What You’ll Learn
Students will learn about the history, foundations, laws, and policies affecting higher education. They will also focus on building effective systems, processes and supports for students and faculty, finance and planning, and evaluation and assessment. Diversity and leadership in higher education frame the coursework throughout the program.
The MSEd in Higher Education Administration is designed for students who work or aspire to work in a higher education setting requiring graduate level knowledge and credentials for career competence and advancement in the field of higher education administration.
Curriculum
Delivery Mode:
- 100% Online
The MSEd in Higher Education Administration provides students with a relevant curricular pathway through foundational core courses in higher education administration and opportunities to explore special interest area electives.
Curriculum & Learning OutcomesCareer Outlook
Colleges and universities today need skilled administrators to negotiate complex environments. Our graduates will be poised to work in two- and four-year, public and private colleges, and higher education service agencies, organizations, and associations.
They also may work in administrative and management positions, focused on creating processes and structures to provide supports and services to faculty, staff, and students to increase student engagement and success, and managing teams, offices, and divisions to achieve their goals.
A master’s degree in Higher Education Administration also prepares you for doctoral studies.
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Application Process
All applicants must complete the multi-step process managed by the Center for Graduate Studies.
- Determine your applicant type
- Submit application
- Request all official transcripts
- Review and submit required application materials through the Application Status Portal
- International applicants must also submit international materials
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Deadlines
Spring Semester: December 1
Summer Semester: April 15
Fall Semester: August 15Complete applications received after the published deadline are welcome and will be reviewed on a space-available basis.
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Experience While You Study
All of our students must complete experiential learning experience in the form of a capstone internship for 3 credits.
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Financing Your Education
Learn more about scholarships, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.
What’s Next?
Start Your Application
Complete our multi-part application with the Center for Graduate Studies.
Apply Now