Program Overview
The Higher Education Administration at University of Louisville is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Online. 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: Online
- Tuition: USD 714 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
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
- ELFH 607 Principles of Educational Leadership (for higher Education)
- ELFH 678 The American College and University
- ELFH 680 Legal Issues in Higher Education
- ELFH 681 Philosophy of Higher Education
- ELFH 682 Organization and Administration of Higher Educational Institutions
- ELFH 684 Educational Resource Management in Postsecondary Education
- ELFH XXX College Students in the United States
- ELFH XXX Diversity 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).
Prospective students must submit an online application for admission to the University of Louisville School of Interdisciplinary and Graduate Studies.
- As part of the application process, students are required to submit all official transcripts. The minimum requirement for admission is the baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Each applicant is required to submit at least two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant\'s academic and/or professional capabilities and potential.
- For GRE scores prior to August 1, 2011, a minimum combined (verbal and quantitative) score of an 800 is required for unconditional admission. For GRE scores taken August 1, 2011 and after, please refer to the concordance table from ETS (Educational Testing Services) [PDF] for revised score equivalencies.
- The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language. Students holding a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in the United States are exempt from this requirement.
- Each applicant must submit a resume and a one-page professional goals statement.
- For unconditional admission, students are required to have a 2.75 cumulative grade point average, or 2.75 grade point average for the senior college years.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 714 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 714 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Louisville 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 Louisville
University of Louisville
Louisville, United States
University of Louisville 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months