B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership

Where passion meets purpose

Set in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is the world’s first school dedicated to educating, training, and empowering the next generation of nonprofit professionals, social entrepreneurs, change makers, and social justice advocates to create positive change globally.

What drives you—and how you choose to lead—that’s the story only you can write.

Ask our students what causes they want to work for, and you’ll find many different answers: the arts, mental health, social justice, the environment, animal welfare, improving the lives of veterans—and so much more.

Whether you plan to join the workforce or continue on to graduate school, our small school size and many opportunities for experiential learning mean you will graduate prepared to make a difference in the world.

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You won’t just learn about changing the world—you’ll actually start doing it.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

- Gain hands-on experience through internships

- Study abroad

- Make a difference in your community

- Explore global challenges and solutions

- Build leadership and innovation skills

- Support the causes you care about

- Learn how sectors work together for change

- Join cutting-edge research projects

- Study with expert, multidisciplinary faculty

Career preparation and development

Tools and resources to help you prepare for your career and leadership roles upon graduation.

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