Master of Student Affairs Administration at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Master of Student Affairs Administration as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for student affairs administration and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Master of Student Affairs Administration

Create change as a student affairs administrator.

Learn how you can start or advance a career in a burgeoning field with a Master of Arts in Student Affairs Administration from App State. In this program, you will gain the tools to work with diverse student bodies, foster leadership and engagement and deepen your understanding of the higher education landscape.

Position yourself for future roles as an academic advisor, a career development counselor, a diversity and social justice professional or a residence life staff member.

You will reflect on your experiences as an undergraduate student and shape your personal philosophy for supporting students.

Disciplines

LeadershipEducation/Teaching

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Student Affairs Administration at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Student Affairs Administration

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

Academic Advisor
Alumni Association: Student Engagement Coordinator
Assistant Director of Leadership Development
Assistant Director of Orientation/New Student Programs
Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs
Coordinator of Student Organizations
Assistant Director of Student Engagement/Involvement
Career Advisor/Counselor
Community Service/Service Learning Coordinator
Coordinator for LGBTQIA+ Programs and Services
Coordinator for Inclusion and Engagement
Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life
Coordinator of Student Involvement and Leadership
Program and Advising Coordinator for Second Year and Transfer Transitions
Residence Hall Director/Residence Life Coordinator
Student Activities Coordinator
Study Abroad Advisor

Employers

Appalachian State University
Belmont Abbey College
Cleveland Community College
East Tennessee State University
Elon University
Florida Gulf Coast University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia State University
Marymount University
Meredith College
Midlands Technical College
Old Dominion University
Queens University of Charlotte
Radford University
Rochester Institute of Technology
San JosÃ© State University
Savannah College of Art and Design-Atlanta
University of Alabama-Huntsville
University of Colorado-Boulder
University of Kansas
University of Lynchburg
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
University of North Dakota
University of North Georgia
University of North Florida
University of South Florida
William Peace University

About App State's Division of Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs at Appalachian State University is committed to the development of lifelong learners and leaders by engaging and challenging students within a culture of care and inclusion. The division consists of 16 units that offer activities and services to help students develop more fully by becoming global learners, fostering healthy relationships, appreciating diversity and different perspectives, understanding community responsibility, enhancing self-awareness, developing autonomy and living ethically. Learn more at studentaffairs.appstate.edu.

Career information resource

App State's Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Student Affairs Administration at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of Student Affairs Administration at Appalachian State University

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Master of Student Affairs Administration at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone