Master of Science in Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs Online
Foster learning at the university level, enriching students’ college experiences and ensuring they reap the full benefits of their academic journey. Build educational communities rooted in social justice.
Enrollment for our accelerated online MSEd programs is open. Get started today!
Program Overview
Cultivate leadership and student success with a master’s in higher education and student affairs online
$19,464.90
Total Tuition
as few as 12 - 15 months
Program Duration
39
Credit Hours
Learn how to foster inclusive campus environments that value student diversity. The Master of Science in Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs online program is aligned with the standards of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education, with an emphasis on critical social justice; inclusive student development, advisement and support; and assessment, evaluation and research.
Gain leadership strategies and practices for multiple student affairs pathways, including real-world roles in student affairs and higher education. Learn how to promote student development through high-quality advising, support and research that assesses student learning, equity and institutional improvement.
In this higher education and student affairs online program, you will learn to:
- Apply foundational and contemporary theories of college student learning and development to support student growth across diverse higher education environments
- Integrate principles of social justice and inclusion to recognize and challenge systems of oppression and promote equitable learning environments
- Serve student needs, including advising, housing, financial aid, athletics, career development, international programs and student life
- Apply critical research inquiry to improve student learning, equity and institutional advancement
- Navigate leadership theory, ethical issues, organizational dynamics and the legal contexts of higher education
- Demonstrate the integrity of theory, research and professional practice via a professional portfolio and capstone project
- Apply foundational and contemporary theories of college student learning and development to support student growth across diverse higher education environments
- Integrate principles of social justice and inclusion to recognize and challenge systems of oppression and promote equitable learning environments
- Serve student needs, including advising, housing, financial aid, athletics, career development, international programs and student life
- Apply critical research inquiry to improve student learning, equity and institutional advancement
- Navigate leadership theory, ethical issues, organizational dynamics and the legal contexts of higher education
- Demonstrate the integrity of theory, research and professional practice via a professional portfolio and capstone project
Career opportunities:
- Academic Advisor
- Student Life & Engagement Coordinator
- Career Services Advisor/Career Coach
- Housing & Residential Life Coordinator
- Orientation & First-Year Experience Coordinator
- Financial Aid Counselor/Student Support Services Coordinator
- Student Affairs Administrator
- Program Coordinator/Manager
- Student Success Coach
- Student Retention Specialist
- International Student Services Advisor
- Academic Advisor
- Student Life & Engagement Coordinator
- Career Services Advisor/Career Coach
- Housing & Residential Life Coordinator
- Orientation & First-Year Experience Coordinator
- Financial Aid Counselor/Student Support Services Coordinator
- Student Affairs Administrator
- Program Coordinator/Manager
- Student Success Coach
- Student Retention Specialist
- International Student Services Advisor
All P-12 teacher educator and administrator preparation programs are accredited through the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) from October 2023 - December 2029.
Tuition
Benefit from affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition
Tuition for the MSEd Higher Education and Student Affairs online degree program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
$499.10
Per Credit Hour
$1,497.30
Per 3 Credit-Hour Course
$19,464.90*
Total Tuition
If you are applying for financial aid, please use Federal School Code 001759. For more information, please contact our financial aid office by calling 618-650-3880 or emailing [email protected].
*Tuition includes all fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time.
Calendar
Choose the start date that fits your schedule
The MSEd in Higher Education and Student Affairs program is delivered in an online format ideal for working educators, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that best fits your goals.
Upcoming Start Dates
8/12/26
Next Application Deadline
8/29/26
Start Classes
| Term | Start Date | Application/Financial Aid Deadline | Document & Financial Aid Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall I | 8/29/26 | 8/12/26 | 8/19/26 | 8/25/26 | 8/27/26 | 10/16/26 |
| Fall II | 10/24/26 | 10/7/26 | 10/14/26 | 10/20/26 | 10/22/26 | 12/18/26 |
Admissions
Get started on applying to the higher education and student affairs MSEd program
The MSEd in Higher Education and Student Affairs program is delivered in an online format ideal for working educators, conveniently featuring six start dates each year. Choose the start date that best fits your goals.
MSEd online admission requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with cumulative 2.5 GPA on all undergraduate course work
- Transcripts from all previous colleges/universities attended
- Current resume
- Statement of purpose: a list of professional experiences and a two-page, double-spaced written statement responding to both of the following prompts:
- What do you hope to learn in the program?
- What areas in higher education are you interested in pursuing and why?
- No GRE score required for admission
- All applicants with foreign academic credentials whose first language is not English must demonstrate adequate English language proficiency in advance of admission
- Proof of English Proficiency: requirements are minimum Level 4 (equivalent to TOEFL iBT 79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent. In lieu of the TOEFL, an applicant may demonstrate a Total Band Score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System
All required documents (e.g., official transcripts) should be sent to the following address:
SIUE Office of Graduate and International Admissions
Campus Box 1047
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1047
Electronic official transcripts should be submitted to [email protected].
Have a question? Call us at 877-244-4661.
Courses
See what you’ll study in your MSEd courses
The MSEd in Higher Education and Student Affairs online curriculum is comprised of 39 credit hours, including 24 credit hours of core courses, 12 credit hours of research and practicum courses and 3 credit hours of electives.
Students must take one of the following electives:
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