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Master of Higher Education

University of Pittsburgh

  • Pittsburgh, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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University of Pittsburgh campus

About the program

Two-year cohort master's for student affairs and college administration.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Higher Education. Select and apply relevant analytical
  • Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

  • Leadership positions in student affairs and other college or university administration

Curriculum

  • Two-year cohort model linking theory with practice through coursework on critical issues affecting college students and postsecondary institutions. Experiential options include graduate assistantships
  • Internships and professional development.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor degree or equivalent
  • each graduate programme sets its own further requirements
  • GPA and English scores.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree or equivalent; further requirements set by each programme

Language tests

  • IELTS Varies by programme

How to apply

  1. Choose the programme and check its deadline and requirements on the school's website. Each graduate school runs its own admissions. Apply online through the school's application and pay its fee. Upload transcripts and the documents the programme lists
  2. with an English test score (TOEFL iBT 80 is the floor in some schools
  3. higher in others). Accept the offer. Show proof of funds to receive the I-20
  4. then apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$25,662 - $97,810 USD
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Program details

CampusPittsburgh Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Education
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Teaching languageEnglish
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Post-study stay1
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Frequently asked questions

  • Tuition is $25,662 - $97,810 USD per year. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.