Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Leadership Studies online
Gain the practical, applied knowledge you need to transition into roles of increasing responsibility within the field of higher education.
Program Overview
Gain insights into our MA in Higher Education Administration Leadership online program.
Develop leadership vision and management skills with the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Leadership Studies. This program takes a generalist approach that prepares you to work anywhere in higher education.
This online program is designed to give you an in-depth study of the history, structure, organization, and administration of colleges and universities globally. Learn about the contemporary higher education system, including student development, finance, policies, and legal issues, as well as how to lead from within it through real-world experience and courses taught by practitioners.
You will also develop a professional e-portfolio aligned with the Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Educators developed by the American College Personnel Association (ACPA) and Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA).
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:
- Analyze how American higher education systems work for all stakeholders including students, faculty and staff, boards of trustees and alumni, and the broader social, economic, and political context
- Evaluate theory and practice of the past and current issues, movements, and trends in higher education that impact the student's college/university academic, social, and holistic growth experience and other mission objectives
- Apply foundational knowledge in the areas of leadership, history, law, policy, theory, and finance for higher education organizational improvement
- Apply objective, fact-based, critical thinking and analytical methods as well judicious reflection and insight to evaluate office/program effectiveness to address the needs of stakeholders with particular attention to the increasingly diverse and under-represented students
- Develop professional traits, such as appropriate communication skills, reflective thinking, modeling, mentoring, and facilitating effective strategies of leadership, conflict resolution techniques
- Apply educational research methods to determine the effectiveness of programs and or offices that support the mission of the institution
- Recognize and work to illuminate the barriers that systemically prevent marginalized and vulnerable student populations from fully realizing higher education opportunities with an understanding of how access to higher education is used to create a more equitable society
- Apply leadership skills to create transformative environments that encourage students and all members of the HE community to view themselves as having potential to make meaningful contributions to their institutions and be civically engaged in their communities
- Analyze how American higher education systems work for all stakeholders including students, faculty and staff, boards of trustees and alumni, and the broader social, economic, and political context
- Evaluate theory and practice of the past and current issues, movements, and trends in higher education that impact the student's college/university academic, social, and holistic growth experience and other mission objectives
- Apply foundational knowledge in the areas of leadership, history, law, policy, theory, and finance for higher education organizational improvement
- Apply objective, fact-based, critical thinking and analytical methods as well judicious reflection and insight to evaluate office/program effectiveness to address the needs of stakeholders with particular attention to the increasingly diverse and under-represented students
- Develop professional traits, such as appropriate communication skills, reflective thinking, modeling, mentoring, and facilitating effective strategies of leadership, conflict resolution techniques
- Apply educational research methods to determine the effectiveness of programs and or offices that support the mission of the institution
- Recognize and work to illuminate the barriers that systemically prevent marginalized and vulnerable student populations from fully realizing higher education opportunities with an understanding of how access to higher education is used to create a more equitable society
- Apply leadership skills to create transformative environments that encourage students and all members of the HE community to view themselves as having potential to make meaningful contributions to their institutions and be civically engaged in their communities
The College of Education at William Paterson University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition
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Online education programs from William Paterson University offer affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA in Higher Education Administration Leadership | $520 | $1,560 | $15,600 |
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William Paterson University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II | 3/20/23 | 2/28/23 | 3/6/23 | 3/13/23 | 3/15/23 | 5/7/23 | 7 weeks |
| Summer I | 5/15/23 | 4/25/23 | 5/1/23 | 5/8/23 | 5/10/23 | 7/2/23 | 7 weeks |
| Summer II | 7/10/23 | 6/20/23 | 6/26/23 | 7/3/23 | 7/6/23 | 8/27/23 | 7 weeks |
| Fall I | 9/5/23 | 8/15/23 | 8/21/23 | 8/28/23 | 8/30/23 | 10/22/23 | 7 weeks |
| Fall II | 10/30/23 | 10/10/23 | 10/16/23 | 10/23/23 | 10/25/23 | 12/17/23 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
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At William Paterson University, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MA in Higher Education Administration online program, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state.
The requirements include:
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
- Professional resume detailing educational and work experience
- GPA of 3.0 or higher*
- No GRE required for admission
You must meet the following requirements for admission to this MA in Higher Education Administration online program:
- Submit online application and $50 application fee
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Professional resume detailing educational and work experience
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
- *Students with GPA under 3.0 will be considered with evidence of higher education leadership potential
- Contact information for two references
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Graduate Admissions and Enrollment ServicesWilliam Paterson University
Morrison Hall 102
300 Pompton Road
Wayne, NJ 07470
Courses
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For the MA in Higher Education Administration online program, you must complete 10 courses for a total of 30 credit hours.
