School of Education
Department of Graduate Education
Master of Science in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education
Learn how to apply student affairs theory and practice from a Christian perspective to help students thrive in post-secondary institutions.
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A Master of Science in student personnel administration in higher education (SPAHE) will prepare you in mind, body, and spirit – through courses grounded in student affairs – to build a comprehensive skillset and understanding to serve in this ever-changing field. You will gain the abilities and knowledge to innovate and improve programs and experiences in colleges and universities. We combine emerging curriculum with faculty working on campuses to help you reach your career goals as a a dean, director of admissions, leader in resident life, or one of many other jobs on a higher-education campus.
An online and flexible program to balance your professional and personal schedules. Courses are held year-round in a collaborative format. At the end of this master's program, complete a thesis or a capstone project to earn your degree.
What to Expect
This online program may be completed in one year by doubling up courses, or in two to three years if you're seeking a slower pace. Additionally, our curriculum allows you to take one Ed.D. course as an elective and seamlessly transition into our online doctorate in education.
Learning Outcomes
Gain knowledge and skills in each of these areas that are key to managing academic or athletics at colleges and universities.
- Professional and Ethical Standards established by ACPA and NASPA
- Student Development
- Theoretical Foundations
- Leadership, Administration, and the Law
- Communicative Fluency and Technological Competence
- Assessment, Evaluation,, and Research
Experiential Learning (Field Experience)
It is imperative you put into practice what you have learned in the classroom on the campus of a college or university. Your experiential learning will be completed under the supervision of a qualified site supervisor and the course instructor. This is scheduled to take place during the last semester of enrollment. It promises to be a challenging, meaningful, and invaluable experience that will strengthen your abilities to serve in higher-education
