Higher Education Administration (MA/MS)

The program is designed around criteria of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) and with recognized thought of scholars in the various areas of higher education administration. Courses and internships in higher education are directed toward the study of administrative and academic operations of colleges and universities. Internships may be completed at the University or at one of several cooperating institutions.

Admission Requirements

- Completed application to Graduate School (with official transcripts) as indicated above - 2.75 GPA

Akron Advantage

A unique combination of initiatives, traits, competencies and past successes at The University of Akron give our students a competitive edge after graduation. There are many components to this "Akron Advantage", including Documented Excellence through the University

Additional Information

Our mission is to prepare college and university leaders to shape organizational goals, influence the character of educational programs and to affect institutional performance. Professional management skills are developed as they relate to larger issues of educational mission and purpose. Coursework includes educational foundations, administration, curriculum, student development, history, law, student services, finance, and clinical inquiry and experiences as a means to enhance educational leader performance.