Master of Education

Program Description

The Higher Education program is a specialization in the MED program in Educational Leadership that is designed to develop individuals who have the capability to take on administrative and leadership roles in a variety of higher education settings. It is an entry level environment where MED candidates develop their administrative and leadership skills in collaboration with other higher education professionals. An MED degree in Higher Education will position potential leaders to accept the challenges of leadership in their higher education institutions.

The course curriculum emphasizes a realistic approach to leadership, management, and change to prepare students for leadership. The Higher Education specialization program prepares students for successful careers in the public and private sectors of higher education. Most classes are structured with an open-learning format to promote faculty-student collaboration and provide a challenging and competitive learning environment. The learning structure is 100 percent online. This dynamic interaction of learning format and technology creates an optimal learning environment for the scholar-practitioner graduate education.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may serve as administrators and leaders in a variety of higher education settings.

Admission Requirements

• 2.7 Undergraduate GPA
• GRE Composite Score
• Professional Statement
• Two letters of Reference

Enrollment is limited to assure there is an opportunity for enhanced students and teacher engagement (1:17 ratio).

Qualified candidates will be invited to campus for a one -day interview process with faculty members of the program.

Learning Outcomes

National standards for the program are benchmarked with the Council of the Advancement of Higher Education (CAS) and American College Personnel Association Professional Competencies.  

1. Raise his/her level of proficiency with regard to supervising teachers, promoting, implementing and evaluating professional development programs, and developing, implementing, evaluating and revising curriculum.
2. Be proficient in various aspects of human relations, and act as facilitator and mentor for all school staffs, students, parents, and community persons.
3. Use all available resources to support the instructional program, as well as proposing grants and other means of support.
4. Use technology to support both the instructional and other programs by being a leader and innovative in the use of technology.
5. Have practical knowledge and skill in carrying out a school-wide or district-wide special project, and can set an example and inspire others.

Additional Program Requirements

Students may take internships in student affairs and enrollment management areas across the country and at CSU.

Students admitted to the program must complete an online Graduate Orientation prior to enrolling in classes.

Program of Study

Area 1 Professional Core Required Hours: 9
EDUL 6116 Applied Educational Research
EDUL 6189 School Culture and Diversity
EDUL 6698 Internship for School Leadership

Area 2 Concentration Required Hours: 27 
EDHE 6140 Introduction to Higher Education
EDHE 6146 Introduction to Student Affairs
EDHE 6147 Student Development Theory
EDHE 6148 American College Student
EDHE 6177 History of Higher Education
EDHE 6555 Selected Topics in Higher Education
EDHE 6625 Higher Education Law and Ethics
EDUL 6149 Assessment and Program Evaluation
EDUL 6235 Adult Learner Instructional Strategies

Total Hours Required: 36