MA in Higher Education Administration (HEA)

The Higher Education Administration program is designed to provide the academic preparation and credentials necessary for college and university professionals to enhance their expertise and advance their careers. The curriculum combines aspects of theory and practice within the changing landscape of American higher education. It is suitable for individuals working in community colleges, 4-year colleges and universities-both public and private-as well as government agencies that address higher education planning and regulation.

Admission Requirements Application Website Personal statement. Resume that includes degree(s) awarded, employment history, and past/current leadership, volunteer, or other relevant involvement and experience. The program accepts students who do not have professional experience in higher education, though the Admissions Committee gives preference to applicants who have some work experience and/or student leadership experience in a higher education setting. A bachelor’s degree, applicants with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA are preferred. Applicants who have less than a 3.0 GPA are considered, in part, on the basis of their years and depth of professional experience in higher education.