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DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMS
   
   
 
Degree No. of Hours Required Career Opportunities
HIGHER EDUCATION    
M.A. in higher Education/Student Personnel 42 Residence hall director, financial aid officer, student athletics administrator, dean of students.
Ph.D. in higher Education minimum 66 University president, university administrator, state or federal government education administrator
Description: Higher Education
M.A. Fosters a strong theoretical understanding of the underpinnings of college and university function; students from this program are preferred for more than 40 assistantships on campus in areas ranging from housing to Greek life.
Ph.D. Prepares graduates for more challenging administrative and faculty positions in higher education.

    • Higher Education Directory

    • MA Degree Information and Advising Sheet
    • Ph.D. Degree Information and Advising Sheet
    • Higher Education Student Handbook
    • Practicum Forms [PDF] [DOC]
    • Graduate Assistantship Information

The Department of Housing and Residence Life offers up to 14 assistantships for higher education students, who serve as residence hall directors.
 

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