Online Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs
REQUIRED COURSES
Many Career Paths, One Goal: Student Success Prepare for a meaningful career supporting students beyond the classroom. Whether you are a current student affairs professional or new to this rewarding field, you will develop the expertise to help people and learning communities thrive. Pathways for graduates include advising, financial aid, residential life, academic support, athletics, wellness programs, campus safety, and more. This versatile degree also positions you to lead and innovate as the role of student affairs continues to evolve.
ASYNCHRONOUS COURSES and CURRICULUM ALIGNED WITH PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
ED 520
History and Foundations of Higher Education
ED 540
College Student Populations
ED 570
Student Well-Being
ED 572
Fundamental Counseling Theory and Techniques
ED 660
College Student Development
ED 673
Research in Human Services
ED 690
Leadership and Management in Higher Education
ED 695
Legal and Ethical Issues in Higher Education
ED 770
Practicum I in Higher Education
ED 771
Practicum II in Higher Education
Electives
2 Elective Courses
Each course is three credits.
Program at a Glance
Coursework in the online M.S. in Higher Education and Student Affairs program is grounded in competencies from NASPA—Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education and ACPA—College Student Educators International. In addition to eight core courses designed to build foundational knowledge vital to student support, you will complete two supervised practica and choose two electives tailored to your career goals.
100% Online Courses | 2-3 Years 36 Credits | No GRE Required
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Future-focused curriculum that reflects the changing role of student affairs in higher education.
Two supervised practica working with students and administrators in academic settings.
Led by practitioner-scholars with deep expertise in student outreach and education policy.
Asynchronous courses and a quality education at a low cost. Transfer up to 12 credits.