Higher Education and Student Affairs, M.Ed.
College of Education
Learn to effectively blend theory, research and best practices from coursework and supervised experiences to become a transformational leader in 21st-century higher education.
Our renowned higher education and student affairs master’s program has a 50-year history of preparing entry and mid-level professionals for successful administrative careers in colleges and universities. Students have the unique opportunity to apply for serving as co-instructors for a section of the award-winning University 101 program. On campus and fully online tracks are available.
Program Highlights
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An Exceptional Faculty
Learn from a faculty that includes full-time and affiliate members who are practicing administrators.
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Strong Partnerships
Work with top leaders through graduate assistantships, internships and college-supervised learning experiences.
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Program Flexibility
Choose from on campus or fully online tracks that allow you to tailor your education to your life and schedule.
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Professional Competencies
Graduate with professional competencies that align with the ACPA/NASPA.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Cultural Awareness
Learning about and respecting diverse cultures and beliefs
Interpersonal Skills
Communicating and interacting effectively in a variety of social and professional situations
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Leadership
Inspiring and guiding others to achieve common goals and reach their full potential
Presentation Skills
Preparing and delivering effective and engaging presentations to inform, persuade or inspire
Problem Solving
Identifying, analyzing and resolving problems or challenges using creative and effective strategies
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Learn how alumni use degrees with outcome data from Gamecock GradStats, a service of the University of South Carolina Career Center.
Potential Careers
- Educational Leader
Job Titles of Alumni
- Academic Advisor
- Assistant Director for Residence Life
- Executive Director
- Instructor
- Recruiter
- Assistant Dean of Admissions
Average Alumni Salary
Five to 10 years after graduation without additional education $79,070
Workplace Settings
- Education
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Finance
- Nonprofits
Employers of Alumni
- University of South Carolina
- Midlands Technical College
- Greenville Technical College
- Capital One
- Spartanburg Community College
- University of Delaware