Overview

Student affairs professionals touch the lives of college students across campuses all over the country — providing guidance and advice to students during and after they leave college.

In this program, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the assessment tools Student Affairs administrators use to help college students achieve their life and career goals.

An M.Ed. in Student Affairs Administration and Leadership, from University of Bridgeport, will give you the skills and confidence you need for a rewarding career in higher education.

This hybrid degree program prepares you for Student Affairs positions in college and university settings and business or nonprofit organizations.

A Holistic View of Career and Lifestyle Development

UB takes a lifespan approach to career and lifestyle development — guiding people to think about their lives and careers over the long term.

In this program, you’ll work with your peers and UB’s expert faculty to gain the skills necessary to contribute to the social development, academic success, and overall well-being of the college students you work with.

You’ll learn the assessment tools used in advisement centers across college campuses and beyond.

How You Lead Matters

Now, more than ever, we need higher education leaders who give all students equal access to opportunities. University of Bridgeport takes an inclusive approach to advisement and supportive services.

At UB, you’ll build the skills and confidence you need to become a more equitable leader by developing a deep understanding of the best practices to meet the needs of all groups.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Student Development Theory

Career Services in Colleges/Corporations

Ethical/Legal Issues in Education

Today’s Diverse Learner

Strategies in Professional Development

Best Practices in Urban Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

34 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Educational Leadership Leadership View 741 other Masters in Leadership in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Bridgeport and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts from last degree earned

Résumé

Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement — In 250-500 words, detail why you are seeking this degree, how you expect to apply this degree to your professional career, and why you want to earn your degree through University of Bridgeport.

Tuition Fee

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International

26520 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

26520 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

26520 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Bridgeport

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Student Affairs Administration and Leadership.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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