Advance Your Career in Higher Education with an Online Master of Education in Higher Education Administration
OUTCOMES-FOCUSED MEd IN HIGHER EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION OFFERED 100% ONLINE.
Master of Education in Higher Education Administration.
If you’re ready to grow your career and take on leadership roles so you can help shape the future of higher education, the 100% online MEd in Higher Education Administration is designed for you. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical experience to pursue roles across colleges, universities, community colleges and other higher education organizations.
CAREER-FOCUSED CURRICULUM
Build advanced knowledge and practical skills to navigate the challenges of higher education leadership and administration.
PREPARE FOR LEADERSHIP
Develop the knowledge and leadership skills needed to support students, manage programs and drive institutional success.
FLEXIBLE, 100% ONLINE
Earn your master’s degree online while balancing your education with your career and personal commitments.
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
Strengthen your administrative and strategic skills to pursue leadership opportunities at colleges and universities.
RESPECTED INSTITUTION
Earn your graduate degree from UT San Antonio, a Carnegie R1 research university committed to academic excellence and innovation.
SUPPORTIVE NETWORK
Connect with experienced faculty and receive support from enrollment counselors and academic advisors throughout your journey.
Customize Your Degree with a Concentration
As a fully online student in the MEd in Higher Education Administration, you’ll customize your experience by choosing one of two concentrations. This allows you to align your studies with specific career goals and different postsecondary environments.
Find the Support You Need to Earn Your Degree
Earning a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from UT San Antonio Online can open doors to new opportunities in higher education. With the right support, advancing your career is more achievable than ever. Our program is designed with busy professionals like you in mind, offering flexible online learning, personalized academic advising and a supportive learning community. You’ll develop valuable leadership, administrative and strategic skills to help you make a meaningful impact on students and institutions, all while balancing your professional and personal responsibilities.
EARN HIGHLY MARKETABLE SKILLS
Through this comprehensive program, you’ll develop advanced leadership, organizational and strategic skills to navigate the evolving challenges of higher education. You’ll gain the knowledge needed to support student success, manage institutional operations and contribute to effective decision-making. You’ll build highly marketable skills applicable across a wide range of higher education administration and leadership roles:
- Higher Education Leadership
- Student Affairs Administration
- Higher Education Policy
- Student Success and Development
- Strategic Planning and Assessment
- Institutional Management
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the online MEd in Higher Education Administration cost?
Tuition for the online Master of Education in Higher Education Administration is $595 per credit hour.
What can you do with a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration?
A Master of Education in Higher Education Administration can prepare you for careers across colleges, universities, community colleges and other higher education organizations. Career areas may include academic advising, student affairs, admissions, administration, policy and other roles that support students and institutions.
Who is the online MEd in Higher Education Administration designed for?
The program is designed for professionals at different stages of their higher education careers, including those working in staff, administrative, leadership, advising and teaching roles. It can help you build the knowledge and experience to grow professionally and contribute to student success and other higher education outcomes.
Is the MEd in Higher Education Administration 100% online?
Yes. The Higher Education Administration MEd is offered as an online program at UT San Antonio. Students have opportunities to interact with faculty and classmates throughout the program.
How long does it take to complete the online MEd in Higher Education Administration?
The online MEd in Higher Education Administration is a 30-credit-hour, non-thesis, cohort-based program that can be completed in less than two years. Students may enter the online program in the fall or spring semester.
Does the online Higher Education Administration MEd include hands-on experience?
Yes. Online students complete 150 hours of supervised field experience designed to broaden their professional experience and portfolio. This gives you an opportunity to connect what you learn in your courses with the realities of working in higher education.
What will I learn in a Higher Education Administration master’s program?
You’ll develop a broad understanding of higher education through subjects like higher education and student affairs, college student development, assessment, law, policy and administration. The curriculum is designed to help you connect higher education theory and research with professional practice.
Does the online MEd in Higher Education Administration offer concentrations?
Yes. Online students can choose between Comprehensive University Leadership and Community College Leadership. These concentrations allow you to align your studies with your career goals and the type of postsecondary environment where you want to work.
Is a Higher Education Administration master’s degree only for people who already work in higher education?
The online program is designed for individuals at different levels of higher education roles, including staff, administrators, leaders, advisors and instructors. If you are considering the program from outside higher education, we recommend speaking with an enrollment counselor about how your professional background aligns with its goals and admissions expectations. Email [email protected] or call 210-458-4400 to speak with the UT San Antonio Online team.
Can I earn an MEd in Higher Education Administration while working full time?
The online format is designed to provide flexibility for professionals balancing graduate school with a busy life.
Why earn an online MEd in Higher Education Administration from UT San Antonio?
UT San Antonio’s online MEd in Higher Education Administration program combines graduate coursework with hands-on field experience to prepare professionals to tackle challenges across higher education. Students also receive personalized academic guidance from a faculty advisor and learn within a cohort-based program designed to encourage engagement, critical thinking and professional growth.
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