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Master of Arts in Education; Higher Education and Student Affairs Option 1

Master of Arts in Education: Higher Education and Student Affairs

The Master of Arts in Education: Higher Education and Student Affairs program at the University of Redlands is designed for people pursuing careers in colleges and universities. The program focuses on organization, leadership, assessment, and examines campus cultures, support services, and student development theories.

Degrees Offered

Master of Arts

Program Types

Graduate

Mode of Study

On Campus

School / College

School of Education

What is a Master of Arts in Education: Higher Education and Student Affairs degree?

The Master of Arts in Education: Higher Education and Student Affairs program is designed for people pursuing careers at colleges and universities in student services or administration, or as a solid foundation for students wishing to pursue doctoral work.

Why earn an M.A. in Higher Education and Student Affairs at Redlands? 

A leader in delivering educational excellence for nearly 100 years, the University of Redlands School of Education's higher education and student affairs master's degree program transforms students, like you, into educational leaders.

In small class sizes with expert faculty who are renowned educators and administrators in their field, you'll develop a deep understanding of the theoretical framework behind higher education through a curriculum that centers on technical skills and social justice. The program focuses on organization, leadership, and assessment, and examines campus cultures, support services, and student development theories. You'll learn the skills to practice informed decision-making from a social justice perspective in your current or future role as a higher education or student affairs professional. 

Program information

  1. Completed application
  2. Evidence of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
  3. Evidence of a 3.0 undergraduate GPA or an approved petition
  4. One (1) official transcript issued by the Registrar of each institution attended, sent directly to the Office of Graduate and Professional Enrollment
  5. Two (2) letters of recommendation from faculty or professionals who know your work
  6. Personal Statement: Essay of 500 words describing personal experience and interests in relation to higher education and/or student affairs

The coursework and field experience segments of the program are delivered in a prescribed sequence. Pathways are recommended for timely program completion. Learn more by viewing this pathway resource.

To view specific classes, program requirements, and coursework information, visit the current university catalog.

Graduate application deadlines
Fall Term
Priority 1 Deadline: January 15 — Priority 2 Deadline: June 1
Note
Most graduate program applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications submitted after the Priority 2 deadline will be reviewed based upon program capacity.
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