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Agriculture and food connect us to our environment and to one another – locally and globally. At Chatham’s Master of Arts in Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism (MFSST) program, you will spend one year in Chatham’s Food Studies program and one year in the Tropical Agricultural Research and Education Center (CATIE)’s Sustainable International Tourism program in Costa Rica. You will build knowledge through hands-on experience in two established and renowned programs across borders, working towards sustainability in environmental, agricultural, and culinary tourism.
Priority deadline for fall enrollment is February 1. Submit all materials by this date for fellowship and assistantship consideration. Regular deadline for fall enrollment is July 1. Regular deadline for spring enrollment is November 1.
Chatham's MA in Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism requires 39 credits (21 credits at Chatham and 18 credits at CATIE), which can be completed in 2 years of full-time study.
During their year in Costa Rica, MFSST students will build lifetime connections with an international academic network focused on inclusive green development and solutions to global sustainability challenges.
Join us for an upcoming event to learn more about the MFSST program and Chatham's Falk School of Sustainability & Environment.
Chatham’s MFSST program partners with CATIE, a leading institution in Latin America and the Caribbean. With over 75 years in sustainable agriculture and rural development, CATIE enhances our program by providing innovative research, hands-on learning, and an international network focused on green development and global sustainability solutions.
Chatham University's Masters in Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism (MFSST) requires 39 credits and can be completed in two years of full-time study, with 21 credits at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA and 18 credits at CATIE in Costa Rica. A part-time enrollment option for the year at Chatham is also available. For more details on the curriculum progression, click the button below.
Explore MFSST Curriculum : Checkerboard 1 - Courses & CurriculumLocated 20 minutes north of Pittsburgh, Chatham's Eden Hall is the world's first academic community built from the ground up for sustainability. The grounds and infrastructure support research and learning around energy and climate; water and aquaculture; food and agriculture; community and health; and design and planning. The farm produces thousands of pounds of food for our campus cafeterias, culinary courses, community meals, and food pantries on and off campus.
Explore Eden Hall Farm : Checkerboard 2 - Eden Hall
Students in Chatham’s Master of Arts in Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism (MFSST) program will spend one year in the Tropical Agricultural Research and Education Center (CATIE)’s Sustainable International Tourism program in Costa Rica. [additional text TK]
Chatham's Food Studies and Sustainable Tourism faculty members are accomplished teachers, scholars, practitioners, and active leaders in the field. They serve as mentors and advisors and are there for you every step of the way.
Meet the Faculty : Checkerboard 4 - Program FacultySince the start of Chatham University’s Master of Food Studies program, students have been touring the Pittsburgh coffee purveyor La Prima Espresso Company. Collaborations with local businesses, government, non-profits, farms, purveyors, and restaurants across the region provide students with hands-on, experiential learning that sets the Falk School apart.
Watch Falk School Videos : Checkerboard 5 - Partnerships in Pennsylvania
An affiliate of Chatham food studies programs, CRAFT provides individuals, organizations, and businesses with resources, learning opportunities, and technical assistance on food systems, regional food cultures, and sustainable economies. It also offers ample opportunities for students to be involved in assistantships, research, and project engagement.
Learn About CRAFT : Checkerboard 6 - Center for Regional Agricultural, Food, and Transformation (CRAFT)
The cost of a graduate degree consists of university tuition (per credit charge), fees, and any other personal expenses you may require for earning your degree. Chatham also offers a 20% corporate partner discount, graduate assistantships, and professional campus work positions for many graduate programs that can help make a Chatham graduate education more affordable. Our Financial Aid and Admissions offices will also work with you to understand loan and financing options available.
Explore Tuition & Funding : Checkerboard 7 - Tuition & Funding
Learn more about Chatham's MFSST program admissions process, requirements, and information for international applicants.
View Admission Requirements : Checkerboard 8 - Admission Requirements
Start the next steps in your graduate journey at Chatham University by visiting campus or attending upcoming events. Join virtual info sessions, open houses, or admitted student sessions to learn about our programs and the application process, interact with faculty, and experience the Chatham community. Click the button below to view the schedule and register, and email graduate@chatham.edu with any questions.
View Graduate Event Schedule : Checkerboard 9 - Visits & Events
Find out about Chatham's Agroecology Demonstration Garden, a student-focused garden at Eden Hall Campus where they pursue projects that illustrate what they're learning in class.
Find out about Chatham's Agroecology Demonstration Garden, a student-focused garden at Eden Hall Campus where they pursue projects that illustrate what they're learning in class.
Find out about Chatham's Agroecology Demonstration Garden, a student-focused garden at Eden Hall Campus where they pursue projects that illustrate what they're learning in class.
