Program Overview
The Higher Education Administration at University of Akron is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, 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 education. 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 Higher Education Administration 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 735 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 430 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Akron, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Higher Education Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Techniques of Research
- Historical Foundations of American Higher Education
- Administration in Higher Education
- Law and Higher Education
- Finance and Higher Education
- Policy, Assessment and Accountability in Higher 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 2.75 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).
- Completed application to Graduate School (with official transcripts).
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a 2.75 GPA, or 3.00 GPA for the last two years (64 semester credits or equivalent) for Full Admission.
- Minimum GRE combined verbal and quantitative score of 280 and a 3.5 analytical writing score. GRE scores less than 5 years old.
- Declaration of intent that includes a statement of professional goals and reasons for choosing the program of Higher Education Administration at The University of Akron.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 735 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 430 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 735 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 430 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Akron 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 University of Akron
University of Akron
Akron, United States
University of Akron is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months