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Student Affairs and Higher Education
Master of Science
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Delivery:
Internet
On-Campus Requirements:
Yes
Access:
In-state, out-of-state, and international students can enroll in this program.
The student affairs master's degree is a 39-credit-hour program that prepares
individuals to work in a variety of student affairs and higher education offices
in colleges and universities. The program curriculum includes significant
supervised practice course work and blends class-based, practicum-based, and
independent learning experiences.
Students can complete the program in two years on campus or three years using
distance education (the Internet). Three courses (SAHE 533, SAHE 641, and SAHE 652)
must be taken in a regular classroom at an accredited university and credit
transferred to ISU with consent of the student's advisor.
Students must work full time on a campus and should have access to taking the
required in-class courses or the ability to take classes at ISU in the summer.
The distance education program is designed for the student affairs professional
who is working full-time on campus and is time- and place-bound. The on-campus
and distance education curricula and courses are the same and only vary in their
delivery. No distinctions will be made between students or between courses, and
students are welcome to mix formats for their convenience.
Courses
This program includes 39 credit hours (listed below).
| Student Affairs and Higher Education | |
| ELAF 655 | Legal Aspects of School Administration (3 hours) |
| SAHE 533 | Techniques of Interpersonal Interaction (3 hours) |
| SAHE 637 | Introduction to Student Affairs and Higher Education (3 hours) |
| SAHE 638 | Student Development: Theory, Assessment, and Application (3 hours) |
| SAHE 640 | Collegiate Environments: Theory, Assessment, and Application (3 hours) |
| SAHE 641 | The Multicultural Campus (3 hours) |
| SAHE 650 | Leadership and Administration in Student Affairs and Higher Education (3 hours) |
| SAHE 652 | Group Dynamics and Leadership (3 hours) |
| SAHE 680 | Professional Seminar: Student Affairs and Higher Education (3 hours) |
| Supervised Practice | |
| SAHE 634 | Practicum in Student Affairs and Higher Education (3 hours) |
| Note: SAHE 634 is taken three times | |
| Research Methods | |
| SAHE 651 | Program Evaluation (3 hours) |
| Thesis (Optional): 6 hours | |
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Course Descriptions |
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Course Delivery
This on-line program includes lectures delivered via video and audio.
High-speed Internet connection is required (as well as a headset and microphone,
and web camera). For details, see Computer
Requirements.
Admission Requirements
Individuals must apply and meet minimum requirements for admission to Indiana
State University.
In addition, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
- An overall undergraduate grade point average near or above 2.75 on a 4.00
point scale. For students with a GPA near or below 2.75 on a 4.00 point scale,
special attention is given to their final 60 credit hours.
- An approved assistantship or work full time in an approved area of student affairs or higher education. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
How To Apply
For instructions and assistance, visit:
Program Application
Student Affairs and Higher Education Master Degree Program
Indiana State University
Academic Advisor
Dr. Denise Collins
812-237-2868 or 1-800-444-GRAD
dcollins@indstate.edu
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.