Online Higher Ed. Administration program recognized nationally
The University of Louisville’s online Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration program is the nation’s third best online education degree program, according to TheBestSchools.org.
The site ranked the top 25 programs, based on a combination of academic excellence, types of available classes, faculty strength, other rankings and reputation.
Among other areas, higher education professionals work in student affairs, academic affairs, fundraising, admissions, registrar, financial aid and advising services, while some degree seekers also work in management positions at nonprofit foundations, international associations and government agencies.
According to TheBestSchools.org, the Master in Higher Education degree “prepares graduates to solve the many challenging issues facing higher education institutions. These degree programs train higher education professionals to plan, oversee, and increase the effectiveness of higher education.”
In choosing the 100% online Higher Education Administration program at UofL, the site cited the university’s high research activity and accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
“The 100-percent online Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration 36-credit hour degree provides graduates with an opportunity to find careers in two-year and four-year colleges and universities,” the site noted. “Students can complete the degree program in as little as two years. The degree plan of study includes core coursework and an internship in a post-secondary education setting.”
The write-up also highlighted particular courses offered in the Higher Education Administration program, including Philosophy of Higher Education, The American College and University and Research Methods and Statistics.
To learn more about the program, including the full degree map and course descriptions, visit the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration online.
