Master of Science in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education

Relevant education for a remarkable campus culture

Prepare yourself to create a world-class campus environment in this transformative and relevant program. Learn from real student affairs professionals who bring with them a treasury of personal experience and inspirational insight. More than that, enroll in a program that provides timely education that helps you navigate and impact campus culture in an, often turbulent, modern day environment.

Program Overview

This program will prepare you in mind, body, and spirit – through courses grounded in student affairs – to provide you with a better understanding of how to bring your “whole self” to your profession. Whether you’re an associate dean, a director in admission, or a leader in resident life, you’ll graduate this program with a strong understanding of how to be the kind of servant-leader every student needs.

What to Expect

Students emerge deeply aware of the generational, social, racial, ethnic, and religious issues that impact the campus environment. You’ll also gain an understanding of the legal issues that crop up between public and private institutions and their governing boards, administrators, faculty, student affairs staff, and governmental bodies. You’ll explore higher education law, the role of law on campus, and the relationship between the law and the work in student affairs and athletics. You’ll be inspired by your peers and build a strong professional network. You’ll go out into your professional endeavors with renewed vigor and passion.

Concentrations / Specializations

Administration
Athletic Administration

Locations

Ann Arbor
Online

Outcomes & Paths

Career Paths

Dean of Admission
Resident Life
Student Activities
Academic Advising

Internships

University of Michigan

Brigham Young University

Concordia University Ann Arbor

Eastern Michigan University

How to Apply

Graduate Application Steps

Application (Please Submit the Following):
- Application form
- Non-refundable application fee
- One page essay describing your reason for obtaining a graduate degree
- Résumé of your education and employment experience
- Two signed letters of recommendation using the Recommendation Form (recommendation letters on letterhead may also be submitted)
- All official transcripts leading to your bachelor’s degree
Please note:
- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE are not required.
- If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information on transferring graduate credits.
- International students should contact the Office of International Student Services at international.admissions@cuaa.edu for additional application requirements.
Evaluation
When an applicant’s file is complete, the file is forwarded to the Admission Committee for review.
Admission
If the student is admitted, an acceptance letter will be mailed to the student and the student’s Falcon One Student ID number. Password information to access my.cuaa.edu will be sent separately from the Information Technology office. Your advisor will be able to give you information regarding completion of the required student orientation before you begin your first class.

Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Students

Please complete the Non-Degree Application
Non-degree applicants only need to submit an application to begin admission review; however academic transcripts may be requested to complete our review.