Program Overview
The Higher Education Administration at University of Massachusetts Lowell is a MEd programme in Education, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 26,228 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 14,679 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
- Location: Lowell, 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
- Diversity in Higher Education
- Student Development Theory
- Introduction to Higher Education Administration
- Managing Change & Conflict
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).
Applicants to the degree should be working or interning at an institution of higher education.
They must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution which has been earned with a minimum grade point average of 3.0.
They must have received a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in six credits of undergraduate English writing courses.
Applicants must submit the following items to Graduate Admissions:
- Online application information
- Admissions statement which describes the candidate\xc2\x92s experience in a higher education role and goals for the future.
- Three letters of recommendation from individuals who know the quality of the candidate\xc2\x92s work, at least one reference should be from a supervisor for whom the applicant works in a higher education setting.
- Official transcripts
- Resume
- Application fee
- TOEFL scores as appropriate
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,228 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 14,679 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 26,228 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 14,679 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Lowell 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 Massachusetts Lowell
University of Massachusetts Lowell
United States
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is a public research university in Lowell, Massachusetts, with a satellite campus in Haverhill, Massachusetts. It is the northernmost member of the...
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