Additional ELA Bulletin Information
Higher Education Administration Master's Program (HIED)
Offered through the Department of Educational Leadership and Higher Education
in the School of Education
A253 Education Building
Phone: 320.308.3131
Fax: 320.308.4082
E-mail: hied@stcloudstate.edu
Web site: http://www.stcloudstate.edu/hied
Department Chairpersons: Dr. Michael Mills and Dr. John Eller
Department Secretary: Kelli Schreiner
Graduate Coordinator: Dr. Gabriela Silvestre
Graduate Faculty: Imbra, McCullar, Mills, Silvestre
You can attend this graduate program on our St. Cloud campus. This program is offered using a weekend model of course delivery making the program a great choice for working professionals.
Mission - M.S. in Higher Education Administration
The mission of the Higher Education Administration master's program is to provide academic preparation and professional development to individuals who are currently in, or interested in, entry-level positions of leadership in four-year, community, and technical colleges and universities. A comprehensive program of study focuses on the preparation and development of reflective, ethical, and transformative practitioners and academicians.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Higher Education Administration program develops Minnesota 's higher education leaders. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in four-year, community, and technical colleges and universities. Students interested in careers as future higher education administrators receive a comprehensive program of study that explores academic affairs, student affairs, and administrative affairs. Courses offered in the program develop knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for success in higher education administrations.
Individuals currently holding, or interested in, leadership positions in higher education will find this program flexible and accommodating to their needs. Courses will primarily be offered on weekends (Friday evening and all day Saturday) during the academic year. Summer courses are offered in various formats.
Admission Requirements Specific to the Programs
- Applicants must provide a one- to two-page statement describing their interest and experience in higher education leadership, including their educational and career goals. (This document can be uploaded in the online application within the Statement of Intent section.
- The GRE is required of all applicants who possess only an undergraduate degree.
- The GRE is waived for individuals with a post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution in a country where English is the sole official language.
Application Deadlines
Length of Program -— Measured by Semesters
- Part-time student: six semesters taking six credits per semester.
- Full-time student: four semesters taking nine credits per semester.
- Each three-credit course will be completed in three weekends.
- Courses will primarily be offered on weekends (Friday evening and all day Saturday).
- Courses are offered consecutively during the semester so students are able to concentrate on one administrative topic at a time. This format allows students to take three courses per semester.
- The practicum can be served at the individual's home institution. If that is not possible or appropriate, placement will be arranged.
Graduate Assistantship Overview
- Two graduate assistantship positions are available each academic year. Graduate assistants work 20 hours per week with faculty members on a variety of administrative, course, and research projects.
Degrees and Plans Offered
- Master of Science in Higher Education Administration: Plan A (Thesis) at 36 credits
- Master of Science in Higher Education Administration: Plan B (Written Comprehensive Exam) at 36 credits
- Master of Science in Higher Education Administration: Plan C (Project/Portfolio) at 36 credits
Master of Science — Higher Education Administration
Plan A, 36 Credits (Thesis)
- HIED 604. Introduction to Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 614. Higher Education Leadership and Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 624. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 634. Human Resource Issues in Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 644. Higher Education Finance, 3 credits
- HIED 654. University-Community Relations, 3 credits
- HIED 664. Critical Issues Seminar in Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 672. Practicum in Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 674. Introduction to Research in HIED, 3 credits
- HIED 694. HIED Research Methods and Design, 3 credits
- HIED 699. Thesis, 6 credits
Plan B, 36 Credits (Written Comprehensive Exam)
- HIED 604. Introduction to Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 614. Higher Education Leadership and Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 624. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 634. Human Resource Issues in Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 644. Higher Education Finance, 3 credits
- HIED 654. University-Community Relations, 3 credits
- HIED 664. Critical Issues Seminar in Higher Education, 6 credits
- HIED 672. Practicum in Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 674. Introduction to Research in HIED, 3 credits
- HIED 694. HIED Research Methods and Design, 3 credits
- HIED 684. Project/Portfolio, 3 credit
Plan C, 36 Credits (Project/Portfolio)
- HIED 604. Introduction to Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 614. Higher Education Leadership and Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 624. Legal and Ethical Aspects of Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 634. Human Resource Issues in Higher Education, 3 credits
- HIED 644. Higher Education Finance, 3 credits
- HIED 654. University-Community Relations, 3 credits
- HIED 664. Critical Issues Seminar in Higher Education, 6 credits
- HIED 672. Practicum in Higher Education Administration, 3 credits
- HIED 674. Introduction to Research in HIED, 3 credits
- HIED 694. HIED Research Methods and Design, 3 credits
- HIED 684. Project/Portfolio, 3 credits
