Program Overview
The Higher Education at University of Maine is a MEd 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 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
- Tuition: USD 30,399 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,335 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Orono, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Higher Education 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
- Special Topics in Higher Education
- Capstone Seminar in Student Affairs
- Seminar in Higher Education in the United States
- Higher Education and the Law
- Issues in College Teaching
- Social Context of Higher Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Requirements:
- UMaine Graduate School application
- Three letters of recommendation
- At least one letter of recommendation from a faculty member
- Official transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Scholarly writing sample, 3-5 pages, emailed to graduate@maine.edu.
The student development in higher education program does not require the submission of standardized test scores. Students with a GPA lower than 3.0 are encouraged to submit either GRE or MAT scores.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 30,399 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,335 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 30,399 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,335 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maine 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 Maine
University of Maine
Orono, United States
public research university in Orono, Maine, United States
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
