Higher Education & Student Affairs (M.S.)
- Degree Levels:
- Master
Our comprehensive, practitioner-focused program will prepare you to lead and serve in a multitude of positions at colleges and universities. You'll gain in-depth knowledge and specialized skills within student life, academic affairs, athletics, administrative divisions and more. And, you'll grow as a leader.
You'll enjoy an engaging and interactive learning experience that accommodates working professionals and attend classes online when it is convenient for you.
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Program Requirements
Educational Leadership and Higher Education
Graduate Assistantships
Program Highlights
- Take courses 100 percent online, at your convenience
- Enjoy 8- and 16-week course delivery
- No work experience or GRE admission requirement
- Structured to actively connect and engage with your professors and colleagues
- Complete your program in two years
- Gain employment and a lifetime of career advancement
- Faculty are nationally recognized and published researchers
Program Distinctions
- Program offers 100% online or on-campus graduate assistantships
- Take an optional Education Abroad experience in Italy
- Participate in our Leadership Institute to explore current practices and research in the field
- St. Cloud State is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Graduate Director
Dr. Emeka IkegwuonuStudent Organizations
Popular Careers
- Administration
- Advising
- Alumni Relations
- Athletics
- Enrollment management
- Residential life
- Multicultural resource centers
- Student life and development
- Teaching
Application Deadlines
| U.S. Citizens | International Outside U.S. |
International Inside U.S. |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Jan. 15 (Priority 1) March 15 (Priority 2) Aug. 1 (Final) | Jan. 15 (Priority 1) March 15 (Priority 2) Aug. 1 (Final) | Jan. 15 (Priority 1) March 15 (Priority 2) Aug. 1 (Final) |
| Spring | December 1 | December 1 | December 1 |
| Summer | N/A | N/A | N/A |