Prepare for skilled leadership and management within higher education and help shape the institutions that shape our future.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus (Hybrid)
- Online
Why Earn a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration?
- Flexible, fully online program option.
- Ranked #2 in the nation and “Best Part-Time Program” (Intelligent.com).
- Simple application with no required test scores.
- Start soon with new cohorts every semester.
- 36 credit hours to completion.
Acquire the advanced knowledge and skills you need to step into positions of greater leadership and responsibility in higher education. Georgia Southern University’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education Administration is an affordable, flexible program that gives you both a solid grasp of core areas and a choice of electives to tailor your learning to your career trajectory. Your faculty are skilled teachers and experienced professionals who know how to leverage both online and in-person formats for effective learning that prepares you for your future.
Begin in fall, spring or summer and complete your studies in as little as two years, integrating what you’ve learned through a hands-on capstone experience. Graduates find success in professional roles in education, government and related organizations.
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What Can You Do With a Master’s in Higher Education Administration?
With a broad knowledge base and versatile skill set, prepare for opportunities in many domains of higher education administration, including student affairs, enrollment, financial aid and athletics. Outside academia, put your expertise to work in government, nonprofit and consulting roles.
Where our graduates work:
- Colleges and universities
- Governmental agencies
- Higher education consulting firms
What our graduates do:
- Career counselor
- Chief academic officer
- Chief enrollment management officer
- Dean of student affairs
- Dean of students
- Director of admissions
- Education consultant
- Instructional coordinator
- Postsecondary education administrator
- Provost
- University registrar
Program Overview
See what the Master of Education in Higher Education Administration program covers and how it helps you grow your influence.
What You’ll Learn
The core of the program provides a broad base in areas essential for all higher education administration professionals. You’ll study the history of higher ed, its legal environment, student development and the principles of administration.
From here, you develop additional expertise by choosing from electives in areas like finance, community colleges, higher education policy, globalization and instructional design to strengthen your résumé and prepare for more specialized roles.
During a capstone practicum, you’ll undertake a project applying what you’ve learned in a higher ed context related to your career goals, building real experience and benefiting from the mentorship of a seasoned professional.
See the CurriculumM.Ed. Capstone Project
Extend your learning through a 100-hour practicum. Under the supervision of an experienced administrator, complete a project aligned with your career goals and develop a professional portfolio.
“Working in higher education while in the program is hard but so valuable. Everything we were learning is applicable to my daily work … I was able to have time for my family with the courses being online and flexible. Sure, there were leisure sacrifices, but that was just for the short term, and it was totally worth it.”
Want to Learn More?
Explore essential information about our M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration program, including application details, accreditation status, and licensing disclosures. Gain insight into the program’s credibility and requirements to help you start your journey toward success with the knowledge you need.
The M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration program is open to applications from those holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale). Provisional admissions may be extended to applicants with a GPA below 2.75.
To apply, please submit:
- An online application. (There is a $50 non-refundable application fee.)
- A statement of purpose indicating your reasons for pursuing graduate study and how admission to this program relates to your professional goals.
- A résumé or CV.
- All “Disclosure and Affirmation” statements, which address the Code of Ethics for Educators and the need for tort liability insurance. These acknowledgments are represented by a section in the online application that you will initial.
- A final transcript showing completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in addition to transcripts for all prior graduate-level work. Copies can be uploaded with your application; official copies sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions will be required for admitted students.
Application Deadlines
Your application and all required documents must be received by the deadline.
Fall: July 1
Spring: Nov. 1
Summer: April 1
Apply NowPrepare for where you’re going. Start from wherever you are. At Georgia Southern, enjoy the flexibility of fully online courses that fit within your busy schedule. Online instructors weave interactive experiences into each course, ensuring you engage at a deeper level. For the online master’s in higher education administration program, courses use a mix of online instruction and interactive video conferencing.
We also offer blended options, letting you complete some courses online and others in the classroom for an education that works best for you.
About Our Online ProgramsFor All Online Programs
Federal law requires colleges and universities to make certain disclosures to prospective students of these programs. These disclosures include information on the University’s authority to operate outside of Georgia, complaint processes, adverse actions and refunds.
For required disclosures in general with regard to online programs offered by the University, visit the Office of Legal Affairs website.
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Contact Us:
Graduate Academic Services Center
3166 College of Education Building
Georgia Southern University
Phone: 912-478-1447
Fax: 912-478-5093
gasc@georgiasouthern.edu
EDLD Academic Advisor-
Educational Leadership Tier I Certificate
Teacher Leadership Endorsement
M.Ed. Educational Leadership
Stacy Davis
stacydavis@georgiasouthern.edu
EDLD Program Director-
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration
Dan Calhoun
dwcalhoun@georgiasouthern.edu
EDLD Program Director-
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
Elise Cain
ecain@georgiasouthern.edu