Program Overview
The International Higher Education at Loyola University Chicago is a MEd 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 International 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: Online
- Tuition: USD 27,741 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International 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
- Introduction to Educational Policy Analysis
- Leadership in Higher Education
- American Higher Education
- Evaluation in Higher Education
- Student Development in Higher Education
- International Higher Education
- Comparative Education
- Internship in Higher Education
- Educating Students Abroad: Lessons from Rome in Cultural Immersion
- Globalization and Education
- Introduction to Research Methodology
- Introduction to Educational Statistics
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).
Admission Requirements:
- A Completed Application Form
We prefer that you submit your application form online.
- Official Transcripts
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor\'s degree or a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable; faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts; we have them on record.
- Transcripts must show a GPA of at least a 3.0.
In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted. Each program area gives meaningful consideration to the applicant\'s graduate GPA, recommendations, professional experience and reasons for pursuing a graduate program, as well as to the diversity of the student body.
International Students will also be required to submit:
- English Language Test scores
- Transcript Evaluations for all non-USA transcripts
- Three Letters of Recommendation
If you supply your recommender\xc2\x92s email address as part of your completed online application form, then your recommendation letters may be submitted online.
- A Personal Statement
Your statement should be 500-1000 words.
Provide a statement regarding your personal and professional interest and goals in international higher education. How will the program advance your professional goals? Please also discuss life experiences that have influenced your view of social justice.
- Resume
Submit a current professional resume.
- Application Fee
A $50 application fee is required for applications submitted by mail. If you complete the online application form, the application fee is waived.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,741 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 27,741 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months