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M.Ed., Higher Education Administration:

Become A Trusted Leader

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If you’ve started to build a career in higher education and are interested in taking on new roles and increased responsibility, then this program path is for you.

The master of education in Higher Education Administration is designed for higher education professionals who are looking to take on leadership positions in colleges or universities, including in student affairs or enrollment management, or in community colleges.

Graduates of the Higher Education Administration program enter the job market with a strong set of skills in research, organization and management—all within the higher education framework. These skills are highly valued by universities and other employers, which is why the employment rate among Peabody graduates was 93 percent last year.

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What Can You Do with a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration?

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There is a wide range of jobs and career paths you can pursue with a higher education administration degree. Whether you want to facilitate a culture that promotes educational opportunities for all citizens in student affairs, work in enrollment management to help schools reach their admissions goals or in policy to help impact change at a higher level, the M.Ed. can help you get there.

Ultimately, it’s about pursuing what you feel called to do. The world of higher education is filled with passionate individuals who are committed to creating amazing student experiences because they believe in the value of education.

Many of the students in this program currently work in entry- to mid-level positions in admissions, registrar’s offices, student affairs, marketing, finance and other departments on a campus. They’re looking to take the next step in their careers with a graduate degree that will help them deepen their understanding of higher education while opening them to new career paths.

Graduates of the HEA program are currently serving in a variety of roles focused on student affairs, admissions, research, and policy including:

  • Director of Student Life, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Assistant Director, Law School Alumni Relations, The University of Chicago
  • Higher Education Strategy Consultant, Huron Consulting Group
  • Director of Residential Life, University of Georgia
  • Undergraduate Admissions Counselor, Vanderbilt University
  • PhD Candidate, Higher Education Leadership & Policy, North Carolina State University
  • Academic Advisor, Northeastern University
  • Community College Strategy Officer, Lumina Foundation

Learn More about the Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration

To explore this master’s degree and how it can help you reach your personal and professional goals, visit our program page. Or, click the links below to get started.

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