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Professional Doctorate of Higher Education
- Pittsburgh, United States
- English
- On campus
- Professional Doctorate
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: 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
- Set by each professional school
- typically a bachelor degree with school-specific prerequisites and English scores.
Accepted academic background
Set by each school (e.g. bachelor degree and professional-school prerequisites)
Language tests
- IELTS Varies by programme
How to apply
- Choose the programme and check its deadline
- prerequisites and any central application service on the school's website; each professional school runs its own admissions. Apply online and pay the school's fee. Upload transcripts
- prerequisite evidence and an English test score. Accept the offer. Show proof of funds to receive the I-20
- then apply for the F-1 visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $48,534 - $76,616 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Pittsburgh Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Education |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
Tuition is $48,534 - $76,616 USD per year. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Varies by programme.