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29 Best Higher Education Degree Programs for 2024

With 29 top Higher Education degree programs available in 2024, our curated list is your gateway to finding the ideal course that aligns with your career aspirations and academic goals.

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Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration (HESAA)

Canisius University

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master of Science (MSc)

A Master's in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration equips you for a wide range of careers in higher education administration, at public and private colleges and universities.

English

2 Years

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Higher Education Concentration

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Education

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master's Degree

The higher education administration concentration of the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership program is a 30-credit-hour program designed to prepare leaders in postsecondary settings. Students will learn to lead in areas such as academic advising, athletics, support, and enrollment services. The curriculum includes content related to crisis leadership, funding, under-prepared and/or under-resourced students, and the growing need for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion of all stakeholders.

English

1 Year 6 Months

Master of Education in Higher Education Administration

Georgia Southern University

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master's Degree

You can prepare for a career or growth within your career in post-secondary administration through this M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration. This program offers you the opportunity to satisfy course requirements on campus and via online instruction as either a part-time or full-time student. Through innovative instructional formats, you will explore historical and contemporary issues affecting the ‘products’ and ‘services’ of higher education.

English

2 Years

Master of Arts in Educational Administration - Higher Education Administration

University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Education and Human Sciences

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master of Arts (MA)

Lead Change in Higher Education Student success in higher education doesn’t happen by accident. In addition to robust curricula, excellent faculty, and a solid infrastructure, it takes effective administrative leadership. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Master of Arts (M.A.) in higher education administration offers students who are currently employed at a college or university the opportunity to grow their leadership and administrative skills through a rigorous, entirely online degree.

English

Master in Higher Education and Student Affairs

University of San Francisco - School of Education

logo University of San Francisco - School of Education

United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education

Master's Degree

The Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) combines a rigorous academic curriculum which includes practicum experiences in various areas of student life, arranged in collaboration with the USF Division of Student Life.

English

2 Years

Master in Student Affairs Administration

Michigan State University College of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

The master’s degree program in Student Affairs Administration provides a broad perspective on higher education systems, an understanding of central issues in student affairs administration and a connection of theory to practice. Graduates are prepared to work in and cultivate educational environments that promote diversity and multiculturalism.

English

Master of Education in Higher Education

Southern Methodist University Simmons School of Education and Human Development

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education

Master's Degree

This program serves students who want to understand and analyze how institutions of higher education are structured and administered. Graduates are prepared to assume a wide range of roles including positions in student affairs, academic affairs, university administration, education non-profits and more. Career and Personal Benefits Our master's degree in higher education provides students with a holistic understanding of how universities and colleges function. Students will examine theory and engage in practical experiences that will provide them with the skills necessary to lead within varied organizational structures and to serve diverse communities.

English

Master of Education in Higher Education Administration

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Education and Human Development

logo The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Education and Human Development

United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master's Degree

The M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration is designed for students who have an interest in obtaining or advancing in staff and administrative positions at higher education organizations that support student development and success. The 36 hour program prepares students to recognize and tackle the unique and various problems within colleges and universities.

English

Education, Higher Education, M.Ed.

Grand Valley State University College of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education

Master's Degree

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education prepares educators to become effective practitioners in multiple administrative roles in higher education contexts, facilitate student learning and promote student success, and shape inclusive higher education communities.

English

Higher Education Administration

North Carolina State University College of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

Master of Education in Higher Education Administration - Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development (ELPHD). North Carolina State’s Higher Education program provides exceptional opportunities for students interested in higher education administration to explore a core body of knowledge, gain real-world professional experience, and pursue advanced study.

English

Master in Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA)

The University of Iowa College of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education

Master's Degree

Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) faculty and students spark innovative practice and produce research to address the contemporary challenges and persistent inequities in higher education. HESA offers educational leaders, scholars, and practitioners comprehensive expertise built from a range of intellectual traditions. Faculty have diverse philosophies, methods, disciplinary training, and personal backgrounds, ensuring students gain a deep understanding and interconnected view of the field. A hallmark of the Iowa HESA program is its abundant opportunities for experiential learning; through assistantships, internships, practica, and more, HESA students have opportunities for leadership, service, teaching, and research.

English

MA in Higher Education Administration

University of Missouri Kansas City School of Education

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Management

Master of Arts (MA)

The graduate program in Educational Administration with an emphasis in Higher Education prepares administrators and educators for leadership demands in colleges or universities and other institutional settings.

English

Student Affairs Administration, MASTER OF EDUCATION

Springfield College

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

The Springfield College Student Affairs Administration master's program provides the academic knowledge, and practical experience to best prepare you to excel in the student affairs field. You will be prepared to engage, educate, and improve the lives of college students.

English

MA in Higher Education

Taylor University

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United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Pedagogy

Master of Arts (MA)

Commit to a level of well-rounded Christian education and academic excellence through a Master of Arts in Higher Education (MAHE), the only graduate program that takes place on Taylor’s campus.

English

Higher and Postsecondary Education, MEd

Arizona State University Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College

logo Arizona State University Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College

United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership

Master's Degree

The Master of Education in Higher and Postsecondary Education facilitates your professional development as a future administrator, leader, or staff member at a college, university, or community college. Most courses are offered in a hybrid format, with 50 per cent of the content delivered face-to-face (weekday evenings) and 50 per cent through independent or technology-supported learning experiences and fieldwork.

English

Ph.D. Ed.D. in Education

North Dakota State University - Graduate School

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United States of America (USA)

Education, General Studies, Higher Education, Pedagogy

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Education Doctoral Programs prepare scholars who advance education research and practice and maintain the integrity and vitality of the profession. Our graduates are stewards of the discipline, individuals entrusted with preserving, creating, and applying knowledge in education and with communicating educational knowledge to others.

English

3 Years

PhD in Education

Southern Methodist University - Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies

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United States of America (USA)

Education, General Studies, Higher Education, Pedagogy

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Consider this — our society relies on educators to help us learn and grow, and in turn, change the world for the better. But who do our educators rely on? A logical thought would be the supervisors above them, their mentors, or their fellow educators who work in the field with them day in and day out.

English

4 Years

Education Ph.D. Program

University of California Davis (UC Davis)

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United States of America (USA)

Education, General Studies, Higher Education, Pedagogy

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Our Ph.D. program critically engages students in contemporary issues that impact education research, policy and practice. Emphasizing collaboration, the program is an interdisciplinary graduate group that draws its faculty from diverse fields of education, humanities, social science, physical and biological sciences, mathematics, and medicine, and engages with key campus centers and programs, such as the M.I.N.D. Institute and the Poverty Center.

English

Doctoral Program in Education

University of California Santa Barbara

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United States of America (USA)

Education, General Studies, Higher Education, Pedagogy

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

In the Department of Education at the University of California Santa Barbara, we offer students the opportunity to learn and build knowledge about the needs of learners, the complex processes of teaching and learning, and the structures and policies of schools -- with a focus on the diversity of California, the nation, and the world. Our renowned faculty works in seven research areas to investigate important issues that shape learning environments, the needs of diverse learners, the development of disciplinary knowledge, and educational policies.

English

Ph.D. in Leadership

University of Southern Maine Lewiston-Auburn College

logo University of Southern Maine Lewiston-Auburn College

United States of America (USA)

Education, Higher Education, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

The Ph.D. in Leadership seeks to prepare leaders capable of effectively addressing various challenges that cross disciplinary boundaries and sectors in a global context. Graduates of the Ph.D. in Leadership will be equipped with the expertise to lead within diverse contexts, from business and non-profit to government and community organizations, with knowledge and skills to work across disciplinary and sectoral boundaries, to facilitate productive dialogue towards consensus, to conduct research and evaluate research done by others, and to foster resilience and sustainability within the environment they lead.

English

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Higher Education

Higher Education is a field of study that focuses on the policies, practices, and theories related to post-secondary education. Students in this field explore topics such as educational leadership, student affairs, curriculum development, and institutional management. Graduates often pursue careers in academia, administration, policy-making, and student services within colleges and universities.