Higher Education Administration

The program in higher education administration is designed for those students who wish to enter administrative roles in colleges and universities. Students may specialize in student affairs, institutional advancement, service learning, or general administration. Many students will pursue dual specializations over the course of their program of study. Course work for each specialization totals 36 hours and may be completed over a two-year period. Many courses meet in a weekend format to allow an administrative professional to pursue a master's degree without leaving the workforce. Your classroom time will be enhanced by a field placement or practicum and will be complemented by ample opportunity to interact with practicing professionals in colleges and universities around the world.

Institutional Advancement

The institutional advancement program is the only program in the nation devoted entirely to the preparation of advancement professionals for higher education institutions. Graduates of the program hold positions as college and university presidents, deans, college faculty, policy analysts, directors of advancement and alumni relations, and executives of non-profit organizations.

Student Affairs

College students and their families today view themselves as consumers, and so institutions must continuously analyze and upgrade their services to students. The personnel services specialization prepares students for positions related to housing, student and Greek life, multicultural affairs, international student services, and admissions.

Service Learning

A relatively new and growing emphasis in higher education, this specialization explores the integration of community service with academic study. Service learning enriches student experiences, teaches civic responsibility, and strengthens communities. Graduates of this course of study are prepared to lead student groups and plan and execute service learning plans.

General Administration

For those who know they want to pursue a career in higher education administration but are not yet ready to commit to a specific area, the general higher education administration specialization offers a valuable overview of this dynamic field and ample room for exploration.

More than 50 current or former college or university presidents are Peabody College alumni.