Online Master of Science In Education in Higher Education Student Affairs
The mission of the Higher Education Student Affairs (HESA) program is to develop engaged global citizen-leaders who have the skills necessary for entrepreneurial leadership, community building, and responsible citizenship. The program emphasizes the importance of blended experiential/applied learning with a solid understanding of theory & research, for work in a variety of settings with higher education organizations. Engaged learners will interact among innovative technologies, developing through online, face-to-face, and hybrid modes of service delivery.
- The M.S.E. in Higher Education Student Affairs is a 36 credit-hour program. The HESA programs includes:
- Practical experiences
- Experiential/hands-on learning
- Culminating portfolio/project
- End of program comprehensive examination
- You can complete the program either face-to-face (F2F) or 100% online (VC):
- F2F - apply for the on campus program if you are graduating with your bachelor's degree and have little to no experience working in a student affairs higher education setting, or
- VC - apply for the online program if you are currently working in a higher education setting or can "adopt" a campus near you.
- Students typically complete their degree in 18-24 months.
- Coursework has been designed to promote reflection and critical thinking.
- You will discover authentic learning experiences with real-life application.
- The HESA curriculum was developed in consultation with the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) Masters-Level Student Affairs Administration Preparation Programs, as well as the ACPA and NASPA Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners.
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Contact Information
If you are interested in learning more about the Higher Education Student Affairs program, please contact Dr. Jim Barrett, Fort Hays State University, Rarick 232A, 711 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601 at (785) 628-4413 or jbarrett@fhsu.edu. If you are ready to apply to the program, visit the FHSU Graduate School Website to get started.