Graduate and Professional Studies

"Higher education can sometimes feel inaccessible, and with the Newport MFA, you can do it all. I loved that this program allowed me to balance work and my writing. It offered a flexible, independent structure that was perfect for my life at the time.” Read more about Nicole's Salve journey.

"Going into my career, I felt very well prepared, and I seemed to be adjusting quicker than some students who came from different universities. Rather than just learning about criminal law and procedure and the American judicial system, I learned what it would really be like to be a part of it. The faculty did an amazing job of building the whole person. It wasn’t just about academics – it was about preparing us for real-world challenges. Salve gave me everything I needed to get to where I am today." Read more about Keller's Salve experience.

"After working throughout Latin America and Spain for close to two decades in the field of international education and citizen diplomacy, I knew a Ph.D. was necessary to reach the next level in my career. Dr. Giannakos is a dynamic director, and the faculty are ready to meet you where you are while helping you define and achieve your goals. I especially appreciated the truly global scope - offering deep, critical engagement with political systems, cultural dynamics and international challenges across diverse regions. This interdisciplinary breadth and depth enabled me to approach the next stage of my career with a more informed, comparative and culturally sensitive perspective."

"Salve's humanities and technology program sharpened my skills in analysis, argumentation and expressive writing. It honed my understanding and ability to discuss how technology affects our everyday lives. The program provided all of this, plus a significant cohort to work with while caring and thoughtful faculty helped guide us on our journey of knowledge and awareness. The coursework and positive environment that the program provides gave me the confidence to publish multiple academic articles in several areas of the humanities and technology. The humanities and technology program is more than a collection of courses and a degree. It offers new pathways for understanding our world today and our human place in it."

"My experience Salve's MBA program was truly transformative. The program gave me the skills, confidence, and vision to launch my own business, NOSOLO, which is dedicated to creating fashion-forward clothing with a purpose: supporting mental health. At the same time, it helped me grow and excel in my full-time role in the golf apparel industry, where I focus on developing the best performance golf products on the market — working directly with players at every level, including tour professionals. What made the biggest impact at Salve was the personal connection with the professors and the supportive, tight-knit learning community. The faculty weren’t just teaching — they were actively helping me apply what I was learning to real-world challenges in both my entrepreneurial journey and my professional career. That hands-on, values-driven approach sharpened my problem-solving, expanded my leadership abilities, and pushed me to think bigger about how I could make a meaningful impact. The lessons I gained at Salve continue to shape both my brand and my work in the golf world every day."