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Program Details

Learn how to guide college students in their academic, personal, and career plans with a Master of Science degree in Student Affairs Administration. Graduates of this master’s in higher education online program can fulfill positions such as admissions officers, residence life staff, student life staff, academic advisors, and more.

In addition to online coursework, students will complete a semester-long practicum experience involving hand-on learning in the student affairs department on a college campus. Students will gain skills in research and assessment as well as relationship building and working with diverse populations. 

Course topics include:

• College students and diversity
• Counseling theories and helping skills
• Legal issues for student affairs administrators
• Student development theory

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