Overview

Students are immersed in the study of higher education in a student-centered environment rooted in hands-on, experiential learning with a global perspective. Enrollment is full-time in this two-year, 36-hour program that incorporates study away, two internships, a paid apprenticeship, and a capstone project.

Features

In a small cohort of twelve, students learn and practice the principles for effective education; explore the functions, issues, and leadership of higher education; and prepare for leadership roles in colleges and universities.

Graduates will leave the Higher Education program at Elon University as visionary professionals prepared to advance student learning and improve institutions of higher education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Transition to Adulthood in the Context of College and Culture

Foundations of Higher Education

Research Methods and Statistics for Higher Education

Helping, Advising, and Professional Development Coaching College Students

Budgets and Finances in Higher Education

Enrollment Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Elon, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Evidence of an earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Official transcripts of all undergraduate and any graduate studies completed or taken

Recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher for undergraduate work

Essay Prompts

Two letters of recommendation – one from a faculty member who can speak to the quality of your academic skills and writing, and one from a supervisor or mentor associated with a recent work or leadership role

Resume

A completed application with a $60 nonrefundable fee.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17842 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17842 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

17842 USD / year

≈ 17842 USD / year

Living costs

Elon

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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