Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration Curriculum

Program structure

Coursework

The academic coursework is designed to develop the knowledge base necessary for a career in higher education administration.

Program Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration is primarily intended for individuals with bachelor’s degrees. ELPS 780 Introduction to Higher Education is the anchoring course. The student will take two additional courses selected from among master's courses. These could be counted towards a master's degree.

Please note, this is a potential plan of study. Please consult with your faculty advisor before enrolling. Please note the required courses must be completed and can not be substituted for other courses.

Additional requirements

Elective 1 - 3 credit hours
Elective 2 - 3 credit hours
Total program credit hours - 9

Graduate Admission

The requirements are completion on a bachelor’s degree and submission of a personal statement.

Admission & Curriculum Resources

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