Higher Education Administration - Master's
Love College? Make Higher Education Your Career Choice!
Prepare for a rewarding career supporting college students and shaping the future of higher education. The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education– Student Affairs is a fully online, synchronous 30-credit-hour program designed for working professionals and aspiring practitioners. Offered in both full-time and part-time formats, the program provides academic rigor, practical experience and mentorship from expert faculty to help you build the knowledge and skills needed for career success.
Whether enrolled full-time or part-time, students engage in real-time virtual classes that foster meaningful connections with faculty and peers, combining theory, research and practical experience. Graduates are well-prepared for a wide range of entry-level and early career positions across student affairs and higher education administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must submit the online Graduate School application (usm.edu/graduate-admissions) and $60 application fee, official transcripts, statement of purpose, résumé, and three letters of recommendation.
No. We accept any undergraduate degree major as long as the applicant has a 2.75/4.00 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
The program admits students in fall, spring and summer semesters.
The program is designed to be completed part-time (approximately two years) or full-time (approximately one year).
Yes! The program is delivered completely online utilizing synchronous class meetings in the evenings.
No. Online programs are charged the in-state tuition rate, plus a $30 per credit hour online delivery fee.
Experienced Faculty Who Enjoy Teaching and Mentoring Emerging Professionals
Higher Education faculty are skilled practitioners and productive researchers in the areas of higher education and student affairs. Their research interests include health literacy and education, cultural competence, professional practice, student life – historical and current, social justice in higher education, and the history of higher education. Faculty work collaboratively with students to publish articles and co-present research at numerous national conferences.
Availability
| Degree Plan | Availability |
|---|---|
| Higher Education (Student Affairs Administration) MEd | Online 100% |
Our Faculty
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Dr. Holly Foster
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Dr. Masha Krsmanovic
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Dr. Andrew Herridge
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Dr. Kaity Prieto
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Dr. Shana Oates
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Dr. Abby Lukens
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Dr. Jacci Rivard
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