The Master of Science in Student Personnel Administration (SPA) degree is known and respected as a degree of distinction for men and women working in Student Affairs positions in America’s colleges and universities. Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) has offered the degree since 1993 and is committed to enhancing students’ writing, speaking, and research skills through participation in the Program. Graduates assume careers grounded in the theoretical and practical framework of the Student Affairs profession.
Program Features
The SPA degree requires 34 semester hours including a thesis or 40 semester hours including the seminar project.
Our faculty represent public and private institutions providing students with practical experience.
The SPA program was developed based on the standards established by the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education.
Students are encouraged to join professional organizations related to their specified area of Student Affairs. Student discounts are available.
Delivery Options
The program is offered on campus only with classes starting in the Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions.
Transfer of Credit
Upon approval of the program director, up to six semester credits may be transferred in from other graduate work. More credits may be accepted from other Concordia University System institutions. Transfer credits may be no more than seven years old.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission, the student must have a minimum 3.00 GPA in their undergraduate work from an accredited college or university.
Accreditation
The SPA program is accredited by The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of The North Central Associations; 312.263.0456; www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.
Portfolio
Upon completion of the SPA Program students must submit a portfolio documenting the learning acquired in the program. The portfolio is presented to a panel of SPA faculty. Successful portfolio presentation is required for graduation from the SPA program.
The Internship
All students in the Student Personnel Administration degree program are required to take a internship experience (300 total hours). Students working in the field of student services are able to gain up to 200 hours through life experience. This internship provides the opportunity to relate student personnel administrative theory to the applied student service profession. Placement will be made in an appropriate student service setting.
Concordia University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and is a member of the North Central Association. The address is 300 North La Salle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, 312.263.0456. Click here to visit their website www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
