Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership

Learning Outcomes

The HEAL program integrates the ACPA/NASPA Competencies as a guiding framework for developing leaders in higher education and student affairs. Upon completing the HEAL graduate program students will:

• Reference historical documents and events that influence higher education and student affairs leadership
• Demonstrate an understanding and critique of higher education and the leadership structures of higher education
• Demonstrate knowledge of the regional and national trends and issues in higher education
• Demonstrate knowledge of research and theories used in the study and practice of higher education and student affairs leadership
• Be able to demonstrate communication skills through written and oral communication

Program Overview

The Higher Education Administration and Leadership (HEAL) program is a distinct graduate degree program for students pursuing a Masters of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership degree in the Department of Educational Leadership. The HEAL program attracts individuals interested in careers in higher education as well as other educational settings and agencies. During the course of a 30-semester unit program of study, HEAL students delve into curricula that examines policies, practices, theories, and current issues related to the postsecondary education pipeline. Students acquire valuable analytical and research skills while developing their leadership skills. The HEAL curriculum, paired with co-curricular experiences and faculty support, offer students the essential knowledge and philosophy required for exemplary practice and leadership in institutions of higher education and other educational settings.  

Graduate in two years and join a community of scholar-practitioners as you advance your career in higher education and student affairs.