Program Overview
The Student Affairs in Higher Education at Texas State University 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 Student Affairs in 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Austin, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Student Affairs in 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
- Governance and Legal Issues in Higher Education
- Assessment, Strategic Planning, and Evaluation in Student Affairs
- Basic Helping Skills
- Student Affairs Capstone: The Application of Principles and Theories to Case Studies
- Multicultural Practice and Social Justice in Student Affairs
- Leadership in Student Affairs
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).
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- $40\nnonrefundable application fee \n
- baccalaureate\ndegree from a regionally accredited university \n
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- minimum 3.0 GPA\xc2\xa0in your\xc2\xa0last 60 hours\xc2\xa0of undergraduate course\nwork (plus any completed graduate courses) \n
- official\nGRE or GMAT scores required with a preferred competitive minimum of 295 \n
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- official\nTOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall \n
- official\nIELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas State University 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 Texas State University
Texas State University
San Marcos, United States
Texas State University 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 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Credits 42