The Student Affairs in Higher Education degree comprises of a variety of courses introducing students to all facets of the profession. In addition to the assistantship experience, there is also a requirement for additional practical experience in the form of two practicums.

Core courses – click on the semester for more information:

First Semester (Fall)

EDHE 670: College Student Personnel Administration (3 credits)
EDHE 673: Student Development Theory (3 credits)
EDHE 672: Ethical and Practical Issues in Student Affairs (2 credits)
EDRM 698 Var.: Research (portfolio seminar) (1 credit)
EDRM 600: Introduction to Research Methods (3 credits)

Credits: 12

Second Semester (Spring)

EDHE 676: Organizational Behavior in Student Affairs (3 credits)
EDHE 661: Inclusive University (3 credits)
EDHE 590A-I: Workshop (1 credit)
EDUC 502: Human Relations in Education (3 credits)
EDRM 698 Var.: Research (portfolio seminar) (1 credit)

Credits: 11

Summer (Optional)

EDUC 686A Var.: Practicum (2 credits)
If this is taken during the summer, 2 credits can be either reduced from remaining semesters or additional courses can be taken as electives.

Third Semester (Fall)

EDHE 671: Higher Education Administration (3 credits)
EDHE 677: Law in Student Affairs (3 credits)
EDUC 686A Var.: Practicum* (2 credits)
EDRM 698 Var.: Research (portfolio seminar) (1 credit)
EDRM 666: Program Evaluation (3 credits)

Credits: 12

Fourth Semester (Spring)

EDHE 678: Current Issues in Student Affairs (2 credits)
EDHE 662: Trends, Issues, and Assessment in Higher Ed (2 credits)
EDHE 590A-I: Workshop (1 credit)
EDHE 660: Financial Management in Student Affairs (2 credits)
EDRM 698 Var.: Research (Portfolio Completion and Defense) (1 credit)
EDUC 686A Var.: Practicum* (2 credits)

Credits: 6-10

*Students are required to complete two practicum experiences during their course of the program for a total of four credits.

Student may choose from the following elective workshop options. EDHE 590A-I:

A) Admissions B) College union administration C) Housing/auxiliary E) Career services D) International programs in higher education G) Wellness programs in higher education I) Advising student groups.
 

Core Class Credits: 39
Research Credits: 4
Elective Credits: 2
Total Program Credits: 45