Program Overview
The Emphasis in Student Affairs at Mississippi State University is a MSc programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Emphasis in Student Affairs programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,021 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 391 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Starkville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Emphasis in Student Affairs programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Counseling Skills Development
- Group Techniques/Procedures
- Placement and Career Development
- Research Techniques for Counselors
- Psych Testing in Educational and Related Settings
- Student Affairs in Higher Education
- Student Development Theory
- Legal Issues in Student Development
- Introduction to Assessment in Student Affairs
- Administration of Student Personnel Services in Higher Education
- Student Affairs Practicum (prerequisite: permission of advisor)
- Student Affairs Internship (prerequisite: permission of advisor)
- University and Community College Governance
- Seminar in University and Community College Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applications for Fall Admission are due March 1; special consideration will be given to those interviewing to be Graduate Residence Directors: deadline: April 1.
Spring and Summer admissions are not accepted except in unique circumstances and only with an accompanying Graduate Assistantship.
The following admission criteria are set forth by the department and program:
1. Submission of a completed application which can be obtained from the Office of Graduate Studies
2. Submission of official transcripts.
3. Submission of competitive Graduate Record Examination (GRE) verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing scores.
4. Submission of a personal statement describing your interest in the program and your career plans.
5. Submission of at least 3 letters of recommendation from individuals who can provide important information about your education, skills and abilities, and professional character.
6. Submission of your professional resume - highlighting Student Affairs experience (if any).
Before entering the program, students must have good computer word processing and writing skills. Students without these skills are expected to obtain them before they begin their formal coursework. Candidates are required to maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA in coursework. No graded work below a "C" is acceptable towards the requirements for the degree.
Students submitting their application for program admission should have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, with a strong GRE score, personal statement, and detailed recommendation letters.
The Master of Science degree in Student Affairs prepares students for positions in all areas of student development services in higher education. The program consists of coursework related to student development theory, counseling, and programming for student services.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,021 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 391 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,021 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 391 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Mississippi State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, United States
Mississippi State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 21 year(s)