Overview

This online M.Ed. in Education Administration - Higher Education at the University of Massachusetts Lowell will provide the knowledge you need to manage change and tackle the many challenges facing colleges and universities today.

This program serves aspiring and established professionals in higher education, including those who hold positions in different areas of higher education (e.g., academic affairs, residential life, admissions or advising) and those interested in doctoral studies.

Key Takeaways

Deepen your knowledge of a range of topics, including:

Theory, research and practice related to scholarship, teaching, change and innovation in higher education
The cognitive, moral, psycho/social, environmental and identity development of college students
Global learning trends and challenges, and their impact on the college campus
The admission, retention and achievements of minorities in higher education
Models of program evaluation and their effect on decision making
Effective practices in the planning, design and implementation of employee engagement and professional development

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leadership, Law & Policy in Higher Education
Student Development Theory
Program Evaluation
Change and Conflict in Higher Education
Diversity in Higher Education
Theories of Learning
Global Perspectives on Higher Education
Fostering a Learning Organization in Higher Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Lowell, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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GMAT

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English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants to the degree should be working or interning at an institution of higher education, but we also encourage applications from those with a wide range of work and educational experiences.
They must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution which has been earned with a minimum GPA of 3.000.

Applicants must submit the following items to Graduate Admissions:

Graduate School Online Application
Application fee
Statement of purpose describing the candidate’s experience in a higher education role and goals for the future.
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who know the quality of the candidate’s work.
Official transcripts
Resume
TOEFL scores, as appropriate

While standardized test scores (GRE / GMAT / MAT / LSAT) are not required, those applicants who already have scores are encouraged to submit them as part of their application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

14100 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14100 USD / year

≈ 14100 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14100 USD / year

≈ 14100 USD / year

Additional Details

New England Regional Program: $24,430 per year

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

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