PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    The Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Morgantown campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 16, 2027.

    About PhD in Higher Education Administration

    The Higher Education Administration program is designed to enhance leadership skills and prepare students for executive, administrative (business administration, academic affairs, and student affairs), academic support, and faculty positions.

    Master of Arts (Online)

    The master's program is designed to enhance leadership skills and prepare students for administration positions within college and university settings.

    Features

    • Online graduate program 
    • Part-time or full-time enrollment options
    • Courses can be taken from any geographic location
    • Flexible program of study 
    • Synchronous online courses
    • Courses taught by full-time faculty and administrators

    Career Placement

    • Alumni have been placed in executive, administrative (business administration, academic affairs, admissions, enrollment management) and student affairs (student success, residence life, and student engagement) positions as well as nonprofit and policy organizations, and in doctoral programs.
    • According to the U.S. Bureau for Labor Statistics, higher education administration jobs are projected to grow 7% between 2018 and 2028, faster than average for all occupations.
    • Higher education administrators work at colleges, universities, community colleges, and technical schools.

    Doctor of Education

    Features

    1. Hybrid graduate program with options for online and face-to-face courses
    2. Part-time or full-time enrollment options
    3. Flexible program of study
    4. Synchronous online courses
    5. Courses taught by full-time faculty and professors
    6. The degree can be completed entirely online

    Career Placement

    • Executive, senior administrative (business administration, academic affairs, and student affairs) and faculty support placements; administrative advancement
    • Higher education administration jobs are expected to grow by 7% between 2018 and 2028, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
    • Faculty Positions
    • Policy Positions
    • Senior Institutional Leadership Positions 

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    Entry Requirements

    You must have a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution.

    The minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) is 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Some programs have higher minimum GPA requirements. Please consult with a representative from your program for details.

    Tips:

    WVU considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study. 

    Applicants with 3-year bachelor’s degrees can be reviewed for admission to graduate programs. We recommend asking your program contact if your coursework meets their expectations.

    WVU doesn’t require external credential evaluations. We can convert your GPA based on your academic records.

    WVU will accept the GPA, credential equivalency, and university recognition status from official WES ICAP evaluations if provided. This does not apply to other evaluation agencies.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply for PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University

    1. Research the admission requirements for WVU and your program

    2. Establish English language proficiency

    3. Create an account and complete the graduate application

    4. Upload unofficial transcripts and supplemental materials

    5. Pay the non-refundable $60 application fee to submit the application

    6. Check your checklist and provide any required items

    7. After application approval, send official transcript for admission

    8. Plan for your travel and arrival

    PhD in Higher Education Administration at West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Morgantown

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