HIGHER EDUCATION Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education
Master of Education in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education
The M.Ed. in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education prepares entry-level college student educators to implement holistic, transformative, and integrated learning experiences in colleges, universities, and other postsecondary settings. In preparation for careers in college student personnel administration, graduate learners complete a minimum of 42 credits in foundational studies, professional studies, assessment and research, and a coherent sequence of supporting courses. The 42-credit requirement also includes an internship in college student personnel administration.
Admissions information
Application materials must be submitted online to the Graduate School.
For information, please contact the Graduate School at (336) 334-4885 or by email at inquiries@uncg.edu.
Specific information on admissions in the Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education are below.
- All materials should be submitted to the Graduate School, not the Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education.
- The application fee is $55. Access online application here
- Two official transcripts are required from every college and university where the applicant previously completed nine hours or more of course work.
- Three recommendations (forms enclosed in application packet) are also required and should be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Graduate School.
- A Residency Statement is required for applicants claiming North Carolina residency.
- Applicants must take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and submit their test scores to the Graduate School. GRE scores must be no more than five years old.
- Applicants are required to submit a two to four page personal statement and a copy of an updated resume. The personal statement should articulate specific reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in student personnel administration in higher education.
- We admit M.Ed. students once a year. Review of applications begins in January.
Contact information:
Dr. Deborah J. Taub, Associate Professor and Program Coordinator
djtaub@uncg.edu
301B Curry Building
UNCG School of Education
Click here for a complete list of the Course of Study