.)
 PHST-P 375: Philanthropy, Calling, and Community
(3 cr.)
 PHST-P 430: Topics in Philanthropic Studies (3 cr.)
 REL-R 379: Religion and Philanthropy (3 cr.)
 REL-R 393: Comparative Religious Ethics (3 cr.)
 SPEA-V 362: Nonprofit Management and
Leadership (3 cr.)
 SOC-R330: Community (3 cr.)
 Other courses may be able to substitute for electives
with approval from the Director
Program Contacts:
Tyrone Freeman, Director of Undergraduate Programs tyfreema@iupui.edu, (317) 278-8974
Pamela Clark, Director of Student Services & Admissions pamelac@iupui.edu, (317) 278-8927
The Indiana University School of Philanthropy, (317) 274-4200
550 West North Street, Suite 301 Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-3272
www.philanthropy.iupui.edu
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