The Master's of Education in Higher Education is designed to prepare students for success in entry- and mid-career level professional positions within a variety of postsecondary education contexts. The program emphasizes the integration of theoretical foundations, principles of practice, and reflective professional experiences.
Students admitted into the Higher Education master's program may focus in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Practice in Higher Education, or Intercollegiate Athletic Administration. Although coursework in the three areas may vary according to student's individual plan, the objectives remain consistent throughout the program:
- Theoretical Foundation: An integration and application of the theoretical foundations of higher education; this may include economic, political, sociology, psychology, leadership, and organizational theory.
- Principles of Practice: Coursework that develops and refines core competencies for student affairs, general administration, and athletic administration work in colleges and universities and other postsecondary settings.
- Reflective Professional Experience: Professional student affairs, general administration, and athletic internships that lead to successful work in the specialized functional areas of higher education; the experience includes development of a professional philosophy and career plan, and introduction to major professional and service organizations.
