M.A. in Educational Administration: Higher Education Emphasis
Program Overview
This program is designed to provide entry-level preparation for students planning administrative careers in colleges and universities.
Curriculum
We train students in organizational and leadership theory, college student development and cultural foundations, all with a lens focusing on social justice and urban education in support of the mission of the university and our school.
Graduates are prepared for entry- and mid-level leadership positions at community colleges, universities, and other educational and non-profit institutions.
Visit the Academic Catalog for full program details, including course listings.
Program Structure
Format
Primarily in-person with some online courses. All face-to-face and synchronous courses begin after 4:30 p.m.
Typical program length
Two to three years depending on course load (36 credit hours)
Typical course load
Two to three courses per semester
Application Details
Application Procedure
1) Complete the online application.
2) Submit the following materials with your online application:
- A statement explaining your interest in the program and why this degree is the right one for you
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts for all previous post-secondary work
Application Deadline
- Aug. 1 for fall entry
- Nov. 15 for spring entry
- April 15 for summer entry
What Our Students Are Saying
The higher education administration program at UMKC gave me the solid foundation I needed to really succeed in my career. The faculty at UMKC gave their students innovative and thought-provoking assignments, strong foundational background knowledge, and encouraged class discussions amongst our peers on a variety of topics.
Amber Taylor
The Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration program at UMKC has helped me in multiple ways. Through the program, I gained perspective in areas including leadership, equity and student affairs that will help me wherever my career leads.
Joel Kosch
My journey through the higher education administration program was eye-opening, transformative, and extremely enlightening. I came in unsure about my ability to adapt to the workforce and graduated as an individual ready to promote philanthropy through a newfound intellect. The two-year experience is one I wouldn’t trade for anything and am glad to be a ROO alumni.
JaVon Hill
Still Have Questions?
Consult the Academic Catalog for a detailed description of this program, including student learning outcomes, course descriptions and program requirements, or email our program contacts for more information.
Tiffani Riggers-Piehl Associate Professor Phone: 816-235-2458 Email: riggers-piehlt@umkc.edu
Nancy White Office Support Assistant IV Phone: 816-235-2716 Email: njwhite@umkc.edu