Aug. 17, 2022
Next Start Date
10
Courses Required
$655
Cost Per Credit Hour
30
Total Credit Hours
Program Details
The Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration, offered by the College of Education and Human Services, benefits those seeking a career or advancement in higher education by preparing them for executive, administrative, and academic support positions or a doctoral degree. Graduates hold positions in business administration, academic affairs, and student life. Using a personalized program of study, students will become familiar with the intricacies of higher education institutions and build particular knowledge and skill sets within a core area of interest.
Admission Requirements
An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum GPA of a 3.0.
Admissions
- Apply with the online
Graduate Application. In advance, prepare the following items for the
“Supplemental Materials” section of the online application:
- Personal statement, describing past work experience and goals for graduate study in higher education administration. Be sure to include the specific major to which you are applying, interest in assistantships, relevant experience, and program goals. At the end of your personal statement, please include complete contact information and description of professional/academic relationship for three references.
- Resume. This should include relevant education and work experiences.
- One Academic Writing Sample. Please include an academic writing sample to showcase your ability to write research or other academic papers in the program.
- Pay graduate application fee
- Request official transcripts from all institutions attended (other than WVU)
and
- Mail to: WVU Office of Graduate Admissions One Waterfront Place PO Box 6510 Morgantown, WV 26506-6510
- or Email to: GraduateAdmissions@mail.wvu.edu
The Higher Education Administration Program admits students to the Master of Arts program on a rolling basis.